Portal: Learn Board Games

Portal is the fastest way to learn a new board game.
Forget spending the first hour of game night buried in a rulebook. Portal gets you set up and playing in minutes with interactive walkthroughs, game night features, and a voice assistant that knows the rules for hundreds of your favorite games.

How It Works
• Choose a game from your library of over 150+ supported titles.
• Already have a BGG library? Import it right away!
• Every game has setup instructions to get started.
• Ask Portal any rule question that comes up during play for an instant answer.
• After the game, log your scores and winner on the custom digital score sheet.

Master Any Rulebook
Portal is your personal rules expert, always on hand to help you learn board games and keep the action moving. No more pausing the game to search through pages of text. Get instant, accurate answers so you can play with confidence and teach others without hesitation.
• Get started quickly with interactive walkthroughs for every game.
• Ask questions using voice chat, like "What happens when I roll a 7 in Catan?", and get an immediate, clear answer.
• Settle rule debates instantly by getting official clarifications from the source rulebook.
• Teach new players with ease using smart, guided explanations that break down complex mechanics.
• Add new games to the app in seconds via our website, as long as you have the rulebook PDF.

Organize the Perfect Game Night
Planning a get-together should be as fun as playing the games. Portal gives you all the tools you need to organize your events, from sending invites to creating the perfect atmosphere. It's the ultimate companion for any host looking to create a memorable experience.
• Build and manage your personal board game library to track what you own and want to play.
• Send out game night invites and manage your guest list directly from the app.
• Let your friends vote on which game to play ahead of time, ensuring everyone is excited for the choice.
• Set the mood by pairing your game session with curated playlists and smart lighting integrations.
• Make every game night easier for you and more enjoyable for your friends.

This is how you learn board games as a group.

Track Your Gaming Legacy
Every game tells a story of strategy, luck, and friendly competition. Portal helps you record it all, from epic wins to narrow defeats. Track your stats, see your progress, and share your gaming history with friends. A great way to learn board games is to see how your strategy improves over time.
• Log every play session with details on players, final scores, and the declared winner.
• Use detailed, custom score sheets with automatic tallying for all 150+ supported games.
• View your complete play history to see trends, track your win rates, and relive your best moments.
• Connect with friends to view their gaming activity and compare stats for some friendly competition.
• Have a permanent, organized record of your tabletop adventures, all in one place.

Community and Discovery
The world of board games is vast and always growing. Portal not only helps you learn board games you already own but also connects you with the community to find new ones to love. See what others are playing and easily expand your own collection.
• Discover new and interesting games recommended by the board gaming community.
• See what games your friends are playing and get inspired for your next purchase or game night.
• Build a comprehensive digital shelf that reflects your tastes and tabletop journey.
• Compare your stats with friends and see how your gaming habits stack up.

Portal is for the dedicated host running a smooth game night, the new player intimidated by thick rulebooks, and any group of friends that wants to spend more time playing and less time deciphering rules. The app is completely free to use.

Spend less time reading and more time playing.