The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 893 Ratings

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  1. Yiordanu
    Sep 9, 2023
    8
    A video game that, once you understand what its creator intended to convey, you simply can't stop playing. It's filled with combinations, items, and ways to approach each session that never seem to bore you. It offers a demanding yet progressive difficulty that adjusts to your level as you progress. In summary, a game brimming with possibilities, offering entirely distinct sessions each time.
  2. endergunayu
    Aug 25, 2023
    8
    Rebirth is one of the best Rogue-Likes I've played because I could hardly find the variety in the game in any game.Good story btw
  3. LambdaLocator
    Jul 21, 2023
    10
    A rouge-like masterpiece with practically endless content. If you're into rouge-likes this is a must play!
  4. randomguy0920
    Jul 2, 2023
    10
    This was the first game that i got on steam and to the day i still play it. The game is in my opinion the best roguelike title to the date, it tremendously improves the firts game but keeps the style and playability of it.
  5. beastickjoe
    Mar 15, 2023
    6
    To me, the binding of Isaac is incredibly overrated. I love roguelikes but this game didn't make me want to come back to it like most other roguelikes I enjoyed. The game is well made but lacks that certain element that really engrosses you. I find the semi-religious story very interesting but it isn't implemented super hard within the game. Most will probably like it but for me I wasn'tTo me, the binding of Isaac is incredibly overrated. I love roguelikes but this game didn't make me want to come back to it like most other roguelikes I enjoyed. The game is well made but lacks that certain element that really engrosses you. I find the semi-religious story very interesting but it isn't implemented super hard within the game. Most will probably like it but for me I wasn't a huge fan.… Expand
  6. Asparz
    Mar 12, 2023
    0
    overrated as **** ㅤ
  7. 3ls0ul
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  8. Spered
    Feb 28, 2023
    8
    A game that everyone should buy.
    Lots of tools that make each game different from the last run, also the more you go on with the game the more tools you unlock, making the gameplay even more varied. Is all this not enough for you? There are tons of mods to make the game even more varied.
    In short, it's a game that is worth more than the money spent to get it, so it's a must buy.
  9. Koruch
    Feb 8, 2023
    9
    Time played: 15h
    Max from average FPS: 60 (locked)
    https://youtu.be/J2xIhlsngc0
  10. Alvelian
    Jan 13, 2023
    10
    Лучший рогалик ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  11. tiago1243
    Dec 22, 2022
    10
    llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll
  12. CoolBR
    Nov 8, 2022
    8
    For me, it is the best roguelike game ever.

    It has a terrifying story and at the same time very good and intriguing. The way the story mix religious aspects like the Seven Deadly Sins, Devils, and Angels are phenomenal. The soundtrack is also excellent. The gameplay is the best part, each new item you get can change completely the gameplay, so every single match on this game feels    For me, it is the best roguelike game ever.

    It has a terrifying story and at the same time very good and intriguing. The way the story mix religious aspects like the Seven Deadly Sins, Devils, and Angels are phenomenal.

    The soundtrack is also excellent.

    The gameplay is the best part, each new item you get can change completely the gameplay, so every single match on this game feels different. It is insane how you can play this game for months and never get tired of it.    … Expand
  13. Masis
    Oct 29, 2022
    10
    My favourite of the rogue-like genre, Binding of Isaac keeps you playing with new unlockables all of the time. These unlockables number in the 100's which results in hours upon hours of content.
  14. bluecheese666
    Oct 22, 2022
    9
    an interesting game, I couldn’t go through to the end, it’s very difficult, it didn’t capture my nerves
  15. coso132
    Oct 16, 2022
    9
    Essential roguelike game, would rate it a 10 if only the latest dlc didnt mess up the balance a little to much for my own liking
  16. Gliphy
    Oct 7, 2022
    9
    Великолепнейший рогалик. Король рогаликов. Самое большое разнообразие. Обожаю Айзека, но с каждой итерацией он становился менее... выверенным, что ли. Rebirth — это предел мечтаний, Afterbirth добавил Hush, Afterbirth+... добавил множество бесполезных предметов, а вот Repentance чувствуется совсем не как Айзек. Может быть я выгорел, но мое мнение таково.Великолепнейший рогалик. Король рогаликов. Самое большое разнообразие. Обожаю Айзека, но с каждой итерацией он становился менее... выверенным, что ли. Rebirth — это предел мечтаний, Afterbirth добавил Hush, Afterbirth+... добавил множество бесполезных предметов, а вот Repentance чувствуется совсем не как Айзек. Может быть я выгорел, но мое мнение таково.
  17. urgaan
    Sep 4, 2022
    10
    Visual: 9/10 game looks visually unique and consistent
    Audio: 9/10 good sound design
    Gameplay: 10/10 There aren't enough words to describe how good this gameplay loop is.

