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- Extensive single player: Featuring next generation gameplay and a wildly-engrossing story.
- Complete two-person co-op: Multiplayer game featuring its own dedicated story, characters, and gameplay.
- Advanced physics: Allows for the creation of a whole new range of interesting challenges, producing a much larger but not harder game.
- Massive sequel: The original Portal was named 2007's Game of the Year by over 30 publications worldwide.
- The single-player portion of Portal 2 introduces a cast of dynamic new characters, a host of fresh puzzle elements
- A much larger set of devious test chambers.
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ASIN | B002I0JIQW |
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Release date | April 19, 2011 |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #75,775 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #2,743 in Mac Games & Accessories #19,460 in PC Games & Accessories |
Product Dimensions | 0.6 x 7.6 x 0.63 inches; 0.01 ounces |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Everyone 10+ |
Item model number | 9880 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
Manufacturer | Electronic Arts |
Date First Available | July 15, 2009 |
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The highly anticipated sequel to 2007's Game of the Year, Portal 2 is a hilariously mind-bending adventure that challenges you to use wits over weaponry in a funhouse of diabolical science. Using a highly experimental portal device, you’ll once again face off against a lethally inventive, power-mad A.I. named GLaDOS. And this time you won’t be alone. Meet an expanded cast of characters as you think your way through dangerous, never-before-seen areas of Aperture Laboratories. Break the laws of spatial physics in ways you never thought possible, with a wider variety of portal puzzles and an expansive story that spans a single player and co-operative game mode.
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Portal 2 is a unique first-person Action-Puzzle-Platforming game that tests player's ability to think and act creatively as they use the game's ingenious wormhole creating portal gun to produce their own paths through otherwise sealed surfaces and across the open spaces of the game. Sequel to the original Portal game -- the surprise add-on hit included in Valve Corporation's 2007 release The Orange Box -- Portal 2 continues the storyline from the first game, featuring both new and returning characters, and poses a range of new challenges making for a much deeper game. Additional features include a new two player co-op mode and an original soundtrack.
Enjoy an expanded storyline as you return to Aperture Laboratories to match wits with GLaDOS.
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New characters and functionality expand the Portal gameplay experience.
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Win/Mac software that is playable on both PC and Macs.
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Welcome Back to Aperture Laboratories
In Portal 2 players awake in the Aperture Science Labs as Chell, the heroine of the original game. A great expanse of time has passed since the conclusion of the first game and the gameworld has fallen into visible disrepair, but placed in suspended animation, Chell has survived intact and is revived. With the help of a robotic entity the concluding events of the past game are revealed and you escape your initial confinement, but in doing so GLaDOS, the the AI computer antagonist from the previous game is also reawakened. Just as fickle as ever, GLaDOS' motives are unknown. Insisting on testing you, it may assist you but may also be planning something more sinister.
Gameplay
Like the original game, Portal 2 is a first-person Platform-Puzzle game. In the single player campaign players assume the role of Chell, a former test subject trying to gain her freedom from the Aperture Science facility and GLaDOS, the AI controller of the facility. Set in the test chambers of the facility your goal is to make your way through the game levels using your portal gun (the Aperture Science Handheld Portal Device). The portal gun creates temporary passages through solid surfaces, allowing for creative platforming and multiple possible means of clearing a level. The game also requires the player to solve puzzles at times to clear sections of levels. In addition to point-to-point movement through portals, players can also utilize other means of movement of themselves and various objects. These include: using the momentum of portal movement to make jumps to open positions like ledges; tractor beams; and special propulsion/repulsion gels that can be carried or stored.
New Cooperative Mode
Portal 2 contains a multiplayer option in the form of a two-player co-op mode. This is playable both locally and online, with split-screen functionality available in local play and in select places during online play. Players assume the role of one of two robotic characters, Atlas or P-body, both new to the franchise. These two have separated from the control of GLaDOS and so must survive its anger, divvied out in the form puzzles, obstacles and misdirection. Each player has control of their own portal gun, which they use to platform through the game levels, avoiding its dangers and relying on each other.
Minimum System Requirements
PC
- OS - Windows 7, Vista, XP
- Processor - Dual Core 2.0 )or higher) or AMD64X2 (or higher)
- RAM - 1 GB of RAM on Windows XP, 2 GB on Windows Vista or Windows 7
- Hard Drive Space - 7.6 GB hard disk space
- Video Card - DirectX 9 graphics card with 128 MB RAM Sound card DirectX 9.0c compatible
Mac
- OS - Mac OS X v10.6.6 or later
- Processor - Intel Core Duo processor (2.0 GHz or better)
- RAM - 2 GB (or more)
- Hard Drive Space - 7.6 GB hard disk space (or more)
- Video Card - GeForce 8600M or ATI Radeon HD 2400 or higher
Key Game Features
- Extensive single player game featuring next generation gameplay and a wildly-engrossing story
- Complete two-person cooperative multiplayer game featuring its own dedicated story, characters, and gameplay
- Advanced use of physics allow for the creation of a whole new range of interesting challenges, producing a much larger but not harder game
- Original soundtrack
- A massive sequel to the title named 2007's Game of the Year by over 30 publications worldwide.
