Playing Portal in augmented reality seems like a mighty fun time

If you are not yet convinced that augmented reality is something to get behind, let this demo of Portal on Microsoft’s HoloLens headset change your mind. Created by Kenny W., a developer who regularly shares his AR-based projects on YouTube, the video shows you what it’s like to play the classic puzzle adventure in mixed reality.

The demo comes complete with a Companion Cube that you, thankfully, do not have to toss in an incinerator. Rather, you can shoot orange-and-blue portals on any surface, drop the cube into them, and watch as it teleports around your house. The cube even recognizes a flight of stairs and falls down appropriately.

Unfortunately, the demo stops shy of allowing you to walk through walls or jump through ceilings. I certainly wouldn’t be mad if Valve is inspired to remake Portal in AR — just give me some time to find a cool $3,000 to get myself some HoloLens first.