Portal 2

Classic. One of the best games of all time - Excellent story, fun puzzles.

Played multiplayer and now I want to kill myself. But at least I feel something again. 10/10

The only thing I think could be improved is the multiplayer having more tests but either way this game is one of, if not the best, steam games of all time.

This is undoubtedly one of the best sequels ever made. It is essentially the first game but with each and every gameplay mechanics improved, deepened and refined for the better. With more creative and sometimes mind-boggling puzzles and puzzling mechanics that keeps on getting introduced, even hours deep into the game. Story-wise, not only it expands from where it left you back in the previous game, but it also creates a foundation being the backstory prior to the game as you progress through the seemingly never-ending Aperture Science subterranean complex. The characters are also effortlessly and naturally charming and the storytelling being integrated seamlessly into the gameplay and the environment you traverse, makes for an intriguing ride—one that is a tad bit longer than the first one.

Oh and uh, do keep in mind that if you're one of those snowflakes who couldn't bear to take jokes regarding one's lack of parents or the overabundance of calories in one's body, you may want to refrain from playing this game and miss out on the perfect sequel to one of the best puzzle games of all time. But I suppose you might have already heard this before, and if you somehow already played it and get offended by it, feel free to complain about it on social media and wage war against these fictional characters in a goddarn video game.

This is the 2nd-best game that I've ever played - it takes the clever and fun puzzle-solving of Portal, improves upon it, and adds some fun characters and a story line into the mix too. It's great!

Miss when storylines felt this personal. Valve games having mute characters really makes them classics.

Me encanto, la mejor experiencia de videojuegos que tuve hasta el momento, gráficos buenos historia divertida y gameplay de otro nivel, lo recomiendo

Portal 1, but more! Portal 2 builds off of everything that Portal 1 was and is a great successor to the original. Again, simple, timeless, fun. Would highly recommend.

you just gotta think - with portals

When you play this, you're contributing to science ; )

This is the best valve game of all time.

After playing this game I struggle with basic math

This is one of the best game ever.

Play it now.

If you're thinking about buying it, do it faster.

I would like to thank Valve for making these games for us. Games like Portal (1-2), Team Fortress (OG-2), and the game (which the third might never come out) Half-life (1-2-Alyx-etc).

>>One of the best game in its genre building on its successor 'Portal' offering a longer campaign, fluid mechanics and great graphics.

>>Portal 2 is a puzzle platform game with an engaging story, easy-to-learn controls with just the right amount of difficulty to keep a player hooked. Its a perfect game for newbie gamers to start their gaming journey.

>>It has a great story. Moreover a detailed story, with almost no plot holes. Its rich with humour, dark atmospheric experience and surprising twists blending in the perfect amount of emotional depth. It builds upon the story of its predecessor following the mc in their journey throughout the aperture laboratory exploring its history and that of the story itself.

>>It has about 6-12 hour playtime depending on how you play the game, with almost no bugs or glitches.( i didnt experience a single bug while playing)

>>The game is easy to master and offers very fluid and smooth movements. It also runs at high fps in max settings with no stutter.

>>Due to it being a puzzle type game its replay value is somewhat compromised but it has the coop mode and other puzzles ingame so it can be enjoyed a bit longer.

>>Overall its a masterpiece for its time and still a great deal today. I would suggest to wait for sale but its definitely worth the full price. IT offers an exceptional experience whether you play it solo or co op with friends.

Great game. I'd recommend it purely for the voice lines by Wheatly. The entire storyline is goated, but man that robot is hilarious.

I give it a 10/10 - best use of my time since the 2008 financial crisis.

Probably the best sequel to a game of all time (in my opinion, of course.) Graphics and game design are top notch, characters are insanely like-able and funny, and of course, the consistently fun and creative gameplay mechanic; the portals. Couldn't recommend this game more. If you're considering buying this game-- absolutely go for it.