- Win/Mac software is PC and Macintosh compatible
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Customers like the quality, appearance and graphics of the video game. They mention that the characters are fun and engaging, the time spent is very fulfilling and that the witty humor packed into it never fails to entertain. They are also satisfied with the value, and connectivity. Opinions are mixed on performance, ease of use, and length.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the video game. They say that the characters are fun and engaging, and the game is fun to play. The time spent is very fulfilling, and provides an interesting and humorous story. The game is beautifully crafted with extremely clever puzzles, and is one of the best multi-players ever.
"...It works, and it makes for a great game, but it also means that you lose a little bit of the magic of portal 1.PUZZLES:..." Read more
"...So overall I'd very much recommend this game. In fact, the gameplay and story are so good that I played it twice through in a row, something I've..." Read more
"...It's appropriate for both children and adults, although a lot of the humor may be lost on children they will still enjoy completing the puzzles...." Read more
"...The story is more in-depth than the other. It doesn't have as many funny one-liners as the other (though it does have more overall one-liners)...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the video game. They mention that it has witty humor, and the darkly hilarious dialogue never fails to entertain. The game has an interesting story, and a cute sidekick with a lot of funny dialogue. The dialogue is fantastic, and has frequent laugh out loud moments. The dark comedy had them smiling or outright laughing all the way through. They say the script is brilliant, and is well personified with sarcasm.
"...The story is absolutely wonderful and just as funny (while still being a little creepy if you think about it) as the original...." Read more
"...The dialogue is humorous in both writing and execution - the voice acting is definitely top-notch stuff so don't play this game with mute on!..." Read more
"...As in the first one, the humor is there, not only in the conversations, but also in the achievements, some of which might be slightly harmful...." Read more
"...It (he) speaks with a European accent & is well personified with a quirky personality; both makes what he says even more entertaining...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the graphics of the game. They mention that the graphics are well-done, the puzzles are challenging, and the design is cool. The game itself is magnificently crafted, and it's mesmerizing and intriguing. The sound is great, and is a great addition to the game's experience. Overall, customers are happy with the quality of the graphics and sound.
"...of the later sections really show off some large environments and cool design, but for the most part the game sticks close to the test chamber look..." Read more
"...The art style in Portal 2 seems, on account, more realistic than Portal. Lots of improvements in the small details...." Read more
"...The graphics are well done. The puzzles get increasingly difficult...." Read more
"...2. This is a first-person shooter action game that is mesmerizing and intriguing in ways that will make it enjoyable even for those who don't..." Read more
Customers like the value of the video game software. They say it's well worth the price, and is a great rip-off.
"...The price has dropped nicely too so you can pick it up a couple bucks cheaper. New Co-op mode allows you to play with a friend...." Read more
"...I think it is a deal at either price point. Go for it. You won't regret it." Read more
"...(the puzzles) and is certainly a good game, but it's burdened by a high price point and by the expectations raised by its predecessor...." Read more
"...entertainment for a dozen couple of hours easily -- far better bang for your buck compared to the Call of Lameness series, in my opinion...." Read more
Customers like the connectivity of the product. They say that the co-op mode is very fun and creative, and never gets old due to playing with others. The multiplayer is also an ingenious addition to the gameplay, and it demands friendly cooperation.
"...Cooperative mode is definitely a great addition, and is better played when both players are unfamiliar with the puzzles...." Read more
"...As a result, this game demands friendly cooperation and is a great mind-teaser at the same time...." Read more
"...Co-op is actually pretty good when you are partnered with someone who actually wants to complete the levels and it sometimes takes a while to find a..." Read more
"...It provides additional test chambers and does an excellent job of requiring teamwork and communication with your partner to get through, as well as..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the game. Some mention that it's very fulfilling and provides an interesting and humorous story, while others say that it wouldn't play at all. The game is a puzzle game and will make you think, while some say that the program has stopped working altogether and they're getting a cryptic error from Steam.
