Portal

Portal is a mix between a computer game and an interactive novel. It was published for the Amiga in 1986 by Activision, written by Rob Swigart, produced by...
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9.1
excellent
 
CRITICS SCORE
8.9
(26 ratings)
GAMER SCORE
9.2
(4456 ratings)

Game Overview

Portal is a mix between a computer game and an interactive novel. It was published for the Amiga in 1986 by Activision, written by Rob Swigart, produced by Brad Fregger and programmed by Nexa Corporation....

The Good

Portal technology is pure mind-bending delight, Sublimely witty writing, Brilliant song accompanies end credits.

The Bad

It's short, Like, real short.

The Bottom Line

A unique take on puzzle gameplay by the makers of Half-Life. Portal is a new type of single player game that changes how players approach, manipulate, and surmise the possibilities in a given environment in a manner similar to how the Gravity Gun changed our approach to how an object may be leveraged in any given situation.

Portal was first included with the release of Half-Life 2's Orange Box. Now, each game from that pack is available as its own boxed title for gamers to pick and choose their favorites.

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Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
90/100
score

With delightfully unique gameplay and fantastically witty writing, Portal is a huge success.

IGN review logo
82/100
score

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.

Character Profiles

GLaDOS (Portal)

GLaDOS (Portal)
Also known as: Genetic Lifeform and Disk Operating System GLaDOS is intensely passive aggressive computer AI in Valve's videogame Portal.

The Weighted Companion Cube

The Weighted Companion Cube
The Weighted Companion Cube is your only friend in Portal.

Game Features

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ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "T"
This game is Rated: Teen
Content is most suitable for children ages 13 and up. This game may contain violence, gambling, suggestive themes, crude humor, or some strong language.
Content Descriptors:
Blood, Mild Violence
 
Game Info
Platform:PC
Release Date:10/9/2007
Publisher:Electronic Arts / Valve
Developer:Valve
Genre:First Person
ESRB Rating:T
Gamesite:Click here

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