Blood and Bacon vs Portal Stories: Mel
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Blood and Bacon vs Portal Stories: Mel — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Blood and Bacon Grunge Games | Portal Stories: Mel Prism Studios |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | February 1, 2016 | June 25, 2015 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | BIG | Prism Studios |
| Publisher | Grunge Games | Prism Studios |
| Official Site | — | http://www.portalstories.com/ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Casual | Puzzle |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op, Online Multiplayer | Single-player |
| Perspective | First-person | — |
| Average Playtime | 3 hours | 2 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC | PC, Apple Macintosh, Linux |
| Available On | Steam | Steam |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | OS: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and up Processor: 1.2 GHz Pentium 4 Minimum Memory: 600 MB RAM Graphics: Shader Model 3.0, Direct3D , Hardware Acceleration DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 300 MB available space Sound Card: Sound Card is Required or Virtual Sound Card Additional Notes: Supports Multiple Resolutions and AA Settings | — |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 3.1 / 5 (115 ratings) | 4.0 / 5 (214 ratings) |
Blood and Bacon vs Portal Stories: Mel: which should you buy?
For a Filipino buyer seeking a versatile and social gamer experience on a budget, Blood and Bacon is the better choice. At 3 hours of average playtime, it offers a casual yet engaging mix of action, adventure, and multiplayer gameplay with support for single-player, multiplayer, co-op, and online modes. It runs on PC via Steam with minimum requirements including Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and up, 1.2 GHz Pentium 4 processor, 600 MB RAM, 300 MB storage, Shader Model 3.0, Direct3D, Hardware Acceleration, DirectX 10, and a sound card or virtual sound card. The game supports multiple resolutions and AA settings, making it practical for various setups. In contrast, Portal Stories: Mel is a 2-hour puzzle game with only single-player mode, higher community rating (4.0 vs 3.1), but limited platforms (PC, Apple Macintosh, Linux) and no multiplayer features. Blood and Bacon’s broader genre, higher playtime, and wider platform support—including Steam—give it greater practicality and value for Filipino players who want both variety and accessibility. Portal Stories: Mel lacks the depth and social engagement needed for daily gaming sessions, making Blood and Bacon the superior for those who values gameplay variety, multiplayer interaction, and broad system compatibility.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy these games in the Philippines?
Both games are available on Steam.