I love the physics based puzzles, very logic based game

The game is great but..
YOU HAVE TO LISTEN TO THAT SONG AT THE END!

Its crazy funny and sad.

i get it now
14 years late, but i get it
iconic - no other word will do this game justice

Has really good gameplay and storytelling play it

Lovely game that continually keeps you entertained. Puzzle solving with a good story.

It took 8 hours to finish but it took a long time to get rid of happiness that felt like a void in the middle of my chest. After the first game, the story of Glados and this place made my mind start understanding. The new features such as liquids, blue road and others made puzzles a lot interesting and harder than i thought. The quality of the game were beautiful. You can even play with your friends, that was a feature i didn't guess before playing the second game. A worthy game to pay without thinking.

Portal 2 Review
---{ Graphics }---
☐ You forget what reality is
☐ Beautiful
☑ Good
☐ Decent
☐ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it
☐ MS-DOS

---{ Gameplay }---
☐ Very good
☑ Good
☐ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Watch paint dry instead
☐ Just don't

---{ Audio }---
☑ Eargasm
☐ Very good
☐ Good
☐ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ I'm now deaf

---{ Audience }---
☐ Kids
☑ Teens
☑ Adults
☐ Grandma

---{ PC Requirements }---
☑ Check if you can run paint
☑ Potato
☐ Decent
☐ Fast
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer

---{ Game Size }---
☐ Floppy Disk
☐ Old Fashioned
☑ Workable
☐ Big
☐ Will eat 10% of your 1TB hard drive
☐ You will want an entire hard drive to hold it
☐ You will need to invest in a black hole to hold all the data

---{ Difficulty }---
☐ Just press 'W'
☐ Easy
☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☑ Significant brain usage
☐ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

---{ Story }---
☐ No Story
☐ Some lore
☐ Average
☐ Good
☐ Lovely
☑ It'll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☑ Average
☐ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond

---{ Price }---
☐ It's free!
☑ Worth the price
☐ If it's on sale
☐ If u have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☐ Never heard of
☑ SpeedRunners Only
☐ ~~Features~~
☐ Minor bugs
☐ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

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Played this after the first game, crazy graphics, the mechanics haven't really changed but still great game

Score: ◆◆◆◆◆ (5/5)

If the original Portal was to be thought as a sort of proof of concept then Portal 2 would be that concept developed to its full potential. Just about everything that makes the first game good is done here and beyond. More complex puzzles, new mechanics, far more worldbuilding and plot emphasis, grander visuals and environmental design, and somehow even the humor is better. I'm also a big sucker for the Source engine, and Portal 2 goes well and beyond what was showcased with it in the first game. There are a large number of large scale set pieces done with the engine that remain impressive to this day.

GLaDOS' deadpan humor in OG Portal would often put a smirk on my face, but newcomers Wheatley and Cave Johnson played by Stephen Merchant and JK Simmons respectively perfectly round out the already existing comedy. Portal 2 is genuinely one of the funniest games I've played from start to finish. And beyond the comedy, the voice acting in this game is impeccable, though that is unlikely a surprise given the billing.

Portal 2 also explores the setting and background of Aperture Science much more deeply providing a great deal of insight into the history and eventual downfall of the company. There is also a large amount of environmental storytelling provide additional clues to the kind of experiments that were being conducted within the facility. And despite rehashing the same general story of the first game, that being one where our protagonist seeks to escape to the surface, Portal 2 differs enough to still provide a satisfying culmination to Chell's story.

As I mentioned above, not only are there MORE puzzles to solve here, but there are more mechanics and deep complexity to the puzzles. Light bridges, tractor beams, and paint-like gels that have different functionality keep the puzzle-solving from ever becoming stale. Additionally, you are not kept confined to the same sterile, white test chambers for the majority of the game like with the first one instead seeing much more of the the behind the scenes of the facility.

