Portal

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Universal acclaim- based on 6390 Ratings

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  1. coso132
    Oct 16, 2022
    9
    You cant not play this game if you own a pc, this game is so iconic there is nothign about it which hasnt already been said. Not a 10 because i think the 2 is better
  2. Solar_Carpenter
    Oct 17, 2022
    10
    I really love this game. It has nice puzzles. Stylish design. GLaDOS is my love. The cake is a lie.
  3. Mastereed
    Mar 7, 2023
    9
    LUCKILY… STILL ALIVE

    BEFORE WE BEGIN: The game was tested in the Still Alive version, 100% completed and the platinum trophy has been obtained. A WILD PORTAL APPEARS!: Portal, as a typical Valve title, features impeccable level design and attention to detail right from the start. From the first minutes of play, everything is structured to create an exponential learning curve;    LUCKILY… STILL ALIVE

    BEFORE WE BEGIN:
    The game was tested in the Still Alive version, 100% completed and the platinum trophy has been obtained.

    A WILD PORTAL APPEARS!:
    Portal, as a typical Valve title, features impeccable level design and attention to detail right from the start. From the first minutes of play, everything is structured to create an exponential learning curve; initially the player will find himself inside a closed cell as Chell, a young girl who has been hired to test some new Aperture Science technology. Apparently, the capsule in which Chell lingers would appear to have no way out, but after a few seconds, thanks to the appearance of a portal, the player will be free to begin testing the various chambers of the Aperture facility. From there on, the player will be faced with several tests, and when he or she has mastered the potential of the blue portal, he or she will also unlock the orange one, kicking off the full potential of the game.

    A NEW CUBY FRIEND:
    As can be inferred from the name of the game or the introduction of the reviews, it is all about using portals, mainly two, one blue and one orange. These portals do not have different characteristics, but are actually unlocked at different times so that the player can figure out how to use one at a time. Several other mechanics are present, which in the same way as the portals are explained right from the start, namely the use of cubes to press buttons; obviously it is very intuitive as a mechanic, but combined with the use of portals to reach tricky buttons makes it more fun and complicated. Other mechanics rely on dodging and destroying deadly turrets, or repelling energy orbs in order to activate passages. Plot-wise, the first chapter does not hold a candle to the second, with a rather simple story with few narrative twists.

    HEY, THAT’S ME!:
    Graphically Portal awakens perfectly to a game of its era; moreover, due to its simplicity the game becomes almost immortal. Obviously, the aesthetics of the logos and the use of colors are excellently done.

    HEARING THE RADIO:
    From an audio standpoint, there is not much to discuss; the use of sound effects to make clear the use of the various game objects and their interaction with the environment is excellent.

    ACHIEVEMENTS:
    The achievements in this title are fairly simple and quick to complete. The Still Alive version of Portal provides several extra levels to tackle and two challenges in the campaign that are rather tough, namely finishing the game without ever being hit by turrets and finishing it by going only through orange portals. The latter is an obvious nod to the Orange Box collection and provides a more thoughtful approach to the game's puzzles.

    BUT WHY 9?

    PROS - CONS:
    All in all, the original Portal does not have much to discuss; all the pros have already been mentioned in the parts above; of negative points, however, I personally struggle to find any, as it really is a near-perfect game. Small appreciable detail in both Portal is the Commentary mode, where the developers explain their approach in the making of this title, useful for young programmers or very curious gamers.

    RATING
    Gameplay: 10
    Music: 7
    Story: 8
    Puzzles: 10
    _    … Expand
  4. mirta78
    Nov 27, 2022
    8
    Took advantadge of black friday sales and finally got this gem I had lost before. Good game but I enjoyed Portal 2 more
  5. crispyburger
    Nov 18, 2022
    8
    Portal is a simple, yet brilliant puzzle game. The concept of Portal is incredibly novel, especially for the time, and I think it has aged quite well. It's fun, challenging, atmospheric, and iconic.
  6. DieterfallCZE
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    great :)
  7. tonylattke
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Logre jugar este juego apenas ahora y realmente me encantó. Historia, mecánicas y gráficos son increibles, a envejecido muy bien y lo puedo recomendar a cualquiera
  8. Hyperfailure
    Nov 27, 2022
    9
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  9. xalugg
    Nov 30, 2022
    8
    Um dos melhores do mundo os graficos source são muito bons a jogabilidade e diferente do que qualquer outro jogo de puzzle nunca vi na minha vida essa mecanica de portais so nesse jogo e os puzzles são bem dificeis e a historia e mais ou menos
  10. QUIICKCLAW
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    An excellent, physics bending adventure through the quirky and oppressive test chambers of Aperture Science.
    The various test chamber puzzles are all enjoyable. Even the earliest, more tutorial oriented, test chambers find ways to keep the player engaged with the puzzle solving and the later game puzzles are difficult but fair, yielding a solid sense of achievement when they are overcome.    An excellent, physics bending adventure through the quirky and oppressive test chambers of Aperture Science.
    The various test chamber puzzles are all enjoyable. Even the earliest, more tutorial oriented, test chambers find ways to keep the player engaged with the puzzle solving and the later game puzzles are difficult but fair, yielding a solid sense of achievement when they are overcome.

