Marvel Rivals vs Portal Stories: Mel

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Marvel Rivals vs Portal Stories: Mel — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Marvel Rivals Netease Portal Stories: Mel Prism Studios
Overview
Release Date December 6, 2024 June 25, 2015
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Teen
Developer NetEase Games Prism Studios
Publisher Netease Prism Studios
Official Site https://www.marvelrivals.com http://www.portalstories.com/
Gameplay
Genre Action Puzzle
Game Modes Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op Single-player
Perspective Third-person, 3D
Average Playtime 3 hours 2 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox PC, Apple Macintosh, Linux
Available On Epic Games Store, Xbox Store, PlayStation Store, Steam Steam
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS: Windows 10 64-bit (1909 or newer) Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD RX 580 / Intel Arc A380 DirectX: Version 12 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 70 GB available space Additional Notes: We recommend you install the game on SSD drive for better experience.
Recommended Requirements OS: Windows 10 64-bit (1909 or newer) Processor: Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (Super) / AMD RX 5700-XT / Intel Arc A750 DirectX: Version 12 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 70 GB available space Additional Notes: We recommend you install the game on SSD drive for better experience.
Critic & Community Scores
Community Rating 3.7 / 5 (119 ratings) 4.0 / 5 (214 ratings)

Marvel Rivals vs Portal Stories: Mel: which should you buy?

For Filipino buyers, the choice between Marvel Rivals and Portal Stories: Mel boils down to what you're after. Marvel Rivals is a modern, third-person action game with multiplayer and co-op modes—ideal if you want to team up with friends online. It has a Teen rating, supports PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, and requires a decent PC (min: GTX 1060, 16GB RAM, 70GB SSD). Its community rating is 3.7 out of 5. However, its high system demands and large install size may be a hurdle for budget gamers. Portal Stories: Mel is a single-player puzzle game that runs on older hardware (PC, Mac, Linux) and has a higher community rating of 4.0. It's perfect for those who enjoy clever, challenging puzzles and have a lower-end PC. Since both games have no listed price, cost cannot be compared directly. Overall, if you want a trendy multiplayer shooter with friends and have a powerful PC or console, go with Marvel Rivals. If you prefer a solo puzzle experience that works on modest systems, Portal Stories: Mel is the better pick.

Frequently asked questions

Which game has better community ratings?

Portal Stories: Mel has a higher community rating of 4.0 out of 5 (from 214 ratings) compared to Marvel Rivals' 3.7 out of 5 (from 119 ratings).

Which game requires a more powerful PC?

Marvel Rivals demands significantly more power, with minimum requirements including a GTX 1060, 16GB RAM, and 70GB of storage on an SSD. Portal Stories: Mel has no listed requirements but is an older game, so it likely runs on much weaker hardware.

Which game supports multiplayer or co-op?

Marvel Rivals features multiplayer, co-op, and online co-op modes. Portal Stories: Mel is strictly single-player with no multiplayer options.

Which game has longer average playtime?

Marvel Rivals has an average playtime of 3 hours, while Portal Stories: Mel has an average of 2 hours. However, Marvel Rivals is a multiplayer game, so playtime can vary greatly.