    Recommend?: yes, this is the GOAT of roguelikes and the genre defining game. There is so much depth and nuance to your decision making and build choice. The characters feel unique and fun/challenging. Play this game.
  18. TheDuner13
    Aug 6, 2022
    9
    gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood
  19. Nicominde
    Jul 4, 2022
    8
    Random and great, wasted too many hours repeating, getting better and more powerdul everytime.
  20. Elos1
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    good game i liked the locations gameplay too good story also not bad i also liked the bosses in this game
  21. DreamDays
    Jun 14, 2022
    10
    The replayability and builds that you make every single run of this game is literally so fun, and the genre is all about this. So its one of the masterpieces of its genre. The items that changes your character's look is literally the cherry on top.
  22. BetaBob
    Jun 13, 2022
    9
    Very nice game its a lot of fun it has a lot of stuff to do and its just 15$ for 500+ hours of fun
  23. Jabbawockee
    May 7, 2022
    8
    This game improves pretty much everything compared to the original, the art-style has become iconic and the gameplay is enjoyable. While I am not a huge fan of rogue-likes in general, the aesthetics and diversity of this game's design has kept me coming back throughout the years to give it another shot again and again, as of now I have completed a run with every character, which is aThis game improves pretty much everything compared to the original, the art-style has become iconic and the gameplay is enjoyable. While I am not a huge fan of rogue-likes in general, the aesthetics and diversity of this game's design has kept me coming back throughout the years to give it another shot again and again, as of now I have completed a run with every character, which is a credit to how much the game is rewarding to complete, sufficiently challenging and most certainly replayable.… Expand
  24. MetalRobot69
    Apr 26, 2022
    9
    For me, it is the best roguelike game ever.

    It has a terrifying story and at the same time very good and intriguing. The way the story mix religious aspects like the Seven Deadly Sins, Devils, and Angels are phenomenal. The soundtrack is also excellent. The gameplay is the best part, each new item you get can change completely the gameplay, so every single match on this game feels    For me, it is the best roguelike game ever.

    It has a terrifying story and at the same time very good and intriguing. The way the story mix religious aspects like the Seven Deadly Sins, Devils, and Angels are phenomenal.

    The soundtrack is also excellent.

    The gameplay is the best part, each new item you get can change completely the gameplay, so every single match on this game feels different. It is insane how you can play this game for months and never get tired of it.    … Expand
  25. LeFlatBear
    Mar 13, 2022
    9
    The music could have been better. A LOT better.

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  26. average_gamer23
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    I like this roguelike game specifically. good game. recommended? yes. should you buy it? yes. am i a professional? no.
  27. Hatters
    Mar 10, 2022
    9
    Definitely the go-to Roguelike for people trying to get into them, teaches players the fundamentals of a Roguelike as a whole. Amazing.
  28. ErixKing
    Mar 7, 2022
    3
    Le doy 3 puntitos por la gente que le gusta, si se que tiene muchos fans pero la verdad a mi me parecio totalmente monotono y aburrido
  29. ComfyChriis
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    The Binding of Isaac is THE best Rouge Like game out there.

    It is a long game with a lot of content, like a ton of content that you unlock over time. At first, it can all become overwhelming, all the different enemies and items. You don't know what they do, but you will learn all that in the course of the game. Sometimes one game can end in a second and in another one it can last    The Binding of Isaac is THE best Rouge Like game out there.

    It is a long game with a lot of content, like a ton of content that you unlock over time.

    At first, it can all become overwhelming, all the different enemies and items. You don't know what they do, but you will learn all that in the course of the game.

    Sometimes one game can end in a second and in another one it can last 30 min.

    Don't let your bad runs disencourage you from playing more, it will get better.

    Concluding:

    The Binding of Isaac has unique pixel graphics and great game design.

    It is fun to play and has lots of content for one to experience.

    Definitely a great buy    … Expand
  30. Shedfreak
    Feb 28, 2022
    9
    The infinite game that will drain your life from all your time in the epic quest to gain all the check marks for your characters, this game is often associated with poop but it's not a negative trust me, you will swim in poop, and you'll enjoy it.
  31. StarkAgentos
    Feb 24, 2022
    5
    Я не продержался и 15 минут. Слишком хардкорный рогалик.
  32. D3liri0us
    Feb 15, 2022
    0
    Hands down the best game in its genre.Endless replayability,challenging,and fun.700 hours in,not stopping anytime soon.
  33. IdleSpace
    Feb 5, 2022
    9
    Лучший рогалик с контентом на 700 часов.
    Тут можно придраться лишь к одному - музыка во флеш версии была лучше, но это субъективщина.
  34. UrbanEelf
    Jan 18, 2022
    8
    what are we talkin about basically one of the best games ever made!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  35. Wondux
    Jan 3, 2022
    8
    Binding of Isaac is the only game with roguelike elements that I came to like. The art style is amazing. The battles are very engaging. If you have a good combination of powerups the game becomes extremely satisfying. I love the variety of bosses and monsters. I love how there are many playable characters that you have to unlock. I like how there is a completionist aspect of the game whereBinding of Isaac is the only game with roguelike elements that I came to like. The art style is amazing. The battles are very engaging. If you have a good combination of powerups the game becomes extremely satisfying. I love the variety of bosses and monsters. I love how there are many playable characters that you have to unlock. I like how there is a completionist aspect of the game where a new sketch is drawn on paper when you kill each boss etc.
    However, I am not the biggest fan of this genre and this game was usually a time-killer for me. I would prefer to invest my time more in story-based games. Still, the best time killer I have ever had with 130h playtime.    … Expand
  36. vova22379
    Dec 8, 2021
    5
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  37. Tainted_Serene
    Nov 16, 2021
    9
    The only thing that disappoints me is the soundtrack. Danny B and mudeth are too good. But other than that, I say it's a very good rogue-like game. With Repentance which adds some Antibirth (one of the best non-official contents) stuff, it's just getting better and better.