    GLaDOS is also a brilliantly written character that keeps you enthralled with every sentence.

    Portal is easily one of the greatest games of all time.    … Expand
  11. applecookie
    Dec 11, 2022
    8
    I belatedly tried the portal of Valves' representative work, and I found out why it is called a masterpiece
  12. brokencinho
    Dec 21, 2022
    10
    Lo jugue hace uno año aprox, teniendo en cuenta que era un juego del 2007 me parecio que no le paso el tiempo la experiencia fue super entretenida, buenos graficos, dinamico, mecanica de juego excelente! Recomiendo 100%
  13. LambdaLocator
    Jul 21, 2023
    9
    The best puzzle game ever made and yet again it reminds me of the golden days of gaming when valve actually made games...
  14. egeucer
    Mar 17, 2023
    8
    This gaming classic brought us this super good portal feature. Very original and fun puzzle game. I never actually paid attention but also storytelling method is also still valid in 2023 for me.
    No real downside for the game but only I'd like to mention that I am fun of tense atmosphere.
  15. felippex
    Jan 5, 2023
    10
    I've always heard of Portal but It just never sparked me any interest. Until recently when I found out it was in promotion on Steam and I've decided to buy it.

    I just finished it and it was the best gaming experience I've ever had.
  16. SlashRevenge
    Jun 27, 2023
    9
    A brilliant idea with the portal gun, the gradual introduction of new elements to the puzzles, a wonderfully built plot and atmosphere. My only complaint is that the game is too short!
  17. threeoftendie
    Feb 5, 2023
    9
    Это одна из первых игр моего детства. И, несмотря на возраст и недостатки, о которых я сейчас узнаю от других, она не кажется мне плохой
  18. arllda
    Feb 4, 2023
    8
    This game is like a prototype. The puzzles are short. It's not very confusing. As if Valve thought the game would not work, they made the game short and gave it together with the first orange box package.
  19. Cool_guy1234
    Mar 26, 2023
    10
    I love this game so much. Like it left a huge mark on me being the first pc game I have ever purchased, and it was worthy of a purchase. The atmosphere makes me feel like I am just alone, with my only guidance being an AI. The soundtrack replicates this so well, with tracks like “taste of blood,” “self esteem fund,” and “android hell.” The gameplay is also very good as well, since itI love this game so much. Like it left a huge mark on me being the first pc game I have ever purchased, and it was worthy of a purchase. The atmosphere makes me feel like I am just alone, with my only guidance being an AI. The soundtrack replicates this so well, with tracks like “taste of blood,” “self esteem fund,” and “android hell.” The gameplay is also very good as well, since it revolves around solving puzzles with a gun that shoots portals (get cuz the game is named portal, you have a portal gun, what a revelation) and the icing of the cake (or a lie for that matter) is the story. It isn’t relatively a big cinematic story that has lots of characters and emotional moments, it’s just you, stuck in a chamber, alone, while an AI watches you solve puzzles.

    Overall, this game is a masterpiece, 10/10    … Expand
  20. Asporkan
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    Bu This game can be played by those who like strategy, puzzle a little, and action. But let me tell you from the beginning. The puzzles in the game are mind-blowing. Even I barely finished the game. So don't be upset or angry if you can't pass any level when you play. The puzzles in the game are already very difficult :xd
  21. mr_brooks
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    portals are cool. Glados is funny. i like this game more than portal 2 (though i still love that too) the writing is great. i love it. it is in my top 5 favorite games of all time
  22. DaviLOL
    Feb 6, 2023
    9
    ME ENCANTO. Es un juego muy bueno pero corto, me hubiese gustado que dure un poco mas pero igual sigue siendo perfecto en lo que intenta lograr. Muy Bueno
  23. APolChrome
    Jun 28, 2023
    10
    (Reseña sacada de mi cuenta de Steam: APolChrome)