And that's really all there is to it. Portal 2 is a "simple" game that is executed masterfully. The core gameplay of placing two portals to traverse is simple enough, but additional complexity is added as the game progresses to showcase just how far you can carry this core concept. It has some of the best comedic writing in the history of the industry and holds up magnificently years later. It does follow up the story of the first game so ideally you would play them in order and the original Portal can be complete in roughly 3 hours, but regardless Portal 2 is a must play.

its a wonderful game that contains amazing puzzles and story especially the ending , i did not expect the ending to be amazing like this 10/10

It's the sequel of one of the greatest puzzle games of all time, how can you go wrong with this game? It's story is much better than the first game IMO, and the Co-op puzzles are great. Valve, if you see this, make Portal 3 pls.

Great fun with friends especially the quirkier ones. Laughed myself silly many a times

Valve's finest work. FRom the story to humor and character. Gameplay is definitely an improvement with new puzzle pieces that weren't in Portal 1. Peak Gaming.

its such a fun game with hours of gameplay its really fun even if you havent played the prequel theres puzzles adventure and much more! and the co-op is really fun (plus if you cant play with anyone you can play with random people and comunicate via text voice chat or pings)

Portal 2 was my first experience with the franchise, and it absolutely blew me away. While I haven’t gotten too far into the story yet, the multiplayer mode is where the game truly shines for me. My friend and I have spent countless hours laughing, strategizing, and tackling the cleverly designed puzzles. The game does an amazing job of accounting for every possible challenge, offering features like the ability to see your partner’s POV and a built-in text chat for seamless communication. Whether you’re in a call or not, teamwork feels intuitive and rewarding. Overall, I’d highly recommend Portal 2 to any group of friends looking for a fun, engaging, and cleverly designed co-op experience!

I don’t remember signing up for this. Maybe I did. I have no idea how long I’ve been here—maybe I’ve always been here. The voice orders me to solve puzzles, so I do. It is not a kind voice.

The cubes are my only company. Some bear hearts, others scream. I try not to think about it.

I climb higher, conquer impossible challenges... but it’s never enough. Each solution unlocks another door, yet with every step forward, I feel more trapped. The game whispers promises of freedom, but does anyone truly escape?

Perhaps I’m a genius. Perhaps just a well-trained lab rat. Maybe both.

But none of that matters. There is only the next test.

---{ Graphics }---
☐ You forget what reality is
☑ Beautiful
☐ Good
☐ Decent
☐ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it
☐ MS-DOS

---{ Gameplay }---
☑ Very good
☐ Good
☐ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Watch paint dry instead
☐ Just don't

---{ Audio }---
☐ Eargasm
☑ Very good
☐ Good
☐ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ I'm now deaf

---{ Audience }---
☑ Kids
☑ Teens
☑ Adults
☐ Grandma

---{ PC Requirements }---
☐ Check if you can run paint
☐ Potato
☐ Decent
☑ Fast
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer

---{ Game Size }---
☐ Floppy Disk
☐ Old Fashioned
☐ Workable
☑ Big
☐ Will eat 15% of your 1TB hard drive
☐ You will want an entire hard drive to hold it
☐ You will need to invest in a black hole to hold all the data

---{ Difficulty }---
☐ Just press 'W'
☐ Easy
☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☐ Significant brain usage
☑ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

---{ Grind }---
☐ Nothing to grind
☐ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks
☑ Isn't necessary to progress
☐ Average grind level
☐ Too much grind
☐ You'll need a second life for grinding

---{ Story }---
☐ No Story
☐ Some lore
☐ Average
☐ Good
☑ Lovely
☐ It'll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☐ Average
☑ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond

---{ Price }---
☐ It's free!
☑ Worth the price
☐ If it's on sale
☐ If u have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☑ Never heard of
☐ Minor bugs
☐ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

