Comparison

Bridge Constructor Portal vs Modern Magic Ball

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bridge Constructor Portal

Construct bridges, ramps, and slides in a science lab environment. Utilize iconic gadgets like portals and gels to guide vehicles through challenging test chambers while avoiding hazards. Solve physics puzzles with guidance from a familiar AI.

Highlights
  • Bridge and ramp construction
  • Portal gadget integration
  • Physics-based puzzles
  • Hazard evasion
  • GLaDOS voice guidance
  • Test chamber challenges
Features
Currently charting
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Enter the Aperture Science Enrichment Center and experience Bridge Constructor Portal – the unique merging of the classic Portal™ and Bridge Constructor™ games. As a new employee in the Aperture Science test lab, it's your job to build bridges, ramps, slides, and other constructions in 60 test chambers and get the Bendies safely across the finish line in their vehicles. Make use of the many Portal gadgets, like portals, propulsion gel, repulsion gel, aerial faith plates, cubes, and more to bypass the sentry turrets, acid pools and laser barriers, solve switch puzzles, and make it through the test chambers unscathed. Let Ellen McLain, the original voice of GLaDOS, guide you through the tutorial, and learn all the tips and tricks that make a true Aperture Science employee. The bridge is a lie! Features: - The merging of two worlds: the first Bridge Constructor™ with an official Portal™ license - Create complex constructions in the Aperture Science labs - Let GLaDOS accompany you through tricky physics adventures - Use portals, aerial faith plates, propulsion gel, repulsion gel, and much more to master the complicated tasks - Evade dangers such as sentry turrets, emancipation grills, laser fields, and acid - Help your Bendies cross the finish line – on their own or in a convoy PORTAL PROFICIENCY DLC Bridge Constructor Portal receives a fresh DLC as hot as a potato: Portal Proficiency Return to the Aperture Science Enrichment Center and experience a brand-new challenge. Finally, you are now able to not only construct bridges, but you can even place portals yourself! It’s just like the real thing! Face up to 30 brain-teasing, remarkably unsafe test chambers in three chapters. Create insane constructions and decide where to place portals to show if you really are proficient in working with Portals. Only the bravest and smartest participants will succeed and receive the Golden Condolence Letter. Features • New Aperture Science test series with 30 brand new, brain-teasing levels • New feature: place the portals in the new test chambers yourself!

About

Modern Magic Ball

This app provides answers to your questions and helps with decision-making. It features voice and text input, multi-language support, and customizable response sets. Enjoy a fun and engaging experience with achievements and personalization options.

Highlights
  • Voice and text input
  • Multi-language support (15 languages)
  • Customizable response sets
  • Shake to get answers
  • Achievement system
  • Theme and icon customization
  • Game controller support
Features
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Modern Magic Ball is the ultimate decision-making tool. It was built to run fast, be fun, bring people together, and be easy to use. Features: Multi-Language Support Magic Ball can respond in 12 different languages. Now everyone can get a response. Speak to Magic Ball Ask questions using only your voice, now it's a truly modern decision-making tool. Fast and Lightweight So you can have more apps on your device. Built with iOS Design Guidelines in Mind So it feels like home. Shake to Tell Future Just shake your device to use the Magic Ball. Complete Achievements Complete achievements to work your way up the ranks and become a Master Magic Baller. Customization Change the theme of the Magic Ball to a solid color, pick your own image, or pick from a great selection of included images. The app icon may also be changed to one of many different colors. Response Topics Magic Ball has many different sets of responses. They include: Classic, Modern, Rude, Songs, Fast Food Places, Stores, or Video Games! Some can even be customized to your liking. Type to Magic Ball Ask questions using your keyboard, some questions even give you a special response! Enhanced Accessibility Larger Text support, Smart Invert support, VoiceOver support, & more. Custom Response Sets Decide your own fate and create Custom Response Sets! You can add as many responses as you’d like to the app! You can also insert any of the response topics intro your custom sets. Discover New Songs Find new songs with the Songs response topic. All the songs are handpicked and new songs are added regularly. Game Controller Support Use your favorite controller to use the Magic Ball! Languages Magic Ball Can Respond In: English, Spanish, Russian, Tagalog, German, French, Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified), Romanian, Ukrainian, Dutch, Esperanto, Pig Latin, and Pirate.