    Still I want the Eternal Mode from original game.
  38. Kelen
    Oct 9, 2021
    8
    8/10 - Very good
    (after 23 hours of playing)

    Unique, a bit disturbing atmosphere. It's difficult, requires a lot of dexterity, but it is very fun to play and very addictive
  39. tommydlbass
    Sep 19, 2021
    8
    One of the best indie games ever made. It's fun and you have to spend tons of hours to just unlock all the items and characters. The dlc's add more content and it's worth it. It could be better? Sure, but it's nearly perfect. The game is based on the RNG so you are not always on control, but it's one of the fetaures of this kind of games.
    Edit: after playing a few more roguelite games, I    One of the best indie games ever made. It's fun and you have to spend tons of hours to just unlock all the items and characters. The dlc's add more content and it's worth it. It could be better? Sure, but it's nearly perfect. The game is based on the RNG so you are not always on control, but it's one of the fetaures of this kind of games.
    Edit: after playing a few more roguelite games, I think this one has a lot of room to improve and overall i have to change the score to an 8/10. I no longer think is the best of the genere but is a good game if you can overcome the amount of nonsense and info the game force you to learn.    … Expand
  40. KepasaAmigo
    Jul 16, 2021
    9
    Almost a perfect game. the best roguelike that i played. it holds u for hours. ultra fun 9/10
  41. Tromble
    Jun 30, 2021
    9
    This is the most complete and expansive remake I have ever had the pleasure of playing.
  42. Estro
    May 29, 2021
    10
    I love the original flash game and although it has a lot of bugs and flaws I still play it very often, that being said this game is sooo much more and sooo much better! it added a lot of new items, bosses, floors, final bosses, characters, bug fixes, etc, etc.
  43. T2KUri
    May 9, 2021
    5
    The truth is, the game is quite good, the setting and gameplay is quite interesting and entertaining. The only bad point that I see in the game is a lot of Monstro
  44. Andromeda707
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    9.1/10
    Несколько недель назад, когда я пытался ознакомиться с Wrath of the Lamb, я допустил одну непростительную ошибку: запустил Rebirth "просто попробовать". После этого возвращаться в оригинального Айзека мне просто напросто не захотелось, да оно и не нужно, потому что Rebirth для меня оказался образчиком просто идеального ремейка, который, как не странно, заставляет вспоминать об    9.1/10
    Несколько недель назад, когда я пытался ознакомиться с Wrath of the Lamb, я допустил одну непростительную ошибку: запустил Rebirth "просто попробовать". После этого возвращаться в оригинального Айзека мне просто напросто не захотелось, да оно и не нужно, потому что Rebirth для меня оказался образчиком просто идеального ремейка, который, как не странно, заставляет вспоминать об оригинале только ностальгирующих олдфагов, которым я, конечно, немножко завидую, ведь они смогли прикоснуться к этому инди-шедевру ещё за 10 лет до меня.
    Макмиллен и Nicalis, как говорится, из хорошей игры сделали идеальную, и данный ремейк на самом деле действительно ощущается новой игрой (и даже можно понять многих людей, которые в своё время были недовольны этим ремейком), ведь она не только обрела абсолютно новый (и на мой взгляд - просто потрясающий) визуальный стиль, но и сменила движок, а также приобрела массу нового контента, который является ключевым для игры подобного жанра. Удивительно, что для того, чтобы "осовременить" визуальный стиль и сделать его более дорогим и стильным (простите за тавтологию), нужно сделать его в формате пиксель-арта. В этом вся прелесть игровой инди-индустрии 21 века.
    Про саму же игру можно сказать многое, но основные эмоции я уже описал в короткой рецензии на оригинал: игра представляет собой эталонный рогалик (а точнее, rogue-like), создавая для игрока в каждом прохождении уникальный опыт, который не может повториться из-за огромного количества контента и желания добиться победы любой ценой, даже при неудачном стечении обстоятельств и полном невезении. По моим ощущениям, ремейк стал немного проще, тем самым став более дружелюбным для среднестатистического игрока вроде меня. Тем не менее, и уникальных достижений и челленджей здесь настолько много, что и любители хардкора могут застрять в этой игре очень надолго. Также пару слов хотел написать о очень важной для меня теме - о саундтреке. Безусловно, оригинальный саундтрек Дэнни Барановски был очень атмосферным, даже в некотором смысле таинственным, ethereal так сказать, но и саундтрек от Ridiculon мне показался очень подходящим, цепляющим за нужные ниточки. Музыка стала более густой, намного более индустриальной, создающее правильное настроение для игры в подобную игру, и что самое важное - весь этот индастриал и дарк эмбиент не перестаёт надоедать.    … Expand
  45. Eja91
    Apr 17, 2021
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played! It makes so much fun and no run is like the other! I'm addicted
  46. noxrain
    Apr 9, 2021
    9
    A great game! It can be very frustrating and sometimes unrewarding but I think it's so well thought out mechanically wise, that it grows on you quickly. I am deducting one point because of some balancing issues and the fairly high RNG factor which I am not the biggest fan of! But a must-play nonetheless.
  47. LeFlatBear123
    Mar 16, 2021
    10
    buy the game................................................................
  48. Ilmu011
    Feb 12, 2021
    9
    The father of all that is roguelike.

