Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3/5)

The first 16 test chambers in Portal are pretty easy and feel more like a tutorial than actual challenges. They’re designed to gradually introduce you to the game’s core mechanics — and they do a solid job of easing you into the unique portal-based puzzles.

But once you get past those early stages, things really start to pick up. The final few test chambers are a noticeable step up, testing everything you’ve learned so far. And honestly, the real game doesn’t begin until you’re done with the official testing phase. I won’t spoil what happens next — you’ll have to play it yourself to see — but it’s where the story and game-play truly start to shine.

The narrative is a standout feature. It’s clever, mysterious, and even a bit dark in places. A big part of the experience comes from listening to the narration as you play, so don’t skip it — it’s essential to understanding what’s really going on.

Overall, Portal is a fun and unique puzzle game with a story that pulls you in. While it starts off slow, it builds into something memorable. I’d definitely recommend giving it a try, especially if you enjoy games that mix brain-teasing puzzles with a compelling narrative.

What makes a game a classic? Is it the number of copies sold or the review score it receives?
Maybe it's something not quantifiable, something special.
Whatever it is, I think Portal qualifies.

This game is truly a masterpiece on its own.
It should be in every steam libary and everyone should have play it once!
This game made history and is one of the most influencel pieces of art.