Sometimes a videogame just needs one minute of gameplay to achieve the title of a masterpiece. The first minute of Valve's Portal was enough to show me what kind of game I would be playing the next 3 hours.
Its simple game design make it accessable for every type of gamer at any age. Its timeless graphics let it age perfectly over the 17 (!) years since its release.
The story is intriguing, no cut scenes needed, typical Valve storytelling. It does not get better than this. It's the olympus of storytelling.
The levels are created with expertise and the love for detail. The difficulty rises alongside with the players skills, so there is no frustration to expect.
This game again proves the insane quality of Valve's developement team. It's another must-play from the 2000s, the golden era of gaming. This game has to be played by everyone, there is no discussion.
Its simple game design make it accessable for every type of gamer at any age. Its timeless graphics let it age perfectly over the 17 (!) years since its release.
The story is intriguing, no cut scenes needed, typical Valve storytelling. It does not get better than this. It's the olympus of storytelling.
The levels are created with expertise and the love for detail. The difficulty rises alongside with the players skills, so there is no frustration to expect.
This game again proves the insane quality of Valve's developement team. It's another must-play from the 2000s, the golden era of gaming. This game has to be played by everyone, there is no discussion.