    You can say about this game what you want.

    The sheer amount of items, synergies and things to discover make this one of the best roguelike games of all time.

    The game does have its problems, such as item bloat and whatnot, but if you do enjoy roguelikes in any way, this is a must-have

    Playtime at review: 700 hours
  49. cmp
    Feb 8, 2021
    10
    original, there are millions of items and characters that you will never unlock, it's a bit complicated but it's engaging.
  50. prussii
    Dec 31, 2020
    10
    This game introduced me to the roguelike genre. It has so much content, secrets, combinations of items. The progress in this game is so satisfying. At the beginning you struggle to get to the 1st boss, then to beat him, etc. and after dozens of hours its just bread and butter to you. 10/10
  51. Garybaldo
    Dec 22, 2020
    9
    Very fun game with high replayability and a very challenging gameplay. Ideal for completionists too.
  52. Paradisey
    Dec 19, 2020
    9
    hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
  53. Kujin
    Dec 3, 2020
    7
    This game is an actively frustrating, clunky and poorly thought-out mess, elevating itself through it's style, it's myriad of items that change the way you play and a weird atmosphere, feeling disgustingly dark and hilarious all at once. Since it came out the roguelike/roguelite genre grew far beyond Isaac, but this game is ultimately a fun and unique experience, and everyone should try it out.
  54. Oshiri_Maeda
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    F*cking GEM! I did not expect to sink a hundred hours in such a simple looking game :D
  55. Revon
    Oct 18, 2020
    9
    This game is simply incredible and you should try it. I hate the theme and art design but I cant stop playing.
  56. GamePlayer77
    Sep 19, 2020
    7
    I got interested in this game from Youtube videos and my friends, and I have to say, it's great fun. The amount of content in this game will make you put hours upon hours into it. Unfortunately, parts of the game can get repetitive, but other than that, it is definitely worth a buy.
  57. LironesAlviento
    Aug 2, 2020
    8
    Original, desafiante y muy divertido, un juego indie que me ha gustado mucho.
  58. PanMrkvicka
    May 23, 2020
    9
    improved first one and truly amazing with a lot of content and amazing gameplay.
  59. RichSwish
    May 2, 2020
    9
    Great game, great rogue-lite game, and very addicting. Gameplay pretty good, very few to no bugs, and dlcs are great adding more of everything, and with mods it gets even better.
  60. JonsGone
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    How do i stop playing ?
    This has to be one of the games i've played most and i'm still kinda bad at it.
    Seems simple on the surface but has unfathomable depths to it.
    Items descriptions are cryptic at best sometimes.
    Strong barrier to entry but once you're in, you can't get out.
  61. abcdefgg11
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    Horas y horas de diversión, no hay dos partidas iguales, la ambientación y el sentido del humor del autor son inigualables.

