"I am still alive..." Portal through its unconventional storytelling and mechanics revolutionizes the genre; though it is much more than a game, and presents a sort of magic wonder appealing much to everyone. A perfect masterpiece, I cannot digress to the degree of quality Valve has produced this game, this piece of art, because even the slightest hint of this or that could alter significantly your experience. The audiophile quality sound has won numerous awards due to the outstanding voice performances, singing, effects, and musical score. The graphics are far from dated, and though not photo-perfect, fit perfectly with the context of the game. The physics are by far some of the best ever created, and leave to the player countless opportunities and decisions in puzzle-solving and adventure gameplay. Conclusively, Portal's immersive sound, graphics, and physics together output the most innovative shooter, first or third person, I have ever played. I hope this game though is not merely a glimpse into another dimension but the first in a path of Portal games, where no boundary is permanent. [Related reviews: The Orange Box]
*** PORTAL *** THE GOOD -Fantastic and innovative puzzles -Witty and highly entertaining dialog -Different ways to solve each problem -Delightful music during the credits THE BAD -Really short OVERVIEW... Read Full Review
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