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'''Portal Pinball by Multimorphic''' is a [[w:pinball|pinball]] machine developed by Multimorphic, Inc. for the [https://www.multimorphic.com/p3-pinball-platform/ P<sup>3</sup> Pinball Platform]. Based on the ''Portal'' series, it combines physical and digital gameplay elements.
[[File:Multimorphic Portal Pinball Machine.png|right|thumb|300px|The Portal Pinball P³ Module]]


The machine's playfield includes interactive components such as ten RGB-illuminated physical portals and six scoop portals. It is available in two [[#Editions|editions]]: Portal Standard and Portal Extended.
'''Portal Pinball''' is a licensed physical [[w:pinball|pinball]] game developed by Multimorphic, Inc. for the **P³ Pinball Platform**. Released in late 2024, the game is an official collaboration with **Valve**, featuring original voice acting, music, and assets from the ''Portal'' series.  


== Features ==
Unlike traditional mechanical pinball machines, ''Portal'' utilizes the P³’s modular technology, which combines a physical upper playfield with a dynamic 1080p floor display. This allows the game to simulate "portalling" the ball between different physical locations on the board—a mechanic central to the source material.
The pinball machine includes several key features inspired by the ''Portal'' universe:


* '''Playfield:''' Features 10 RGB illuminated portals and 6 scoop portals.
== Gameplay ==
* '''Upper Playfield Module:''' Includes a Companion Cube ball lock in the LOFT, an angled panel portal, an Aerial Faith Plate, portal-revealing ramps, a captive ball mechanism, a Turret Control Center scoop, and a rotating physical turret toy.
The game is structured around "**The Hub**," a central laboratory area from which players access various Test Chambers. Gameplay is characterized by high-flow shots and the "re-routing" of the ball through a network of 10 RGB-illuminated physical portals and 6 scoop portals.
* '''Portal Extended Features:''' Adds a dynamic "glass ramp," pedestal switches, an outer left orbit with a spinner, and a dynamic left flipper return facilitating Hard Light Bridge ball transfers.
* '''Test Chambers:''' Seven unique chambers to explore and complete.
* '''Objectives and Multiballs:''' Eight objectives and three stackable Multiball Modes in the Hub.


[[File:Multimorphic Portal Pinball Machine Upper Playfield.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Upper Playfield Module features]]
=== Test Chambers and Objectives ===
Players must progress through seven unique **Test Chambers**, each themed after iconic mechanics from the video games:
* '''Gels:''' Utilizing Propulsion, Repulsion, and Conversion gels to alter ball physics via the floor screen.
* '''Thermal Discouragement Beams:''' Using the flippers to redirect digital lasers into physical sensors.
* '''The Hub:''' A central mode where players must complete eight distinct objectives to unlock three stackable Multiball modes.


=== Editions ===
The ultimate "**Wizard Mode**" (the game's final challenge) requires the player to bypass Aperture's security protocols for a final confrontation with [[GLaDOS]].
[[File:Multimorphic Portal Pinball Machine Standard Playfield.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Portal Pinball Standard Edition Playfield]]
[[File:Multimorphic Portal Pinball Machine Extended Playfield.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Portal Pinball Extended Edition Playfield]]


* '''Portal Standard''': A 3-flipper configuration.
== Hardware and Editions ==
* '''Portal Extended''': A 4-flipper configuration that includes the "Portal module extension".
The game is sold as a modular kit that slides into the P³ cabinet. It is available in two distinct configurations:


[[File:Multimorphic Portal Pinball Machine Extension.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Portal module extension]]
{| class="wikitable" style="width:100%;"
! Feature !! Portal Standard !! Portal Extended
|-
| '''Flipper Count''' || 3 || 4
|-
| '''Ball Locks''' || Companion Cube LOFT || Companion Cube LOFT
|-
| '''Special Toys''' || Rotating Turret || Rotating Turret + Hard Light Bridge
|-
| '''Additional Mechanics''' || N/A || Physical Spinner, Gel Tube Kickback, Catwalks
|}


The ''Portal module extension'' extends gameplay with additional interactive elements, including decorated catwalks, a physical spinner, four physical targets, a third dynamic ramp, a hidden gel tube kickback and a [[Hard Light Bridge]].
=== The "LOFT" Upper Playfield ===
 
[[File:Multimorphic Portal Pinball Machine Upper Playfield.jpg|thumb|left|250px|The LOFT Module detail.]]
== Gameplay ==
Both editions feature a sophisticated upper playfield module. Key mechanical features include:
Gameplay centers around navigating "the Hub" and completing seven "Test Chambers". Players interact with various playfield elements to achieve objectives and trigger multiball modes. The ultimate goal is to complete all Test Chambers and confront [[GLaDOS]].
* '''Companion Cube Lock:''' A physical mechanism that "archives" the ball for multiball starts.
* '''Aerial Faith Plate:''' A high-powered diverter that launches the ball across the playfield.
* '''Sentry Turret:''' A motorized physical turret that tracks the ball's movement and "fires" using on-screen digital effects.