    Uno de los mejores de su género.
  62. Shimmeywill
    Feb 26, 2020
    9
    An addicting title with fantastic art and wonderful music. Many hours to be had with a simple but thoroughly entertaining title.
  63. NotBanMePLZ
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра жанра рогалик. Тысячи, а то и десятки тысяч различных комбинаций, каждая игра для тебя играется по новому. Ну тупа крута классна ну короче вы поняли.
  64. SilverOrlov
    Nov 30, 2019
    0
    I know that a lot of people liked the game. I watched and read reviews before the game, so I know and why all these people liked it ... but since this is my rating for my taste: This game is terrible ... all the meaning and surroundings that the author gave to the environment of Isaac, it was just disgusting. In all other aspects, if you are not repelled or vice versa, if you think that itI know that a lot of people liked the game. I watched and read reviews before the game, so I know and why all these people liked it ... but since this is my rating for my taste: This game is terrible ... all the meaning and surroundings that the author gave to the environment of Isaac, it was just disgusting. In all other aspects, if you are not repelled or vice versa, if you think that it is interesting and/or funny, you can try to play it.… Expand
  65. COTOR
    Jul 24, 2019
    10
    Most impressive and Replayable rogue-like game.
    300+ hours on this moment.
    Must play for ALL!
  66. RoamGod
    Feb 23, 2019
    9
    Плачу в подвале уже почти 3 года.
    Из за Айзека я бы никогда бы не начал играть в рогалики.
    Айзек это просто батя всех рогаликов.
  67. vampireboar
    Jan 29, 2019
    9
    The new art style and music are wonderful, it runs better than the original and the new content is fun. A great game!
  68. MatikTV
    Oct 25, 2018
    8
    This game is cool, but very sad. If you will spend more than 2 hours in it you will probably get depression.
  69. killer1237
    Oct 24, 2018
    9
    If you liked the original, you'll like this one 10 times more. At first glance, it seems like a short game until you realize all of the new areas you can unlock, different endings you can get, secrets you can uncover, and devastating powers you can get.
  70. chovarav
    May 19, 2018
    8
    Es un juego muy adictivo, con muchas cosas que hacer; un claro ejemplo de fácil de usar, difícil de dominar: entender sus mecánicas es sencillo, pero se profundiza mucho en como usarlas a lo largo de los niveles.
    El diseño de niveles es muy básico, vas avanzando de sala a sala hasta encontrarte con el jefe al que matás y luego se abre una trampilla a un sótano más profundo, por lo que se    Es un juego muy adictivo, con muchas cosas que hacer; un claro ejemplo de fácil de usar, difícil de dominar: entender sus mecánicas es sencillo, pero se profundiza mucho en como usarlas a lo largo de los niveles.
    El diseño de niveles es muy básico, vas avanzando de sala a sala hasta encontrarte con el jefe al que matás y luego se abre una trampilla a un sótano más profundo, por lo que se repite el proceso, hasta llegar al jefe final, éste jefe puede variar, dependiendo del camino que hayas elegido durante la partida.
    Lo que lo hace tan adictivo es el factor sorpresa, debido a que cada partida es diferente, con bases diferentes, salas diferentes y por supuesto, enemigos diferentes.
    Enfatizo en los jefes, que son de lo mejor del juego, muy originales todos, con una estética turbia.
    Si le doy un 8 es porque el juego tiene muchos fallos, sobre todo en pc, que en muchas computadoras el juego no inicia, se crashea muy seguido o tiene ralentizaciones cuando hay muchos enemigos, pero aún así no explica esas caídas de fps, (el juego tiene gráficos pixelados, la gracia de éste es su apartado artístico pixel-art de antaño).    … Expand
  71. ChosenUndead99
    Apr 29, 2018
    9
    My favourite of the rogue-like genre, Binding of Isaac keeps you playing with new unlockables all of the time. These unlockables number in the 100's which results in hours upon hours of content.
  72. Feels64
    Apr 20, 2018
    10
    I've played near a thousand hours of this game. I can complete a almost any run I start. There is so much learning to it. "What does this item do with this item? "What does this room do?" "When should I use this item?" At the start you will die constantly, you will not complete your first run so don't expect to. I suggest using a controller, but keyboard is viable. You can enable mouseI've played near a thousand hours of this game. I can complete a almost any run I start. There is so much learning to it. "What does this item do with this item? "What does this room do?" "When should I use this item?" At the start you will die constantly, you will not complete your first run so don't expect to. I suggest using a controller, but keyboard is viable. You can enable mouse aiming in the .ini file by simply changing the value of the option to 1. I use a controller mainly but there are 2 items I switch to my mouse for when I pick them up. As I said, keyboard aiming is perfectly fine.
    It is not clunky, the game play is very smooth. It just takes getting used to, as with most games. The impatience of some of these reviewers baffles me.
    Overall, really incredible game. The only "bad" thing is your character tends to get stuck on a sticky pixel jutting out of the edge of rocks when you try to strafe around them. Such a tiny thing though. I can't think of any problems with the game. Thousand hours in and still loving it so I'd say a 10 is justified.    … Expand
  73. Kaszmiro
    Nov 1, 2017
    9
    One of the most addictive games
    Pros
    + Great fast gameplay
    + A lot of items and monsters
    + Few characters to choose from, every is different
    + Randomly generated levels
    + Challenging boss fights
    + Retro graphics
    Cons
    - Without good items game can be almost impossible
  74. Tasoth
    Apr 7, 2017
    3
    The core idea of the game is great. You explore randomly generated dungeon looking for random upgrades and an exit to the next floor. However the rest of the gameplay is crap. Controls are clumsy, shooting mechanic is terrible (you can't hit a thing when you need to), enemies and bosses are boring. You spent lot's of you time digging piles of **** (no joke) in search for an item or aThe core idea of the game is great. You explore randomly generated dungeon looking for random upgrades and an exit to the next floor. However the rest of the gameplay is crap. Controls are clumsy, shooting mechanic is terrible (you can't hit a thing when you need to), enemies and bosses are boring. You spent lot's of you time digging piles of **** (no joke) in search for an item or a powerup. I wish Mcmillen spend more money on developing the game rather then promoting it with shameless hype.… Expand
  75. civ6sucks
    Feb 27, 2017
    10
    its way better than civ 6 cus civ 6 is gererally a garbage game with no content whatsoever should have just bought civ 5 cus thats a true masterpeice. This game is good
  76. GreenSkullRider
    Jan 30, 2017
    4
    Okay okay okay aca no tenemos precisamente un juego nefasto ni malo, es una aventura indie de corte psicológico y oscuro, con jugabilidad sencilla basada en el ensayo y el error. pero porque le pongo un 4, por que de verdad me decepciono, no puedo entender el hype que llego a tener este jueguito, al menos a mi me encontré con un par de bug bastante molestos... bueno recomendado solo al queOkay okay okay aca no tenemos precisamente un juego nefasto ni malo, es una aventura indie de corte psicológico y oscuro, con jugabilidad sencilla basada en el ensayo y el error. pero porque le pongo un 4, por que de verdad me decepciono, no puedo entender el hype que llego a tener este jueguito, al menos a mi me encontré con un par de bug bastante molestos... bueno recomendado solo al que le gusten los juegos casuales o quieren estar a la moda (como el undertale)… Expand
  77. Boombaztic
    Dec 27, 2016
    10
    Isaac has some problems in his family. His mother, watching a religious TV program, decided to kill her son in sacrifice to God. The kid managed to jump into the basement, a network of catacombs, densely populated by a huge amount of monsters. And the only weapon he has are his tears.

    In The Binding of Isaac Rebirth you clean room by room, collect bonuses, find hidden places and shops,    Isaac has some problems in his family. His mother, watching a religious TV program, decided to kill her son in sacrifice to God. The kid managed to jump into the basement, a network of catacombs, densely populated by a huge amount of monsters. And the only weapon he has are his tears.