"...the original Portal and I felt that it was an incredibly innovative combination of first-person action with puzzle solving...." Read more
"...Update - The program has stopped working altogether and I am getting a cryptic error from Steam...." Read more
"...2. This is a first-person shooter action game that is mesmerizing and intriguing in ways that will make it enjoyable even for those who don't..." Read more
"...The Steam/Portal site forces you to update. Poof! Your program no longer works. Again, technical support is NO help...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the video game. Some mention that the difficulty is also spot on, and that they added in a learning curve so a new player just starting with Portal 2 can enjoy the game. However, others say that it is the worst experience installing a game with a purchased game disc, it runs a bit long and gets pretty tedious, and the co-op was not quite as challenging as they would have liked, but it was still a lot of fun. They are disappointed that it was not a stand-alone install, and it took them about 7 hours to beat the campaign.
"...The recipient has been unable to even install the game, on a system that more than met the system requirements listed on the product page...." Read more
"...puzzle is still a part of the game, but most of the challenges are fairly straight forward...." Read more
"...The co-op was not quite as challenging as I would have liked, but it was still a lot of fun, and time really flew when you got into it...." Read more
"...On average I would say the puzzles are deceptively simple and sometimes tricky - so they are well designed to provide a level of enjoyment to both..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the length of the game. Some mention that it's much longer and more in depth than the other, while others say that it is too short. Some say that the game runs a bit long and gets pretty tedious, while other say that its a very short game.
"...The biggest thing keeping me from giving it 5-stars is the short play time of 5 hours...and possibly shorter for those of you who are smarter than me..." Read more
"...Portal 2 is a worthy follow-up. The story advances, it's longer, the technology advances...." Read more
"...However aside from the new levels, some tasks may get repetitive or boring...." Read more
"...blobs take some getting used to... The game is long long long. Just plain amazing.My one problem is the final timed test...." Read more
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The original portal was an amazing and innovative game, and at least some of its appeal came from the fact that it was so unique. It stands to reason that any sequel is going to have a hard time measuring up.
I say this because with Portal 2 the designers, not wanting to directly copy the original, tried to do something a little bit different, probably to keep things fresh. It works, and it makes for a great game, but it also means that you lose a little bit of the magic of portal 1.
PUZZLES:
The puzzle element of the game has changed a bit. In portal 1 the challenge came from figuring out exactly what you had to do, and more often than not there was more than one way to solve a particular puzzle. The game would throw you into a room and just leave you to figure things out.
In Portal 2, figuring out the puzzle is still a part of the game, but most of the challenges are fairly straight forward. In many cases you'll find yourself scanning a room for the single piece of wall that you know immediately that you have to use. The "difficulty" in this game comes from the execution, more than the solving, of the puzzle. You need to hit things in just the right order, in just the right moment, jump just right, fire at the right moment, etc.
The puzzles are still fun and engaging. If you have or haven't played the original you'll find them fun either way, it's just worth noting that the formula has changed somewhat, but the game remains fun.
STORY:
What story there was in portal 1 was told mostly in the background, through vague hints and scattered pieces of dialog. That has completely changed in portal 2. There are still plenty of subtle hints and comments to keep your ears open for, but the story element of the game has definitely taking a leading role this time around. Personally I find this to be a great change, and well worth a couple playthroughs to make sure you don't miss anything. There are plenty of easter eggs to be found.
You don't need to play the original to get into the story here, though having at least the basics of what happened last time around will help you figure out what is happening at the beginning.
CONCLUSION
All-in-all this game is great fun, has amazing dialog, and includes a killer multiplayer mode. I highly recommend it, whether you played the original or not. The formula has changed a bit, but the game remains a great buy.
The sequel, Portal 2, expands greatly upon the original. It has many of the same game mechanics (and is therefore familiar to those coming from Portal) while still having the gradual learning curve that made the first game so accessible. It is also a much longer game than the fairly brief original, spanning several chapters over different types of locations.
The story is absolutely wonderful and just as funny (while still being a little creepy if you think about it) as the original. You're introduced to new characters (a couple through audio recordings that guide you through levels as well as one that you interact with) and get to learn about the history of Aperture Laboratories through a series of excellent levels that take place in a huge sealed off area of the Labs.
The game also introduces several new tools to use in solving puzzles and overall, it is an incredibly enjoyable experience. I did find that the puzzles (both in test chambers and out) did not reach the same level of challenge as in the original (the later levels of which involved a great deal of careful timing and fast reflexes)...some gamers may appreciate this change (with challenge emphasized more in thinking things through than quick action) while some may dislike it.
So overall I'd very much recommend this game. In fact, the gameplay and story are so good that I played it twice through in a row, something I've never done with a game before!
(there is also an entirely separate co-op game that I haven't played yet...it may offer some of the types of challenges that aren't in the single player experience)