Screenshots

Bridge Constructor Portal4 screens
Modern Magic Ball4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Modern Magic Ball at none against Bridge Constructor Portal's 1. Modern Magic Ball also leads on chart position (#18 vs #198) and device support (6 vs 3). Bridge Constructor Portal's advantage is ratings volume (4.1K vs 379). On rating, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Bridge Constructor Portal costs $1.99 and Modern Magic Ball $0.99 up front. Bridge Constructor Portal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Modern Magic Ball asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bridge Constructor Portal holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bridge Constructor Portal has 4.1K ratings behind it against 379, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Bridge Constructor Portal's written reviews are positive against 81% of Modern Magic Ball's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Bridge Constructor Portal versus Modern Magic Ball: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBridge Constructor PortalModern Magic Ball
Price$1.99$0.99 — better
Rating4.8 (4.1K ratings) — better4.6 (379 ratings)
Positive reviews84.5% of reviews — better81.4% of reviews
Number of ratings4.1K — better379
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#198#18 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size196 MB89 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHeadup GmbHHayden Watson

Customer experience

Bridge Constructor Portal

All ratings4,075 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews670 reviews
Positive84.5%
Neutral6.1%
Negative9.4%

Modern Magic Ball

All ratings373 ratings
Positive90.1%
Neutral4.3%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews118 reviews
Positive81.4%
Neutral9.3%
Negative9.3%

User reviews

Bridge Constructor Portal

From 4.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent physics engine
  • 👍 Engaging Portal-themed puzzles
  • 😄 Hilarious GlaDOS commentary
  • 🤖 Seamless integration of Portal elements
  • 💰 Good value for money

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional save data loss issues
  • 🤔 Difficulty ramps up too quickly
  • 🕹️ Controls can be finicky on smaller screens
  • 🎨 Lack of customization options

Modern Magic Ball

From 379 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Customizable and feature-rich
  • 👍 Nostalgic and fun experience
  • 💡 Innovative features like custom responses
  • 🤖 Accurate and responsive
  • 🎨 Variety of themes and customization options

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🔌 Limited Apple Watch integration
  • 🌐 Lack of language support
  • 📱 Compatibility issues on some devices

Bugs and requests

Bridge Constructor Portal

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Ads appearing in paid version
  • Inconsistent performance on older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Level editor and custom level sharing
  • Leaderboards and challenge modes
  • Ability to skip tutorial levels
  • Cloud sync support for cross-device progress

Modern Magic Ball

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on certain devices
  • Compatibility issues with older devices
  • Spelling errors in some responses

Requested features

4 requests
  • Interactive widget for the Apple Watch
  • More language support
  • Improved Apple Watch integration
  • Ability to save and share custom responses

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Bridge Constructor Portal

One-time1
  • Portal Proficiency$1.99
None

Modern Magic Ball

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bridge Constructor Portal free?
Bridge Constructor Portal costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Modern Magic Ball free?
Modern Magic Ball costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Bridge Constructor Portal or Modern Magic Ball?
Bridge Constructor Portal is rated higher. Bridge Constructor Portal averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.1K ratings, while Modern Magic Ball averages 4.6 from 379 ratings.
Do Bridge Constructor Portal or Modern Magic Ball have ads?
Neither Bridge Constructor Portal nor Modern Magic Ball shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bridge Constructor Portal or Modern Magic Ball?
Bridge Constructor Portal ships an update every 2 months, and Modern Magic Ball every 2 months. Most recently, Bridge Constructor Portal was updated on November 6, 2026 and Modern Magic Ball on November 6, 2026.
Which is more popular, Bridge Constructor Portal or Modern Magic Ball?
Bridge Constructor Portal currently peaks at #198 in the App Store charts, and Modern Magic Ball at #18. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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