    In The Binding of Isaac Rebirth you clean room by room, collect bonuses, find hidden places and shops, and then defeat the boss and jump into the next door in the floor. A new level begins and it gets harder and harder. You do so a few times before meeting his mother, then Satan himself or someone else.

    The Binding of Isaac is challenging, really difficult. The farther you get, the easier it is to die and then you have to start from the very beginning. But there are many items which help you to become stronger. So many that I even used the Isaac Wiki to get the full understanding of every item and situation in the game (it really helps!). One item teaches Isaac to jump (finally!), other causes tears or enemies to explode and hurt everyone around. You can upgrade your max HP (Hearts), the devil will sometimes reward you with the power of the dark side (wings and other strong abilities for some of your hearts). The style of play often changes radically in the middle of the race. You just scribbled tears in different directions, hardly finishing even the smallest creep and then you suddenly get a power-up that changes your whole gameplay and you kill even the hardest boss without any problems. But the thing is, it can be the other way round, too! It is also always interesting to see how every item affects Isaac, because every item changes his appearance, so each time he looks different: he acquires tumors, horns or a bloody grin, pulls mom's bra on his head or... something else.
    Failure is a part of the process. Play, die, start again, play, die, again. But every time we get something new (achievements open new items), so you do not want to stop completely.

    Rebirth added a lot of new enemies, bosses, items and secrets if you compare it with the original game. And this is good! Edmund McMillen and his colleagues made an excellent job. A game full of the most horrible fears, bitter tears of childhood and exciting ideas.

    You can also play it with you friend locally. But it’s not the local multiplayer you’d expect. Instead of a full second hero your partner takes control of a little Ghost accompanying Isaac. It can't go through doors or pick up items, it can only help to do more dmg. I would like more, although it is not clear how anything else would fit into the current mechanics.

    So all in all this game is really fantastic! - 10/10!
    PS: There will be a new DLC soon. I’m definitely waiting for it!    … Expand
  78. ilagos
    Jul 26, 2016
    8
    Un videojuego de masmorras que recuerda a la vieja escuela con su dificultad, que radica en la suerte del jugador; gracias a los ítems favorables como desfavorables, partidas diferentes y personajes con distintas habilidades, además cuenta con un exquisito toqué tétrico en su ambientación gráfica y musical que resulta adictivo pero a la larga se convierte en un juego monotomo y aburrido.
  79. TsukasaHiiragi
    Apr 18, 2016
    6
    Better than most roguelikes, but still not great. The reasons why its not 'great' is because RNG and Luck play way to much emphasis on progression rather than true skill, which leads to many failed runs because RNG didn't give you any OP upgrades.

    Another issue I personally hate is that the sprite clipping isn't perfect, enemies can occasionally shoot through walls when they shouldn't    Better than most roguelikes, but still not great. The reasons why its not 'great' is because RNG and Luck play way to much emphasis on progression rather than true skill, which leads to many failed runs because RNG didn't give you any OP upgrades.

    Another issue I personally hate is that the sprite clipping isn't perfect, enemies can occasionally shoot through walls when they shouldn't be able too. I wouldn't recommend this to someone who is new to roguelikes, or anyone who easily gets frustrated.    … Expand
  80. Pedobear987
    Apr 16, 2016
    9
    Después de jugarlo tantas horas que perdí la cuenta puedo afirmar que vale su precio, eso si preparaos para sufrir una y otra y otra vez... Hasta que o bien os canséis o consigáis vencer a "MAMA"
  81. makimoki70
    Apr 12, 2016
    10
    Un rogue-like increiblemente adictivo, difícil y con muchísimo contenido. Supera en todos los aspectos a la anterior entrega y además su expansión duplica casi el contenido inicial. Una banda sonora maravillosa. Una estética interesante, enemigos con infinidad de mecánicas y muchísimos bosses y mini-bosses diferentes.Cuenta con un par de modos de juego, el normal, el de oleadas y muchosUn rogue-like increiblemente adictivo, difícil y con muchísimo contenido. Supera en todos los aspectos a la anterior entrega y además su expansión duplica casi el contenido inicial. Una banda sonora maravillosa. Una estética interesante, enemigos con infinidad de mecánicas y muchísimos bosses y mini-bosses diferentes.Cuenta con un par de modos de juego, el normal, el de oleadas y muchos retos de varias dificiultades pero todos muy interesantes. Es recomendable jugar con mando aun jugando en pc pero tambien es jugable con teclado. Cuando he dicho mucho contenido me refería a que para completarlo al 100% son unas 300 horas dependiendo del jugador y la suerte. Uno de mis juegos favoritos.… Expand
  82. pikby
    Mar 4, 2016
    10
    a beutifully done remake that changes the gameplay, adds more, and it all runs smoothly

    a must buy for steam users who want a good challenge and a fun rougelike
  83. VagueShape
    Feb 25, 2016
    2
    Don't understand the appeal of this one.
    Its a short flash game focused on randomly generated rooms. The thing is, its incredibly short and insanely repetitive, all you do is wander into rooms to see what randomly generates.
    The gameplay isn't good, its basically the equivalent of a flash game on Newgrounds and there is no real depth to it. Just mindless repetition based around RNG.
  84. Maxa1577
    Jan 28, 2016
    10
    One of the most re-playable and entertaining games of the last 10 years. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys a challenge when playing. It's also extremely fun to find the most OP builds and break the game.
  85. mugen_is_here
    Nov 26, 2015
    1
    This is a ridiculous game with multiple spikes in difficulty. The gameplay is extremely repetitive as you go through area after area cleaning up bad guys and unlocking the next area. The bosses are too overpowered and there is no reward for killing them except to be able to go into the next area where you can rinse and repeat.

