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Portal 2
Portal 2Building on the award-winning Portal
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The Elder Scrolls V: SkyrimA moddable open-world fantasy RPG where you can go anywhere and be anyone.
Overview
Description

Portal 2 is a first-person puzzle game developed by Valve Corporation. It was released in 2011 for PC, Mac, and consoles. The game is a sequel to the 2007 game Portal and introduces new gameplay mechanics, including gels and a co-op mode. Players control Chell, a test subject, as she navigates through a series of increasingly complex puzzles using a portal gun. The game features a single-player campaign and a co-op mode where two players can work together to solve puzzles. Portal 2 received widespread critical acclaim for its engaging gameplay, dark humor, and improved graphics. The game's success led to the creation of various merchandise, including toys, clothing, and accessories. Portal 2 is widely considered one of the best video games of all time, and its influence can be seen in many other puzzle games. The game's writing, voice acting, and sound design were also praised by critics and players alike. Portal 2 is a must-play for fans of puzzle games and science fiction. The game's unique blend of humor, challenge, and exploration makes it a standout title in the gaming industry.

Skyrim is Bethesda’s landmark open-world RPG set in a Nordic fantasy province, known for its freeform exploration, dragon-shouting Dragonborn, and an enormous modding community that keeps it alive over a decade later.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)

Around $39.99 for the Anniversary/Special Edition.

Category
Puzzle Adventure
Open-World Adventure
Best for
Gamers and puzzle enthusiasts
Open-world RPG and sandbox fans
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$59.99
release date
2011-04-18
Specifications
developer
Valve
platforms
PlayStation 3, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox 360, Nintendo Switch
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
publisher
Valve, Electronic Arts
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
critic score
92/100
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Highly engaging gameplay
  • Dark humor and witty writing
  • Improved graphics and sound design
  • Highly replayable single-player and co-op modes
  • Enormous freedom
  • Best-in-class modding
  • Great atmosphere and exploration
  • Tons of content
Cons
  • Some players may find the game's puzzles too challenging or frustrating
  • The game's co-op mode requires a second player, which can be a limitation for some players
  • The game's story is not as long as some players may have hoped
  • Dated combat and animations
  • Bugs without mods
  • Re-released many times
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
0
4
User rating
Not enough data
4.0 (2)

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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Reviews

4.0 (2)
Anonymous

Love it

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim has been my go-to lately. Great atmosphere and exploration. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Anonymous

Good but flawed

Picked up The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim recently. Upside: enormous freedom. Downside: bugs without mods.

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