== Characters ==
== Audio and Production ==
The Portal Pinball machine features appearances and voice work from key characters in the ''Portal'' series:
To maintain the authenticity of the Aperture Science aesthetic, Multimorphic utilized original assets and voice talent.


* '''GLaDOS''': The central AI antagonist of the ''Portal'' series, voiced by [[Ellen McLain]]. She serves as the final challenge and provides commentary and taunts throughout the game.
* '''GLaDOS:''' [[Ellen McLain]] reprises her role, delivering context-specific taunts based on player performance and failure.
* '''Reggie''': A [[Core|personality core]] created specifically for ''Portal Pinball'', voiced by ''Marc Silk''. Reggie guides the player through the Hub and Test Chambers, offering objectives and encouragement.
* '''Reggie:''' A new [[Core|personality core]] voiced by Marc Silk. Reggie guides the player through the Hub and offers objectives.
* '''Soundtrack:''' Includes dynamic remixes of "Still Alive" and "Want You Gone" that shift in intensity based on game progress.


== External links ==
== External links ==
* [https://www.multimorphic.com/portal/ Portal on the Multimorphic website]
* [https://www.multimorphic.com/portal/ Official Portal Pinball Product Page]
* [https://p3-pinball.com/ P³ Platform Overview]


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The Portal Pinball P³ Module

Portal Pinball is a licensed physical pinball game developed by Multimorphic, Inc. for the **P³ Pinball Platform**. Released in late 2024, the game is an official collaboration with **Valve**, featuring original voice acting, music, and assets from the Portal series.

Unlike traditional mechanical pinball machines, Portal utilizes the P³’s modular technology, which combines a physical upper playfield with a dynamic 1080p floor display. This allows the game to simulate "portalling" the ball between different physical locations on the board—a mechanic central to the source material.

Gameplay

The game is structured around "**The Hub**," a central laboratory area from which players access various Test Chambers. Gameplay is characterized by high-flow shots and the "re-routing" of the ball through a network of 10 RGB-illuminated physical portals and 6 scoop portals.

Test Chambers and Objectives

Players must progress through seven unique **Test Chambers**, each themed after iconic mechanics from the video games:

  • Gels: Utilizing Propulsion, Repulsion, and Conversion gels to alter ball physics via the floor screen.
  • Thermal Discouragement Beams: Using the flippers to redirect digital lasers into physical sensors.
  • The Hub: A central mode where players must complete eight distinct objectives to unlock three stackable Multiball modes.

The ultimate "**Wizard Mode**" (the game's final challenge) requires the player to bypass Aperture's security protocols for a final confrontation with GLaDOS.

Hardware and Editions

The game is sold as a modular kit that slides into the P³ cabinet. It is available in two distinct configurations:

Feature Portal Standard Portal Extended
Flipper Count 3 4
Ball Locks Companion Cube LOFT Companion Cube LOFT
Special Toys Rotating Turret Rotating Turret + Hard Light Bridge
Additional Mechanics N/A Physical Spinner, Gel Tube Kickback, Catwalks

The "LOFT" Upper Playfield

The LOFT Module detail.

Both editions feature a sophisticated upper playfield module. Key mechanical features include:

  • Companion Cube Lock: A physical mechanism that "archives" the ball for multiball starts.
  • Aerial Faith Plate: A high-powered diverter that launches the ball across the playfield.
  • Sentry Turret: A motorized physical turret that tracks the ball's movement and "fires" using on-screen digital effects.

Audio and Production

To maintain the authenticity of the Aperture Science aesthetic, Multimorphic utilized original assets and voice talent.

  • GLaDOS: Ellen McLain reprises her role, delivering context-specific taunts based on player performance and failure.
  • Reggie: A new personality core voiced by Marc Silk. Reggie guides the player through the Hub and offers objectives.
  • Soundtrack: Includes dynamic remixes of "Still Alive" and "Want You Gone" that shift in intensity based on game progress.
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