    The music is really good. It creates an ambience. So +1 to    This is a ridiculous game with multiple spikes in difficulty. The gameplay is extremely repetitive as you go through area after area cleaning up bad guys and unlocking the next area. The bosses are too overpowered and there is no reward for killing them except to be able to go into the next area where you can rinse and repeat.

    The music is really good. It creates an ambience. So +1 to the game for that.

    Graphics sucks. But that's okay. I don't care much about the graphics anyway. In fact I like old-school-styled games.

    The story seriously sucks. Basically his mother is about to kill him in the beginning and then.. okay I won't tell you the ending but the game is quite short and the stupid ending doesn't make any sense. It's like the first paragraph from a story.

    I don't understand how this game is rated so high when at the end of the day it's nothing more than a piece of serious ****    … Expand
  86. Overvulture
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    A game you should pick up if you`re a fan of the original, if you are curious, if you enjoy roguelike elements and challenge, or if you think jokes about child abuse and abortions are funny.

    Hardcore purists will have a few complaints compared to the original game, with a few tweaks and design changes not necessarily being perfect but for the most part everything has been improved. The    A game you should pick up if you`re a fan of the original, if you are curious, if you enjoy roguelike elements and challenge, or if you think jokes about child abuse and abortions are funny.

    Hardcore purists will have a few complaints compared to the original game, with a few tweaks and design changes not necessarily being perfect but for the most part everything has been improved. The frame rate, the controls, controller support, local co-op, a bigger item bank, more characters, more levels, more enemies, more bosses. It`s essentially a big expansion pack that irons out some of the technical issues the first game had while tweaking a few balance issues, for better or worse. Not quite a sequel, it wouldn`t be a crime to skip the first game and go directly to this one as the definitive edition of the Isaac experience.

    If you`ve exhausted the first game, this one will feel almost but not quite new, with some familiar elements mingling with all new sights and threats that bring back the sense of mystery and discovery again.

    I can safely call this and the original two of my favourite games of all time, despite the fits of rage they`ve given me, and I`d recommend them both to anyone who enjoys games, period.    … Expand
  87. PlayBoyMan
    Oct 30, 2015
    10
    I played the original version for years, and the revamped version just keeps getting better and better, as they have added the Afterbirth DLC today. This is a great game.
  88. Zardo
    Oct 21, 2015
    9
    The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth

    PRO: -addictive gameplay -really deep lore for people that are interested in it -every run is different from one another, this makes the game interesting and addictive because you are always curios on the next item or run you are going to get -large variety of enemies, bosses, item, challenges -poop CONS: -boring music -*at first strange controls    The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth

    PRO:
    -addictive gameplay
    -really deep lore for people that are interested in it
    -every run is different from one another, this makes the game interesting and addictive because you are always curios on the next item or run you are going to get
    -large variety of enemies, bosses, item, challenges
    -poop

    CONS:
    -boring music
    -*at first strange controls but then you get used to them or get a PS4/XBOX ONE controller

    CONCLUSIONS:
    I really don't have much to say it's just an amazing game, it's one of the best game I have ever played, and those little cons don't make it a bad game but a 9/10 IGN, that will keep you playing, if you like challenging RPG's    … Expand
  89. peterjson
    Sep 7, 2015
    8
    The graphics could be better, especially on high-resolution screens, and co-op is really limited in PC version. But those are the only two drawbacks.

    The game is fun, quick to play. The mechanics are very original with three different types of health, plus various character abilities. Now, there are many games that do that, but in Isaac, the game allows you to combine anything with    The graphics could be better, especially on high-resolution screens, and co-op is really limited in PC version. But those are the only two drawbacks.

    The game is fun, quick to play. The mechanics are very original with three different types of health, plus various character abilities. Now, there are many games that do that, but in Isaac, the game allows you to combine anything with everything. You might get a couple of powerups that seem next to useless or even annoying - but when you combine them with one powerful thing, you get some ultra-power combination.

    The sheer amount of content is awesome. I counted 44 different main enemy types, with each having 1-7 subtypes making it over 150 different creatures you can encounter in the game. And then you should add bosses to that.

