Portal Stories: VR
- May 16, 2016
- Prism Game Studios Ltd.
Portal Stories: VR builds on the foundations of the award winning Portal 2 modification Portal Stories: Mel. Portal Stories: VR is a brand new mini story set in the Portal Universe. It features 10 brand new puzzles, specifically designed to work using the 360 degrees room scale that SteamVR offers. Inside Aperture, you'll be able to use the new "Aperture Science Instant Teleportation Device" and …
Reviews
- Exceptional VR experience with great controls and superb quality.
- Highly immersive with impressive graphics and attention to detail.
- Fun and entertaining puzzles that capture the essence of the Portal series.
- The game is quite short, lasting around 30 to 45 minutes.
- Lacks the depth of story and mechanics found in the original Portal games.
- Some technical issues, such as slight lag during the last level and limited cable management for VR setup.
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and primarily serves as a backdrop to the puzzle gameplay, lacking the depth found in its Portal spin-off origins. While there are visual references to the Portal universe, the narrative is light and not a central focus, leaving players wanting a more substantial story experience akin to Portal 2 or Mel.
“I'd like to see more of this, but with more Portal 2 (or Mel) like story depth.”
“Not really story driven; pretty much just level after level of puzzles.”
“However, it was listed as a spin-off from Portal: Mel, and while I did see some visual references, Aegis being visible at one point, there wasn't much in the actual 'story' of the game.”
“It was a good, short, free game with a very light story.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their smoothness and well-balanced lighting, contributing to an overall excellent visual experience.
“I'm impressed by the smooth graphics and the well-balanced lighting.”
“The graphics are excellent, and the puzzles were fun, although not too challenging.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the gameplay for its highly effective mechanics, indicating a smooth and enjoyable experience.
“The mechanics work extremely well.”
“The gameplay is fluid and engaging, making every session enjoyable.”
“I love how the controls are intuitive, allowing for seamless interaction with the game world.”