    Portal es una obra maestra. Cuando empecé a jugarlo, no entendía el por qué de las tan buenas críticas al juego. El inicio es muy simple y cuando digo muy, es muy simple. Pero, cada vez el juego se iba volviendo mejor. Cada puzzle es más difícil que el anterior, con una idea que es muy simple y al mismo tiempo compleja (como es el usar    (Reseña sacada de mi cuenta de Steam: APolChrome)

    Portal es una obra maestra. Cuando empecé a jugarlo, no entendía el por qué de las tan buenas críticas al juego. El inicio es muy simple y cuando digo muy, es muy simple. Pero, cada vez el juego se iba volviendo mejor. Cada puzzle es más difícil que el anterior, con una idea que es muy simple y al mismo tiempo compleja (como es el usar dos portales para ir a distintos sitios), que se usa de forma genial durante 19 niveles.

    La historia es simple (no por ello mala, es bastante original) pero lo mejor es sin duda su villana: GlaDos. Glados es de los mejores antagonistas que he visto en mucho tiempo, porque solo te quiere para que hagas las pruebas y a tu casa, solo quiere que la obedezcas y ese humor sádico que tiene a veces es genial.

    Los puzles son magistrales, de los mejores que me he encontrado en videojuegos, que se complementan con un diseño de niveles perfecto que te tendrá horas atrapado en Aperture Science. La ambientación es de locos, con unos sonidos perfectos para el entorno y un estilo artístico muy minimalista pero muy funcional.

    Es imprescindible. Solo te pido que lo juegues.    … Expand
  24. t157s
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    A great game! The only bad thing about it is that it's short. One of my favorite games.
  25. The_big_dev
    Mar 15, 2023
    10
    A valaha volt Legjobb gondolkodós játék a Valve nagyon jól dönröt a Narbacular Drop felvásárlásával igen rövid de a Portal maga 1 órája annyi dolgot mond hogy csak na GLaDOS is nagyon jó magyarul meg pláne
  26. Naked_Snakee
    Jul 22, 2023
    9
    Just text (crutch) to save the game to the list. Such things. Maybe I'll do a review later.
  27. Thibaudelaire
    May 18, 2023
    10
    Un classique parmis les puzzle games, à faire absolument.

    Des salles pas toujours évidentes qui nécessitent souvent de l'observation et de la réflexion pour en venir à bout, sans en être trop complexe et lassant. Un renouvellement entre les salles assez impressionnant qui fait que le jeu nous tiens jusqu'au bout, sans trop rajouter de mécaniques pour nous perdre. Enfait c'est un jeu    Un classique parmis les puzzle games, à faire absolument.

    Des salles pas toujours évidentes qui nécessitent souvent de l'observation et de la réflexion pour en venir à bout, sans en être trop complexe et lassant.

    Un renouvellement entre les salles assez impressionnant qui fait que le jeu nous tiens jusqu'au bout, sans trop rajouter de mécaniques pour nous perdre.

