Portal

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  1. MavenUMP
    Feb 4, 2019
    10
    Filmische Mittel in Spielen sind eine sehr einfache Art Geschichten zu erschaffen. Es ist jedoch viel eleganter, wenn auch deutlich schwieriger, allein durch das Gameplay Geschichten erschaffen zu lassen. Wenn man sich jedoch nur mit der Handlung auseinandersetzt, setzt man den Wert dessen herab was ein Spiel erst zu einem Spiel macht.

    (Ab hier sind Spoiler enthalten) Wenn Portal ein    Filmische Mittel in Spielen sind eine sehr einfache Art Geschichten zu erschaffen. Es ist jedoch viel eleganter, wenn auch deutlich schwieriger, allein durch das Gameplay Geschichten erschaffen zu lassen. Wenn man sich jedoch nur mit der Handlung auseinandersetzt, setzt man den Wert dessen herab was ein Spiel erst zu einem Spiel macht.

    (Ab hier sind Spoiler enthalten)

    Wenn Portal ein Film der gleichen Ereignisse des Spiels gewesen wäre, wäre es längst nicht so bedeutsam. Die Art und Weise, wie GLaDOS auf deine Aktionen im Spiel reagiert, hätte nicht die gleiche Wirkung, wenn es von einem Charakter in einem Film ausgeführt würde. Wenn du im letzten Abschnitt Portals gegen die KI kämpfst und jedes Mal, wenn du verschiedene Teile von GLaDOS’ Gehirn in den Verbrennungsofen wirfst, reagiert GLaDOS und verändert ihre Verhaltensweise aufgrund deiner Aktionen. Wäre dies rein mit einer filmischen Zwischensequenz passiert und du hättest anschließend noch ein paar Feinde wie in Call of Duty oder Tomb Raider niedergeballtert, hätte Portal sicherlich nicht die Auswirkungen gehabt die es auf die Spielewelt tatsächlich hatte.
    Aufgrund Portals Interaktivität und der Reaktion darauf wie du die Welt um dich herum beeinflusst, haben wir ein Spiel das für immer in Erinnerung behalten wird.

    (/Spoiler)

    Mit jedem Tastendruck, jeder Mausbewegung, jeder Aktion des Spielers wird die Geschichte auf eine Weise fortgesetzt, die in Büchern, Musik, Gemälden oder Filmen so nie erzählt werden könnte. Wenn man die Gameplayelemente entfernen würde, die die Geschichte gefördert haben, oder die gesamte Geschichte in sich sind, bleibt lediglich eine seichte Erzählung.
    Denn das interaktive Gameplay ist die Erzählform des Mediums Spiele. Spiele die zu sehr auf Filmelemente angewiesen sind, degradieren den Spieler zum Zuschauer.    … Expand
  2. pinstripedparka
    Jan 5, 2019
    10
    I absolutely love Portal! It was my introduction to Valve, and it has given me a lot of joy throughout the years. Of course, once you play through the game the first time, the challenge of figuring out the puzzles goes away, but the game is still great to replay both to challenge yourself to do better and the insanely great writing that makes this game what it is. The dark humor foundI absolutely love Portal! It was my introduction to Valve, and it has given me a lot of joy throughout the years. Of course, once you play through the game the first time, the challenge of figuring out the puzzles goes away, but the game is still great to replay both to challenge yourself to do better and the insanely great writing that makes this game what it is. The dark humor found throughout is some of the funniest stuff I've ever heard. One of the GOATS.… Expand
  3. MurphyBrandon
    Jan 4, 2021
    8
    Yes, I recommend this game because the game design is incredibly unique and innovative. Very few games have puzzles, physics, and mechanics that are as creative as this. However, if you are looking for a game that is consistently exciting and fun, Portal will not satisfy that desire. It can be slow-paced and confusing at times. Most people will play it once or twice, and then they'llYes, I recommend this game because the game design is incredibly unique and innovative. Very few games have puzzles, physics, and mechanics that are as creative as this. However, if you are looking for a game that is consistently exciting and fun, Portal will not satisfy that desire. It can be slow-paced and confusing at times. Most people will play it once or twice, and then they'll quickly move on because the moment-to-moment gameplay doesn't really make them smile nor does it give them an adrenaline rush. That's why I would give Portal 8 out of 10 points. It is absolutely worth playing, but it doesn't have the "fun factor" to make me want to come back again and again.… Expand
  4. KratosKong
    Dec 11, 2019
    9
    Normalmente cuando un juego es del genero puzzle, paso de el o no me interesa demasiado, entonces fue probar este titulo y acabar maravillandome. La ambientación cumple su cometido de hacerte sentir que estas en un mundo frió y estéril, los puzzles con la pistola de portales me maravillan he incluso la historia oculta que posee, le pondría un 10 pero ahora mismo estoy con su segundaNormalmente cuando un juego es del genero puzzle, paso de el o no me interesa demasiado, entonces fue probar este titulo y acabar maravillandome. La ambientación cumple su cometido de hacerte sentir que estas en un mundo frió y estéril, los puzzles con la pistola de portales me maravillan he incluso la historia oculta que posee, le pondría un 10 pero ahora mismo estoy con su segunda entrega y lo estoy reservando para esta. Como punto negativo o quizás no tanto, el juego es algo corto… Expand
  5. ITHIRSIZI
    Jul 6, 2023
    10
    It is a clear piece of work that showcases the mechanics and modernity of the Source engine. It is a game that must be played by those who love puzzle games.
  6. 4ya5h1
    Jul 26, 2021
    9
    amazing game.
    its great at every part of it, except plot, actually it might be much better i thing, but its pretty good anyway. and i cant mention my favourite test chamber in the whole game and probably ever its chamber 18, its perfect, i like it so much
    p.s. game is not that hard that i expected
  7. Lucky_Nike
    Sep 3, 2022
    8
    All starts as puzzle solving game and it ends with a bit of story and kind of horror atmosphere, but nothing really to write about, nevertheless game is not only puzzle game in the end.