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As someone who has nearly 100 hours in the game (97 as of writing this), I can easily say this is my favorite game of all time. It takes well thought out, extremely fun puzzles, hilarious comedy, and a story that immediately gets you invested and combines them together to make, in my opinion, one of the greatest games in the world. The characters are fun and well written, the puzzles feel really good to solve, and there were certain moments in the game that had me laughing out loud. Not only that, but there were multiple moments in the game that gave me literal chills. The world building is also insanely good with countless stunning set pieces, and it really is crazy to think that this game is 14 years old. The soundtrack of the game also builds crazy suspense and the fact that the music changes depending on the environment really makes it feel like the music fits right into the universe. Overall, portal 2 is an amazing game with near perfect storytelling, game play, visuals, characters, and music to create one of the most mind blowing experiences you will ever get to enjoy.

honestly amazing how they took the first portal which was already fantastic and a fun puzzle game and then took that made it longer and bigger and then added a fantastic story! and the voice acting is just incredible!

I know I’m a bit late to this game,But figuring things out in such an atmosphere with this story was a great experience even today. Plus, it’s one of the few games my PC can actually handle. Wish I played it sooner!

Portal 2 is a phenomenal continuation to the original Portal game. The sequel improves on the first game in every single aspect thus creating a perfect sequel to an already a original game with unique design and concept. Portal 2 is nothing but spectacular game which remains to be exceptionally fun and rewarding despite having no violence and just pure puzzle solving. Not only the the 2nd game improves on everything; gameplay, story, challenge/difficulty, soundtrack, and duration, the game also adds a whole new campaign for the co-op experience which is very interesting and more than welcome addition!

For me, Portal has always been such a fun puzzle game. The first time I played it was at a friend's house on their Xbox 360. I still remember sitting in their room, controller in hand, completely mesmerized by the concept of the portal gun. The way it allowed you to bend space, creating solutions that felt impossible at first glance, was unlike anything I had ever played before.

Back then, it was a game that I loved but couldn’t play for myself. I didn’t have the means to own a copy, so my experiences with it were limited to those moments at my friend’s house—short bursts of brilliance before I had to pass the controller back. Even so, Portal left an impression on me. It wasn’t just the puzzles that stuck with me; it was the atmosphere, the eerie silence of the test chambers, the cold yet strangely comedic presence of GLaDOS, and the subtle story that unfolded as you progressed.

When Portal 2 was announced, I was beyond excited. But once again, I faced the same problem—I couldn’t play it myself. Watching trailers and hearing people talk about it only fueled my anticipation. It wasn’t just a sequel; it was an expansion of everything that made the first game special. The humor was sharper, the story was richer, and the puzzles were more complex.

Eventually, I finally got the chance to play Portal 2, and it exceeded every expectation I had. The puzzles were nothing short of genius. While the first game introduced the mechanics and let players experiment, the sequel built upon that foundation with new elements like Excursion Funnels, Aerial Faith Plates, Hard Light Bridges, and the incredible Repulsion, Propulsion, and Conversion Gels. Each of these additions made the puzzles feel more dynamic and engaging, requiring players to think in new and creative ways.

Now, about the story… wait, Portal 2 had a story? You mean to tell me the game wasn’t just about flinging myself through portals and occasionally being called fat by a supercomputer? If you squint hard enough at the dialogue between test chambers, there’s apparently some kind of plot about an amnesiac, possibly brain-damaged silent protagonist (seriously, this woman has fallen so many times—how is she alive?) who wakes up in a decayed testing facility and immediately starts taking orders from a talking British eyeball. Said eyeball, despite being adorable and an absolute idiot, somehow sets off a chain of events that reawakens GLaDOS, the most passive-aggressive murder machine in history.

GLaDOS, being the forgiving and reasonable AI that she is, immediately decides to continue science by throwing Chell back into test chambers because, well, what else is she supposed to do? This goes on for a while until, for reasons I can’t quite recall (probably because Wheatley had a great idea), we end up in the backrooms of Aperture Science, where we discover that A) Cave Johnson had no business running a company, B) Caroline is GLaDOS, and C) we were never meant to be here, yet here we are. Meanwhile, the last few remaining human test subjects, who were miraculously still alive, are casually killed off-screen by GLaDOS, who treats it as nothing more than taking out the trash.

