The official Portal 2 thread!

[theJesus]

Ok, so I finally finished the game. It really was good, wow. Took about 15 hours in all.

But what's with chapter 10? It's still greyed out and locked. I tried googling for it, but couldn't find much on it. There was one forum post saying that it's just credits, but that doesn't sound right.

Anyone know about chapter 10?

Yeah dude, chapter 10 is the credits. Not greyed out for me btw

 

[1Kurgan1]

For anyone looking to have a bit of fun, some guys created a Flash Portal game, it's pretty entertaining.

www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/404612

 

[theJesus]

For anyone looking to have a bit of fun, some guys created a Flash Portal game, it's pretty entertaining.

www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/404612

I remember playing that years ago
Pretty fun though.

 

[chris89]

Completed the game yesturday and have to say i thought it was fantastic. and got a new desktop screen

Just now to wait till friends get it so i can play co-op

Chris

 

[Black Panther]

Am I mistaken or can players make additions to this game? Similar to the mods of Oblivion and Fallout where modders could create new playable quests?

Have a look here - http://developer.valvesoftware.com/wiki/Portal_Level_Creation

I hope this is so, and that there'd be plenty of volunteers

 

[theJesus]

I believe they are planning to release an updated SDK or something like that to enable people to make new maps and such.

BTW, what you linked to is for the first Portal

 

[Black Panther]

BTW, what you linked to is for the first Portal

Oh..

and no one did that either?

 

[theJesus]

Oh..

and no one did that either?

There is a link on there that says "Portal user created content"

 

[Black Panther]

There is a link on there that says "Portal user created content"

That's not what I meant. Was any user created content made for the first Portal?

 

[theJesus]

That's not what I meant. Was any user created content made for the first Portal?

One of us must be misunderstanding the other.
If you click that link it says: "This page contains a listing of custom user created maps and mods for Portal"

edit: In any case, also check these links
http://www.myaperturelabs.com/
http://www.moddb.com/games/portal/mods

 

[Mussels]

That's not what I meant. Was any user created content made for the first Portal?

yes.

 

[Black Panther]

Thanks!

Btw, apparently the DLC for Portal 2 will be available by next summer. And at least it's free

If you're looking to further extend the number of hours you already spent on Portal 2's innovative puzzles then don't worry; Valve's got your back. The company has announced more details regarding the upcoming downloadable content being prepared for Portal 2.

The game's first DLC will feature new test chambers for players, leaderboards, challenge mode for single and multiplayer modes, and more. The announcement did not clarify whether the test chambers will be single-player only or will also be available in multiplayer mode. As for the "more" part, Valve's Doug Lombardi has said before that the game will be supported "with more videos or more comics," so perhaps those will be included in the first pack as well.

The DLC is currently being readied for a summer release. The best thing about it is that it will be available free of charge for all of the game's platforms (PC, Mac, Xbox 360, and PS3).

Source

 

[Black Panther]

Portal 2 - the Final Hours

The Final Hour of Portal 2 takes you deep within the top-secret offices of Valve for an unvarnished look at the creative process behind the new video game Portal 2. Journalist Geoff Keighley was granted unprecedented “fly on the wall” access to Valve to create this staggering 15,000 word multimedia experience. From the hush-hush Portal prequel that was shelved to the last minute scramble to complete the game’s story, The Final Hours of Portal 2 is a gripping and dramatic story brought to life by exclusive photos, videos, interviews, interactive experiences, and other surprises.

This is not a game, just a rich pdf file showing all the works. But it's neat for $2

 

[qubit]

Nice one, BP. I have to confess that I bought this straight away, from the Steam startup offers window that shows daily.

 

[whitrzac]

I beat the single player a few days ago...


I'm kind of disappointed, it wasn't nearly as long/hard as I thought it would be.

 

[MRCL]

I beat the single player a few days ago...


I'm kind of disappointed, it wasn't nearly as long/hard as I thought it would be.

One can argue about the length, I found it just right. As hor difficulty, there were a few puzzles where brain bending was necessary, but I never found it impossibly hard. Challenging but doable.

I was more soaked in by the epic atmosphere.

 

[theJesus]

I'm kind of disappointed, it wasn't nearly as long/hard as I thought it would be.

must . . . resist . . . vulgar joke . . .

 

[LifeOnMars]

Finally got to start the game, performance is nice. Maxed at 2048x1536 with 16AF 8AA no probs. From the little I have played so far it looks like the GFX have been bumped up slightly (nice lighting) and the humour is right up my street. Can't wait to carry on playing it!!

 

[whitrzac]

One can argue about the length, I found it just right. As hor difficulty, there were a few puzzles where brain bending was necessary, but I never found it impossibly hard. Challenging but doable.

I was more soaked in by the epic atmosphere.

but still 5hrs for a $40+game?


the 5hs is from steam, but is there anywhere I can look to see exactly how long it took?

 

[theJesus]

but still 5hrs for a $40+game?


the 5hs is from steam, but is there anywhere I can look to see exactly how long it took?

It took me about 5 hours the first time through. Then another few hours for co-op. I wouldn't pay more than $35 for it (which is exactly what I paid )

 

[qubit]

but still 5hrs for a $40+game?


the 5hs is from steam, but is there anywhere I can look to see exactly how long it took?

It took me about 5 hours the first time through. Then another few hours for co-op. I wouldn't pay more than $35 for it (which is exactly what I paid )

You lot must be geniuses - it took me way longer than 5 hours to finish, about 15 in fact.

Or I'm just stupid.

Some of those puzzles, especially the later ones were fiendish and took some working out. Heck, I even resorted to a YouTube walkthrough a couple of times.

Also, the shear amount of content seems to be more than 5 hours worth, too.

 

[whitrzac]

You lot must be geniuses - it took me way longer than 5 hours to finish, about 15 in fact.

Or I'm just stupid.

Some of those puzzles, especially the later ones were fiendish and took some working out. Heck, I even resorted to a YouTube walkthrough a couple of times.

Also, the shear amount of content seems to be more than 5 hours worth, too.

the only ones that really puzzled me was when you had to "paint" the 2 towers in order to jump, and when you fell into the "basement"

 

[MRCL]

Took me round seven hours. That includes standing still when listening to the brilliant voice acting, and exploring every damn corner to maybe find some brilliant details.