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About Portal: Still Alive
Portal: Still Alive is a puzzle game built around the idea of shooting portals to solve physics-based challenges. Valve made it in 2008 for Xbox 360. It’s an expanded version of the original Portal, adding new levels and reworked content. You play as a test subject in a lab run by an AI named GLaDOS, who delivers snarky commentary as you navigate test chambers. The game mixes brain-teasing puzzles with dark humor. Sessions feel like solving riddles in a maze of moving parts and deadly obstacles. It’s short but sharp, with a focus on creativity and logic.
Gameplay
You spend most of the game in a first-person view, using a portal gun to create two linked doorways. The goal is to manipulate these portals to reach test chamber exits while bypassing hazards like turrets and laser grids. Each level introduces a new mechanic, like momentum or gels that alter movement. You’ll spend 20, 30 minutes per puzzle, trial-and-erroring until you find the correct portal placement. Controls are simple but precise, and the pacing builds gradually. The bonus puzzles at the end require revisiting earlier rooms with new tools. The game rewards patience but can feel repetitive for those who solve puzzles quickly.
What Players Think
Metacritic rates it 90/100, with 78% of PlayPile users reporting they finished the game. Average playtime is 3.5 hours, though 68% of players hit 100% completion. Community moods are mostly happy (78%) but 22% say it’s “frustratingly brief.” One review calls it “a smart, snappy puzzle experience that still feels ahead of its time.” Completion rates for bonus puzzles drop to 42%, suggesting they’re harder. Achievement unlock rates are high (89% average), with the final challenge requiring precise execution. Players appreciate the wit but note the short length compared to later Valve titles.
PlayPile's Take
This is a must-play for fans of clever, concise puzzles. At its current price of $9.99, it’s a low-risk investment. The achievements add replay value, but the core experience is best enjoyed in a single session. If you like figuring out physics-based logic puzzles, this is your game. Skip it if you prefer open worlds or lengthy stories. It’s a time capsule of Valve’s puzzle design peak, but don’t expect modern AAA polish.
Game Modes
Single player
IGDB Rating
90.4
RAWG Rating
4.4
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