    You can play the game for 100 times, and each new run would still feel fresh. It's one of the best roguelike games out there.    … Expand
  90. poopshi-t
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. mega Satan is the final boss pppppppppppppppppppppppppppp p p p p p p pp pp… Expand
  91. rubencristiano9
    Aug 31, 2015
    8
    Great game, tons of replayability. Played with a controller.
    What it does it does great,, mechanics are simple but really smooth, loads of items to make it unpredictable and not get the same playtrough once.
  92. Linkster
    Aug 17, 2015
    10
    You play a child who is so lost in his own sins that reality seems to fade away from his mind. He starts to hallucinate that monsters are attempting to kill him and he shoots his own sorrowful tears at the beasts of his nightmares. He starts to think his own mother is trying to kill him but that is far from the truth and he shoots tears at his own mother in his hellish nightmare. You canYou play a child who is so lost in his own sins that reality seems to fade away from his mind. He starts to hallucinate that monsters are attempting to kill him and he shoots his own sorrowful tears at the beasts of his nightmares. He starts to think his own mother is trying to kill him but that is far from the truth and he shoots tears at his own mother in his hellish nightmare. You can then play the game as many other biblical characters who have committed sins. Also you can shoot lasers from your eyes. 10/10… Expand
  93. TechJet
    Aug 5, 2015
    10
    This game is practically flawless. Great NES-style pixel graphics, over 300 hours of replay value at least, a full roster of 10 characters (and a secret character) and controller support! All made to compliment the fantastic twin-stick shooter gameplay and dark branching story. If you dislike this game you're **** mental
  94. RockStarGamers
    Jul 28, 2015
    7
    The Binding of Isaac Rebirth is my go-to game when I want something familiar but new. Detach yourself from the subject matter and it's great dungeon-crawler with lots of replayability.
  95. RuckAndMinky
    Jul 6, 2015
    10
    This game is the typical rouguelike with the addition of unlockable characters, items, and more storyline to keep you involved and addicted! It is challenging for new players but slowly becomes easier as you learn all aspects of the game! It is great game and great addition to your library definitely buy!
  96. TrilobiteG
    Jun 13, 2015
    10
    Elegant, beautiful, dark, funny, gory and simple. This game feels like a dungeon explorer without any treasure taking. It's like an arcade in your home, something is new each time, you don't know what to expect. There are no default monsters that you progressively get better at killing by levelling up. You jump head first, you get what you get, you run, you get to the last level and maybeElegant, beautiful, dark, funny, gory and simple. This game feels like a dungeon explorer without any treasure taking. It's like an arcade in your home, something is new each time, you don't know what to expect. There are no default monsters that you progressively get better at killing by levelling up. You jump head first, you get what you get, you run, you get to the last level and maybe you win or you get unlucky...REALLY unlucky and you laugh with disappointment and the mess your character is in. BUT IT DOESN'T MATTER! Start over and this time, make the right turn into the cave of vomiting spiders and not into the bone throwing demon children. Fantastic.… Expand
  97. xDaudex
    May 25, 2015
    9
    Pros:
    Amount of RNG
    Amount of different items
    Amount of item combinations

    Cons:
    May take awhile to get a good run depending on your skill
    Music
    Amount of items makes it hard to remember what each one does
  98. QTheNew42Q
    May 3, 2015
    10
    I think this game is amazing. It is one of the best games I have ever played and it has great replay value. The controls are simple, it has a deep engaging storyline, hundreds of unique items(and trinkets), incredible music, and overwhelmingly beautiful aesthetics for hundreds of hours of game-play. I don't know how this got any bad reviews, and some of them are extremely stupid. SomeoneI think this game is amazing. It is one of the best games I have ever played and it has great replay value. The controls are simple, it has a deep engaging storyline, hundreds of unique items(and trinkets), incredible music, and overwhelmingly beautiful aesthetics for hundreds of hours of game-play. I don't know how this got any bad reviews, and some of them are extremely stupid. Someone named deskrit gave it 0/10 just because there aren't mouse controls. And guess what? THERE ARE MOUSE CONTROLS(just go to libraries/documents/my games/binding of Isaac rebirth, open options, and set mouse control=1). I have played the original and thought it was the best game ever. After Rebirth came out, I was so hooked into it I didn't even play vanilla(or really anything else) for a long time. I can't even play vanilla anymore since it's so bad aesthetically and lacking in items compared to rebirth. This will be one of the best indie and/or rogue-like game of the century, at least in my opinion.… Expand
  99. Gason
    Apr 13, 2015
    10
    The Binding of Isaac and its Wrath of the Lamb DLC were great games. So they are redone with new things put in. Is The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth the same? No, it isn't. Let's start with the graphics - they are really sexy. The music is not the same and it is even better. Collecting new items, killing new enemies, always finding something new is super fun. After few runs I saw that comparedThe Binding of Isaac and its Wrath of the Lamb DLC were great games. So they are redone with new things put in. Is The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth the same? No, it isn't. Let's start with the graphics - they are really sexy. The music is not the same and it is even better. Collecting new items, killing new enemies, always finding something new is super fun. After few runs I saw that compared to the original game Rebirth is harder - this makes beating a run more rewarding. Overall The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth shows how a remake should be and from 2 to 6 it earns EXCELLENT 6.… Expand
  100. Kaisuke1
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    I absolutely adore this game and the original. If you're going to play this game be aware that you will lose days of your life to its madness...which is great considering the price!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Games.cz
    Mar 10, 2015
    80
    The excellent rogue-like horror came back to life with a new engine and lots of changes. Thanks to that, the game is a little more accessible, but still you will not get anything for free. Gameplay is great, Isaac’s torture still hurts and a joy of any tiny success will please you greatly. The Binding of Isaac is recommended by eight out of ten child psychiatrists.
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  2. Riot Pixels
    Feb 26, 2015
    85
    Of all the remakes that were released in 2014, The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is truly a born again game. What once was just a sketch, turned into a beautiful painting.
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  3. CD-Action
    Feb 7, 2015
    60
    It introduces a lot of new content but other than that is worth than the original game in almost every aspect. [01/2015, p.73]
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