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Review of Bridge Constructor Portal on PS4

by Chucky Chucky photo Feb 2018
Cover image of Bridge Constructor Portal on PS4
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 28 Feb 2018
Genre: Puzzle, Simulation
Developer: ClockStone
Publisher: Headup Games

Introduction

Ever wanted to be an architect without the years of school and crippling student debt? Enter *Bridge Constructor Portal*, where you can construct bridges using physics and a rather snarky AI who thrives on watching your bridges crumble spectacularly. It’s like *Portal*, but instead of battling your way through perilous puzzles with a portal gun, you’re just constructing bridges and hoping they stand up long enough to let a truck cross. Spoiler: They often don’t. But isn't chaos fun?

Gameplay

*Bridge Constructor Portal* invites you to dive into the nihilistic, wit-laden world of Aperture Laboratories, and your mission is simple—build bridges! Start by securing your foundations on predetermined spots (the few good builders in the universe get no respect) and stretch your engineering skills to the limit. Availing yourself of an array of tools, like struts and cables, you'll endeavor to span massive gaps, strong enough to handle the weight of trucks which will inevitably treat your creation as if it’s a trampoline. If that’s not daunting enough, you’ll also have to deal with the antics of GLaDOS, the sarcastic AI who provides commentary that’s equal parts hilarious and soul-crushing. Each level is a test of physics—use the different elements from the *Portal* series, such as propulsion and repulsion gels, to give your trucks a turbo boost or a nice little shove into a laser field. No pressure, though. It’s only the future of humanity at stake… or a few virtual trucks. Whichever.

Graphics

Now let’s talk about how this game looks. Spoiler: it’s pretty damn good. The graphics blend the slick, sterile environments of *Portal* with the vibrant and cartoonish style of the *Bridge Constructor* franchise. Sure, it’s not going to win any Oscars—in fact it’s not even in the running for Best Animated Feature—but there’s enough visual flair to make the destruction of your half-baked bridge all the more satisfying. Each collapse feels cinematic; it’s as if the universe is applauding your misguided ambition. Plus, that *Portal* aesthetic? Flowering tulips compared to the barren wasteland of what would be your actual attempts at bridge building.

Conclusion

In the end, if you fancy yourself the next great engineer, or you just like watching vehicles tumble from poorly constructed bridges (and let's be honest, who doesn’t?), then *Bridge Constructor Portal* should totally nab a spot on your console. It's charming, quirky and makes for some delightful frustration when things go south. GLaDOS would clearly prefer you to fail, but at least you're not trying to escape from her lair. So go ahead and jump into the world of bridge building. Who knows, you might actually make it to the other side. Or not. Either way, you're in for a good time.

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