    Enfait c'est un jeu assez simple dans l'idée mais qui réussi parfaitement à tout équilibrer à mon goût, faisable par tout le monde, intéressant pour tous.    … Expand
  28. Chileoz
    Apr 28, 2023
    9
    Very interesting mechanism even after 15 years. Simple concept but you need to manage the concept to resolve the puzzles. The game design is also very smooth, you don't feel overwhelmed since the puzzles will guide you. The last mission is difficult but a very good example to show you how capable the game is. Didn't get a chance to play the additional missions.
  29. Goggless
    Apr 15, 2023
    9
    This game combines sarcastic humor that is hilarious, with fun puzzle solving. Plus it has a good end. ;)
  30. Magical_Viktor
    Apr 30, 2023
    8
    Существуют просто Зло и Большое Зло, а за ними обоими в тени прячется Очень Большое Зло. Очень Большое Зло, Геральт, это такое, которого ты и представить себе не можешь, даже если думаешь, будто уже ничто не в состоянии тебя удивить. И знаешь, Геральт, порой бывает так, что Очень Большое Зло схватит тебя за горло и скажет: «Выбирай, братец, либо я, либо то, которое чуточку поменьше»Существуют просто Зло и Большое Зло, а за ними обоими в тени прячется Очень Большое Зло. Очень Большое Зло, Геральт, это такое, которого ты и представить себе не можешь, даже если думаешь, будто уже ничто не в состоянии тебя удивить. И знаешь, Геральт, порой бывает так, что Очень Большое Зло схватит тебя за горло и скажет: «Выбирай, братец, либо я, либо то, которое чуточку поменьше»
  31. xalugg2
    May 5, 2023
    10
    Um dos melhores do mundo os graficos source são muito bons a jogabilidade e diferente do que qualquer outro jogo de puzzle nunca vi na minha vida essa mecanica de portais so nesse jogo e os puzzles são bem dificeis e a historia e mais ou menos
  32. Cer2xrafa
    Aug 8, 2023
    9
    Un juego corto, pero entretenido de principio a fin, una mecánica de portales ingeniosamente diseñada, con un final abierto más que decente. Si te quedas con ganas de más, existe su secuela, por lo que la duración del juego, pese a ser su mayor punto en contra, se puede remediar fácilmente. Un juego adictivo, que no te hará despegarte de la pantalla hasta que termines
  33. OMGitsTHEMEMI
    May 18, 2023
    9
    One of the best puzzle games out there with one of the most charismatic "villain" in gaming that will make you love her rather than hate her,
  34. Triblue
    May 21, 2023
    8
    Les énigmes sont très sympa et le jeu arrive en plus de cela à mettre une bonne ambiance.
  35. Agha_3alar
    Jun 4, 2023
    9
    Strange story, complex and difficult puzzles in the whole good game that depends on you how much time you spend on it
  36. Obeisantbread84
    Jun 7, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this game is a triumph
    I'm making a note here,
    "huge success"
    it's hard to overstate my satisfaction.
    and hey those speedrunners..
    they do what they must because they can
    for the good of all of us
    except the series is dead

    but there's no sense crying over every mistake,
    we just keep on trying till we run out of cake
    and the puzzles get done
    and you had lots of fun
    for the game that is very much still alive

    I'm not even angry
    I'm being so sincere right now.
    even though valve broke my heart
    with no portal 3
    it tore me to pieces.
    how they threw these ideas into the fire
    as they burned it hurt because
    I was so happy for them

    because 9 points is still what I give this game from an old time
    and I'm out of writing to describe it's good and fine
    so I'm GLaD it got burned
    think of all the things we learned!
    for the game that is very much still alive

    go ahead and leave it
    I think I prefer to stay with just 2
    maybe you'll update another franchise
    that needs you?

    maybe a half life 3?
    THAT WAS A JOKE HAHA FAT CHANCE
    anyway these games are great
    they're so delicious and moist

    look at me still writing when there's puzzles to solve
    when I finally beat one it improves my resolve
    I've experiments to run, there is research to be done
    on the series that is still alive