    Puzzles are nice and it definitely learns a player to think in 3D. I have finished after 2 hours; it was pretty good experience. If you dont know what to play and have 2-3 hours of time, give a    All starts as puzzle solving game and it ends with a bit of story and kind of horror atmosphere, but nothing really to write about, nevertheless game is not only puzzle game in the end.

    Puzzles are nice and it definitely learns a player to think in 3D.

    I have finished after 2 hours; it was pretty good experience.

    If you dont know what to play and have 2-3 hours of time, give a shot. I guess there are not many people who will not be entertained with this title.    … Expand
  8. Nebiee
    Feb 7, 2019
    10
    The pinnacle of video games, everything about the Portal series is flawless. The puzzles are easy-to-learn but hard-to-master and fun all the way through. GlaD0S is one of the most intimidating yet charming villains to ever grace entertainment as a whole. She is the only speaking character and yet you never get bored of her dialogue. The music is incredible and so well utilized itsThe pinnacle of video games, everything about the Portal series is flawless. The puzzles are easy-to-learn but hard-to-master and fun all the way through. GlaD0S is one of the most intimidating yet charming villains to ever grace entertainment as a whole. She is the only speaking character and yet you never get bored of her dialogue. The music is incredible and so well utilized its honestly mind-boggling that something could be so perfect. Do yourself a favor and experience the best of what video games have to offer.… Expand
  9. KrauserFear
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    "FOR FORNITE KIDS ITS NOT GOOD"
    "FOR SCI-FI GUY ITS GOOD"
    6/20/2020 Here is my review, Portal is a sci-fi robotic hard core puzzlistic games with good gfx you will be a female character who is the only human in the game and it gonna used only your brain Like The brain in human body sleep whole night and day drinking sleeping partying dancing but in this game your brain used like cpu    "FOR FORNITE KIDS ITS NOT GOOD"
    "FOR SCI-FI GUY ITS GOOD"
    6/20/2020
    Here is my review,
    Portal is a sci-fi robotic hard core puzzlistic games with good gfx you will be a female character who is the only human in the game and it gonna used only your brain Like The brain in human body sleep whole night and day drinking sleeping partying dancing but in this game your brain used like cpu used 100% took 1 day to complete it legendary game 10/10    … Expand
  10. NightElves
    Mar 12, 2019
    9
    Wauw that was something new. What year is this 2150? This is fun and very challenging with great puzzle and as you progress you need to think a lot. It might be a short game but it takes time to think straight. GLaDOS is annoying and fun at the same time. This can even be more challenging with the least portal, shortest time and fewest steps mode.
  11. Cz3rw0ny
    Jan 15, 2021
    9
    Portal deserves a solid 9/10. Maybe it is not as polished as Portal 2 in terms of maps and gameplay, but the fundament is absolutely outstanding.
  12. Noah-
    Mar 18, 2019
    10
    Very interesting game, although it takes place quickly. Humor is also at a good level. Passed twice and ready to pass again and again.
  13. Soullex
    Nov 29, 2022
    8
    Bulmacaları çok kolay, ama challenge odaları gerçekten iyi.................
  14. SolidOmnia
    Aug 28, 2023
    7
    Too short for a full game. But existing levels are interesting, and the story is quite fun.
  15. sitebender
    Apr 21, 2019
    10
    Portal is a fantastic game that I've gone through quite a few times. I can speed run it in less than an hour. It's a great game because it's short and sweet, so it doesn't wear out its welcome.
  16. ChumaGG
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    que haces leyendo esto, en steam esta baratisimo y vale las 2-3 hr que dura valen muchisimo la pena.
    PRO
    -buena jugabilidad
    -buena historia
    -buenos graficos
    CON
    -NO HAY
    -bueno si... dura poco.
  17. giannis2001
    Jul 15, 2022
    9
    One of the best puzzle games I have played. The levels are very creative because of the very smaty gimmick of portals, and the story unravels in a very interesting way. However, the game is incredibly small in length. It took me 2 hours to finish. But giving the price of the game, that is not a problem. It is a must play.
  18. elolugo
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    Excellent game. No wonder is a must play. This game is a good pc exclusive...
  19. jgmj921
    Oct 28, 2021
    8
