When you've completed the game, you can start a new playthrough with developer commentary enabled. If you haven't beaten the game, be warned that some commentary may spoil puzzle solutions.
In this chamber, you'll find a commentary node from:
Chris Chin, designer
Where is the node?
Right in front of your face as you leave the elevator and enter the chamber.
A screenshot of the node's location is provided beneath its transcript.
Node transcript
[Chris Chin] Player training doesn't always stick, especially after the introduction of a big, new concept. For instance, after they'd acquired the fully powered portal device, playtesters often forgot about the fling maneuver. Since it's such an important skill, this puzzle is designed to reintroduce the idea of flinging.
Guide help
This is the low-spoiler guide for "Developer Commentary for Chamber 12" puzzle in Portal. Unlike in normal walkthrough, you get gradual hints on how to solve the puzzle. Click the big button below to see your first hint. If the hint contains a spoiler, you will be warned about it before clicking.
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