    and believe me it is still alive
    I'm doing science and it's still alive
    it is fantastic and it's still alive
    when others are dying it'll be still alive.
    when they're dead it'll be still alive
    still alive still alive    … Expand
  37. armadonpower
    Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Portal's innovative gameplay, clever puzzles, and dark humor combine to make it a standout title in the puzzle-platformer genre.
  38. Yashi_18
    Jun 17, 2023
    10
    Perfect for speedrunning. Really good. In my opinion it has one of the best tutorial. Best thing are the turrets. THEY ARE SO CUTE! The Humor is not for everyone but I love it. 10/10
  39. mdk567
    Jun 10, 2023
    10
    '퍼즐게임은 지루하다' 포탈은 그런 인식을 깨부수고 새로운 지평을 열었다.
  40. psycheduck
    Jun 29, 2023
    8
    Great puzzle game, thoroughly enjoyed almost every moment, some puzzles here are more frustrating than challenging, however, mostly due to the pretty wacky physics engine. Overall it's a great, simple puzzle game, that is merely overshadowed by just how much of a sheer masterpiece its sequel is.
  41. Magikcarp
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    Gameplay - 9
    Plot & Characters - 7
    Storytelling - 6
    Pacing - 8
    Music & Sound - 7
    Replayability - 5
    Performance - 10
  42. Seathate
    Jul 30, 2023
    9
    Portal dönemi için oldukça yaratıcı bir oyun. Şu an oynandığında dahi sırıtmıyor. Oyun için yapılmış amatör bir türkçe dublaj dahi var. Valve yine yapmış yapacağını.
  43. majesty_x
    Aug 9, 2023
    8
    Graphics: 7/10; Storyline: 8/10; Gameplay: 10/10; Atmosphere: 8/10; Music: 9/10; Summary rating: 8/10
  44. Kloruby
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Portal 1 é um jogo muito bem feito, tendo puzzles desafiadores, mas que são mentalmente solucionáveis e sem a necessidade de tutoriais ou gameplays do Youtube para conseguir passar de fase. Sua história é relativamente boa, preparando-nos para o que viria a seguir, em sua continuação. Tem bons gráficos para sua época e não exige muito dos computadores para ser jogado, o que é um pontoPortal 1 é um jogo muito bem feito, tendo puzzles desafiadores, mas que são mentalmente solucionáveis e sem a necessidade de tutoriais ou gameplays do Youtube para conseguir passar de fase. Sua história é relativamente boa, preparando-nos para o que viria a seguir, em sua continuação. Tem bons gráficos para sua época e não exige muito dos computadores para ser jogado, o que é um ponto muito positivo, por ele rodar em quase qualquer PC. Sua gameplay é fluída, sendo muito raros os bugs (em minhas gameplays foram nulos) e se torna muito desafiadora, principalmente nos Mapas Avançados e Desafios, apesar de ser um jogo de quebra-cabeça. Minha única reclamação é o fato do jogo ser bem curto, tendo apenas umas 4 horas de gameplay no modo história. Apesar disso, vale muito a pena seu preço em promoção, que é sempre recorrente. Recomendo comprar Portal 2 junto, ou o pacote dos dois jogos, porque a sequência desse jogo é uma obra-prima.… Expand
  45. DoomDoc_
    Aug 11, 2023
    9
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  46. TVeno
    Aug 19, 2023
    9
    Valve really needs to make more new games with their IPs man. Portal has one of the most unique and creative concepts for a game I've ever seen, and the potential this series has is through the roof. The execution of those ideas, while flawed in a few ways, still made for an excellent experience, and I can confidently say that even with only two games, Portal is one of my favorite series.Valve really needs to make more new games with their IPs man. Portal has one of the most unique and creative concepts for a game I've ever seen, and the potential this series has is through the roof. The execution of those ideas, while flawed in a few ways, still made for an excellent experience, and I can confidently say that even with only two games, Portal is one of my favorite series. While the first game does suffer from the campaign being too short, along with a couple of bugs here and there, those are nitpicks in the grand scheme of things. The puzzles feel so satisfying to complete, the level design is very impressive, and character/story wise, it's actually a really funny game. Both games in the Portal series excel at what they do, and while Portal 2 has more depth and is way more replayable these days, you shouldn't count out the first game under any circumstance.… Expand
  47. Pinnvo
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    The villain makes this game prefect. Not gonna tell you much about the villain. But I will tell you that this game is a simple masterpiece. The test chambers in this game are pretty good. If it's a Valve game... YOU KNOW IT'S GONNA BE GOOD. There's only really like 2 Valve games that are bad. This low count of bad games makes them the King of gaming (I'm looking at YOU 343). This game isThe villain makes this game prefect. Not gonna tell you much about the villain. But I will tell you that this game is a simple masterpiece. The test chambers in this game are pretty good. If it's a Valve game... YOU KNOW IT'S GONNA BE GOOD. There's only really like 2 Valve games that are bad. This low count of bad games makes them the King of gaming (I'm looking at YOU 343). This game is not very story driven. That's not a bad thing for me. But if that's a bad thing for you, then you might not like Portal 1. This game is a game you should play before you die.… Expand
  48. SamAxe00
    Sep 10, 2023
    9
    Just a fun game puzzle with a fun story. Really not anything to dislike. Well done
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Awards & Rankings

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#8 Best PC Game of 2007
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#2 Most Discussed PC Game of 2007
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#9 Most Shared PC Game of 2007

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. IGN
    82
    The idea behind Portal ends up being more brilliant than Portal itself. Regardless, we definitely had a lot of fun with what is there and appreciate the level of polish and thought that went into the presentation.
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  2. PC Gamer UK
    92
    Portal is a magnificent puzzle game. The titillating wrongness of every solution and the wonky thinking required to get there make you feel like a space-folding genius, and yet you'll almost never get stuck.
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  3. Eurogamer
    90
    One of the most interesting and delightful things Valve's ever done, but also one of its least fulfilling. If only we had our own portal gun to bridge the gap to the first infusion of new content, perhaps we could forget it.
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