Then Wheatley, in a stunning display of zero thought, overthrows GLaDOS, turns evil for like… a few hours, and then tries to kill Chell by designing some of the worst test chambers imaginable (to be fair, the man was not programmed for this). GLaDOS, now a potato (yes, really), helps Chell take him down, and the whole thing ends with the most polite attempted murder I’ve ever seen as Wheatley is hurled into space while regretfully apologizing. The game then unceremoniously boots Chell out of Aperture Science forever—because after everything, they really just wanted her gone.

One of the best additions was the cooperative multiplayer mode. Playing as Atlas and P-Body, two testing robots, you and a friend had to solve puzzles that required teamwork and communication. The co-op campaign was filled with clever, sometimes brain-melting challenges that emphasized trust and coordination, making it one of the best cooperative experiences in gaming.

The soundtrack was subtle yet effective, creating an immersive atmosphere that shifted from eerie to energetic depending on the situation. The dynamic music that responded to player actions made solving puzzles even more satisfying. And, of course, the game gave us yet another unforgettable ending song—"Want You Gone," a perfect follow-up to Still Alive.

Despite being released in 2011, Portal 2 remains as fun and engaging as ever. The gameplay is timeless, the humor still hits, and the community-created test chambers add infinite replayability. Few games manage to balance story, gameplay, and innovation as effortlessly as Portal 2 does.

If you’ve never played Portal 2, you’re missing out on one of the most brilliant games ever made. It’s an experience that blends humor, challenge, and storytelling in a way that few games have ever achieved. Whether you’re solving puzzles solo, laughing at Wheatley’s antics, or working through co-op challenges with a friend, Portal 2 is an unforgettable ride from start to finish.

2/10 A perfect game that every gamer should experience at least once.

Portal 2 will always be in my opinion Valve's best work right next to Half Life 2 the visuals, story, and overall gameplay it nails every aspect of it.

I don’t remember signing up for this. Maybe I did. I have no idea how long I have been here. Maybe I’ve always been here. The voice tells me to solve puzzles, so I do. The voice is not kind.
The cubes are my only companions. Some of them have hearts. Some of them scream. I try not to think about it.

I reach new heights, solve impossible puzzles... but it’s never enough. Each solution opens another door, and yet, the more I solve, the more I feel trapped. The game promises freedom, but does anyone truly escape?

I am either a genius or a very obedient lab rat. Possibly both.
But none of that matters. There is only the next test.

S-tier, one of it's kinda game. I thank valve for adding native linux support to all their games. It ran perfectly on my system.

There is a certain charm to the game. Maybe it's the "goofy Wheatley and the snarky GlaDos" or the cute turrets or the amazing puzzles.
The voice actors and dialogue/story writers did a marvellous job. They made the player feel that the robots are alive and gave an amazing personality to each of the characters. The level designers also did a great job at creating complex puzzles with a handful of mechanics. For some experienced players they might feel a bit too easy but I am sure that the Co-op and community made levels will satisfy their hunger for really hard brain challenging levels.

I have not played the Co-Op yet but I am looking forward to playing them as soon as possible. The game also has countless mods, if you are looking forward to buying this game I would like to suggest you to check out the Portal mods on steam after finishing the game if you would like to have MORE Portal!
Have a good day <3.

A classic Valve puzzle game with both a single player and a 2 player coop campaign. And it manages to include top-notch voice acting and a genuinely compelling story. It's excellent and barely costs anything ; it really puts in perspective how the modern gaming industry has fallen off a cliff in recent years.

