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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum:  : processeur 1,7 GHz, 512 Mo de RAM, carte graphique DirectX® 8.1 (avec prise en charge du jeu d'instructions SSE), Windows® 7 (32/64-bit)/Vista/XP, souris, clavier, connexion Internet Recommandée : processeur Pentium 4 (3,0 GHz ou supérieur), 1 Go de RAM, carte graphique DirectX® 9, Windows® 7 (32/64-bit)/Vista/XP, souris, clavier, connexion Internet

Portal

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Released October 10, 2007
sample: 493 reviews posted after launch (154 AI-classified)
99/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 99 % · 197,000 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
9,75€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Portal's challenging puzzles and dark humor have captivated players, with 103 positive mentions out of 105 for its gameplay. The game's story, which has 44 positive mentions out of 44, is also widely praised. Since its release in 2007, the game has maintained an overwhelmingly positive reputation, with 99% of its 197,000 reviews being positive.

What it's about: Portal™ est un nouveau jeu solo signé Valve. Avec pour décor les mystérieux laboratoires Aperture Science, Portal s'impose par son côté innovant et garantit aux joueurs un gameplay et une longévité à toute épreuve.

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« Strengths of the game - You are promised cake. Weaknesses of the game - You won't get any cake. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played11
« The sentries seemed menacing. untill i realized they die after slightly tipping over. also got cake 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played11
« Ce je et incroyable le plot twiste et super bien monter les graphisme sont super Je Recommande »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Jeu excellent, même 18 ans après ! Je vous conseille de ne pas vous arrêter après l'histoire car les niveaux avancés sont tellement bien et les défis sont tellement frustrant mddrr »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« why wouldyou make 6 maps "advanced" and then make all but one of them practically impossible. the controls and interface aren't that good to be able accomplish the upgrade, and it failed. they ruined it. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« This game has opened parts of my mind I didn't even know existed. Thank you for making me attracted to robots, Valve. 10/10 GLaDOS makes me feel very certain things. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played1
« Juste masterclass, rien à redire, le jeu est encore très cool et ne vieillit pas. 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« le meilleur jeu du monde, et c'est moi qui décide c'est un peu le census designated - jane remover (2023) des jeux vidéos »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played

In players' words

« Strengths of the game - You are promised cake. Weaknesses of the game - You won't get any cake. »
👍 anonymous review · 1 h played11
« why wouldyou make 6 maps "advanced" and then make all but one of them practically impossible. the controls and interface aren't that good to be able accomplish the upgrade, and it failed. they ruined it. »
👎 anonymous review · 4 h played
« The sentries seemed menacing. untill i realized they die after slightly tipping over. also got cake 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played11
« This game has opened parts of my mind I didn't even know existed. Thank you for making me attracted to robots, Valve. 10/10 GLaDOS makes me feel very certain things. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played1
« Ce je et incroyable le plot twiste et super bien monter les graphisme sont super Je Recommande »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« Juste masterclass, rien à redire, le jeu est encore très cool et ne vieillit pas. 10/10 »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played
« Jeu excellent, même 18 ans après ! Je vous conseille de ne pas vous arrêter après l'histoire car les niveaux avancés sont tellement bien et les défis sont tellement frustrant mddrr »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played
« le meilleur jeu du monde, et c'est moi qui décide c'est un peu le census designated - jane remover (2023) des jeux vidéos »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
98 % pos · n=105
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=44
Content / longevity
41 % pos · n=29
Audio / music
82 % pos · n=17
Value for money
100 % pos · n=9
Performance
88 % pos · n=8
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=8
Stability / bugs
50 % pos · n=2
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=2
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay10510311
Story / writing444400
Content / longevity2912314
Audio / music171403
Value for money9900
Performance8710
Graphics / art8800
Stability / bugs2101
Interface / UX2002
Multiplayer1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.6 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.5 h.

🪤 40 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
100 % (n=22)
2-10h
99 % (n=356)
10-25h
100 % (n=91)
>25h
100 % (n=24)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Dec 2025 : 100% positive100DecMar 2026 : 100% positive100MarApr 2026 : 97% positive97AprMay 2026 : 100% positive100MayJun 2026 : 100% positive100JunJul 2026 : 99% positive99Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€0.00€2.84€5.68€8.52€11.3620132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026€0.81

Steam price tracked automatically since Nov 21, 2012 · All-time low: €0.81 (Jun 21, 2018)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2,8 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 15 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 12 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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This game on Twitch

Small streamers to support

LIVE Serenalis 10 viewers · EN — Switchin' to Portal 1!!!LIVE G10_Gaming 5 viewers · EN — (100%) Puzzling Good Question Mark | !linksLIVE Phuntra 4 viewers · EN — Practicing more Portal speedrunning

Streams snapshot from 01/08 à 06h08

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Strengths

  • The gameplay is widely acclaimed, with 103 positive mentions out of 105
  • The story is praised by all 44 reviewers who mentioned it
  • The game's humor is a major factor in its success, with 24 mentions in the frequent keywords

Weaknesses

  • Some players have reported issues with the user interface, with 2 negative mentions out of 2
  • A few players have complained about the game's content, with 14 negative mentions out of 29

Who is it for?

Fans of puzzle games and dark humor will enjoy Portal, as will those looking for a classic and challenging experience. The game's short length, with 356 players completing it in 2-10 hours, is also a plus for those with limited time.

Is Portal worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 99% of 197,000 Steam reviews are positive (player score 99/100). Most-praised strength: The gameplay is widely acclaimed. Current price: 9,75€.

Verdict

Overall, Portal is a masterpiece of game design, with its engaging gameplay, witty writing, and challenging puzzles making it a must-play for fans of the genre. With its overwhelmingly positive reception and enduring popularity, it's clear that Portal is a game that will continue to be enjoyed for years to come.

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Portal: 99/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

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