Portal Runner

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: 3DO
  • Release Date: Sep 11, 2001
Metascore
53

Mixed or average reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 18
  3. Negative: 7 out of 18
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  1. GameZone
    75
    Rotatable camera angles, a variety of weapons (albeit they're all arrows), and a good mix of puzzles and action made this game entertaining....in an Archie Comics sort of way.
  2. Gamezilla!
    72
    Although the plot keeps it afloat, the lack of any variety will quickly wear on most gamers.
  3. Adrenaline Vault
    70
    While the multiplayer mode's forgettable, and there's not a ton of replay value, the first run through the story is surprisingly long, and filled to the brim with some of the most amazing scenery conceived outside of a Toy Story film.
  5. GameSpot
    67
    Your enjoyment of Portal Runner depends wholly on your tolerance for both straight-up, albeit slightly watered-down, 3D platform-adventure gameplay and 3DO's distinct brand of abstract patriotism.
  6. Cloudchaser
    65
    The platforming design and gem collecting feel like the sort of gameplay one would expect in an old-school game--and I don't mean this as a compliment.
  7. GameSpy
    65
    Several shots short of a 21 gun salute.
  8. Hot Games
    60
    It sits squarely in the middle of fun and boring.
  9. Core Magazine
    58
    Think of this game as Tomb Raider Lite-it features a similarly obnoxious control scheme in a much cheerier universe.
  10. IGN
    54
    Likely the best non-Air Attack game that I've played in this widening franchise, and while it's still far from a game that I'd recommend, it's a step in the right direction.
  11. All Game Guide
    50
    There are flashes of progress to be found in this title, and if 3DO continues to build upon Portal Runner's shortcomings, there is a possibility for a truly decent Army Men game in the future.
  12. Yahoo!
    50
    Unfortunately the game is not going to be any kind of a challenge for the more seasoned PS2 owners amongst us.
  13. PSX Nation
    40
    Vicki is no Lara Croft and unfortunate[ly] for 3DO she's not even close.
  14. GamePro
    40
    With rough textures and flat prerendered backgrounds, Portal Runner looks like a late-generation PlayStation title rather than a second-generation PS2 effort. It plays even worse.
  15. Game Informer
    40
    The game is saddled with the same lackluster gameplay that has plagued the entire Army Men series.
  16. TotalGames.net
    40
    3DO, you cannot trick us, this is ANOTHER Army Men game, now vying for the Lara vote with a feisty new heroine.
  17. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    40
    It's clunky and frustrating due to its awful controls. [Nov 2001, p.160]
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  18. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    38
    The game will keep youngins busy, but if any gamer over the age of 10 gets stuck playing this thing, well, that’s gotta hurt! [Nov 2001, p.210]
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  19. Game Revolution
    25
    It's got some nice CGI and a few neat lighting effects here and there, but with control issues, lame multiplayer and boring level design it's pretty obvious that the curse has struck again.

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. HuukiddinMister
    Oct 26, 2001
    10
    Great fun game shame about the toy twist, but it can be easily over looked. Great for all Lara fans.
  2. AnthonyM.
    Oct 3, 2001
    9
    HEY WAKE UP out there! This is a sleeper! Tons of fun! Even wife plays it? Hey guys U know family fun!
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