Everyone should experience this piece of video game history. 9/10

Do you like puzzle solving games (for some reason) ? Also do you like games with lore and story? Portal 2 is just these and oh boy has valve done a great job making it enjoyable... I loved every part about this game (except from some, puzzles) and it's just so satisfying solving every puzzle. The v.a. is just great and the lore is interesting. Almost 10 hours in to it and I can see why people loved it. A valve classic.

Also I was blown away by the details and quality of the game. 100% recommend it!!!

It’s an extremely good game, very entertaining even though it might seem simple. My favorite part is listening to GLaDOS talk, and every level is even better than the last. The story is well set, and the graphics are incredible. Without a doubt, it’s an excellent game.

I probably screwed up when i decided to play the co-op first instead of the story but i digress. As im making this review i havent finished the story but im sure its good

Portal 2 is one game I hesitated to get it but believe the reviews the game is super fun and challenging. Even in co op mode the levels are very intriguing there is no music just focus on the challenge with your friends. Game has very limited pieces of operation but complex combination which leads to interesting gameplay. Some levels were required lot of thinking to solve. Worth the time. If you like simple puzzle games. Best co-op I played till now.

Ah, Portal 2. The portal gun is iconic. When platforming games and puzzle games are done well it can make for a very satisfying game but when they are both done well with a unique concept/mechanics.... *chef's kiss*

If you somehow don't know anything about the portal series, or if you're just considering trying it out, go for it. It is truly unique and iconic. OR, if you're like me and you have it but never finished it, I highly recommend you do so.

Backlog Games Beaten 2025
6/50

Here at Aperture Science we believe in unique mechanics, amazing storytelling, and top notch graphics. Portal 2 was and still is a very good game. It's easily one of the more replayable games out there. Thanks to the boys up in research development, there's always something you didn't notice before, or a way to solve a test that was different from the last time. Not only is the main story great, but the multiplayer Co-Op mode is loads of fun. Then there's the addition of community test chambers. There are so many great chambers out there, some even with their own custom story lines! Crowd Sourcing chambers was definitely the right direction! The game basically never ends! It's only over when your brain is fried from solving puzzles! Good one Caroline! All in all it's amazing game that will keep you engaged, and our investors happy. So get to testing, before I put you fighting the humanoid praying mantis horde! Cave Johnson out!

---{ Graphics }---
☐ You forget what reality is
☑ Beautiful
☐ Good
☐ Decent
☐ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it
☐ MS-DOS

---{ Gameplay }---
☑ Very good
☐ Good
☐ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Watch paint dry instead
☐ Just don't

---{ Audio }---
☐ Eargasm
☑ Very good
☐ Good
☐ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ I'm now deaf

---{ Audience }---
☐ Kids
☑ Teens
☑ Adults
☐ Grandma

---{ PC Requirements }---
☐ Check if you can run paint
☐ Potato
☑ Decent
☐ Fast
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer

---{ Game Size }---
☐ Floppy Disk
☐ Old Fashioned
☑ Workable
☐ Big
☐ Will eat 10% of your 1TB hard drive
☐ You will want an entire hard drive to hold it
☐ You will need to invest in a black hole to hold all the data

---{ Difficulty }---
☐ Just press 'W'
☐ Easy
☑ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☑ Significant brain usage
☐ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

---{ Grind }---
☑ Nothing to grind
☐ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks
☐ Isn't necessary to progress
☐ Average grind level
☐ Too much grind
☐ You'll need a second life for grinding

---{ Story }---
☐ No Story
☐ Some lore
☐ Average
☐ Good
☑ Lovely
☐ It'll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☑ Average
☐ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond

---{ Price }---
☐ It's free!
☑ Worth the price
☑ If it's on sale
☐ If u have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☑ Never heard of
☐ Minor bugs
☐ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

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☐ 1
☐ 2
☐ 3
☐ 4
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☑ 10

I want to say this, i dont think valve is making a portal 3. But for the last portal game, its great, good story, though, some achevments are a bit odd In my say.

Verry fun game to explore with a friend or brother, highly recomend. Though it will make you think out of the box a lot