    Creative though not challenging enough. Great game to start a classic series
  20. Vanco
    Jun 4, 2019
    9
    Great concept for a puzzle game. Great difficulty curve constantly challenges you without getting too hard. Relatively short though.
  21. nathangwk
    Jun 14, 2019
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. The puzzles are clever, fun, and a satisfying challenge. The story is simple, but one of the most cohesive and entertaining ones I've played in a long time. The combo of the puzzles, beautiful art design, and great story make for a fantastic game that is for sure one of the most memorable and replay-able in recent memory.
  22. Wweald
    Jun 25, 2019
    9
    Great puzzle game with a fantastic narrative. Glados is an awesome character, it's short but it's so good. Absolute blassic.
  23. Jeyker
    Jul 21, 2019
    9
    A great game that everyone must play. This is a very cool puzzle with a beautiful story. But, obviously, the second part exceeds the first one in almost everything.
  24. Manzanetti
    Aug 10, 2020
    9
    One of the best games of it's decade. Original, charming and very fun to play.
  25. igneousInfernos
    Jul 29, 2019
    8
    Great short puzzle game with a nice story build up. Puzzles are not too hard but are fun to complete.
  26. gamingconsumed
    Sep 18, 2019
    10
    This game, is a bona fide masterpiece. The puzzles are challenging, the gameplay is immsersing, the characters are memorable and great also, if you see this on the Steam Summer Sale, do the unthinkable and buy it. Must play.
  27. Chempion1
    Jun 2, 2020
    9
    Я думаю никто не ожидал такого эффекта от этой игры. На мой взгляд Portal затмил в The Orange Box, основную игру данного выпуска, Half-Life 2: Episode Two!
    Объясню почему я так думаю.
    Все знали, что ждать от Episode Two, за исключением мелочей, но вот Portal, была лично для меня, тёмной лошадкой. Я её купил, установил и пропал на весь день. Да игра коротка. Но затягивает, аш до головной    Я думаю никто не ожидал такого эффекта от этой игры. На мой взгляд Portal затмил в The Orange Box, основную игру данного выпуска, Half-Life 2: Episode Two!
    Объясню почему я так думаю.
    Все знали, что ждать от Episode Two, за исключением мелочей, но вот Portal, была лично для меня, тёмной лошадкой.
    Я её купил, установил и пропал на весь день. Да игра коротка. Но затягивает, аш до головной боли, ёлки палки.
    Ничего подобного я не встречал до того. И как и было положено, Portal стала родоначальником целого направления игр, пространственных головоломок, с перемещением себя любимого, от первого лица, по различным лабиринтам. Её продолжателями можно назвать такие игры как: The Talos Principle, The Witness, Q.U.B.E., The Turing Test и многие другие.
    У игры практически нет сюжета, но он ей особо и не нужен.
    Через некоторое время вышел сиквел, с замысловатым и труднопроизносимым названием, Portal 2! И как ни странно, оказался великолепным! Появился сюжет, улучшились и расширились головоломки, увеличилось время прохождения, а так же похорошела графика.
    К сожалению Valve зажрались и перестали делать хорошие, сюжетные игры, поделки Left 4 Dead 1 и 2, за полноценные игры, извините, принять не могу. А зачем напрягаться? Доить терпил, лучше "Steam"ом и "Dota 2", слегка шевеля мизинцем левой ноги.
    К сожалению в нашем мире бабло побеждает всё! По этому вряд ли мы в ближайшее время увидим Portal 3 и ту же Half-Life 3, если вообще увидим.
    Хотя, как ни странно, недавно вышла Half-Life: Alyx, игра, я бы так сказал, очень далеко не для всех. Примерно для 1% играков. Но как бы великолепно, Portal 3 смотрелась сейчас в VR! Как думаете, а?    … Expand
  28. kiterio21
    Jan 2, 2020
    7
    Portal es uno de los juegos más originales a los que he jugado. Su diseño de puzles es muy bueno pero su duración es muy corta y su argumento nulo. Experiencia rápida que merece mucho la pena.
  29. edxtan
    Dec 4, 2021
    10
    Portal's unique physics are complex enough to make the puzzles challenging, yet so imaginative that you never feel like you're stuck. The dark atmosphere and funny dialogue also becomes its own puzzle, as you try to figure out the true nature of the setting.
  30. Crimert
    Mar 12, 2020
    9
    Amazing game! Puzzles are amazing! I advise this game to anyone who likes puzzles! 6hrs on record.
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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
9
#9 Most Shared PC Game of 2007

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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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