The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth

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7.9

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  1. Skelworath
    Nov 4, 2014
    10
    After the first hours of playing this I am addicted. This is everything that was promised by the developers. If Binding of Isaac was the king of Action Rogue-likes (with countless "clones" made after it) this is the **** EMPEROR.

    Despite the new pixelated graphics, the graphics are BETTER. The soundtrack is amazing, it makes you tingle with horror and excitement at the same time. The    After the first hours of playing this I am addicted. This is everything that was promised by the developers. If Binding of Isaac was the king of Action Rogue-likes (with countless "clones" made after it) this is the **** EMPEROR.

    Despite the new pixelated graphics, the graphics are BETTER. The soundtrack is amazing, it makes you tingle with horror and excitement at the same time. The controls (although mouse was not implemented) are flawless everything responds exemplary. The content ... well the content is ... I have no words for it ... other than godlike in every aspect.

    Crap-loads of new items (it will probably be weeks before you can memorize what they all do) with brilliant interactions and new mechanics, each game plays differently ... and when I say differently I mean it almost feels like it's another game entirely.

    Support the developers and buy this game! This is too good ... you will be playing and enjoying it a lot more that whatever else 15$ or your local equivalent can buy. I guarantee it.    … Expand
  2. rtkiii
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    What a fantastic little game. the depth and randomness to this game still has be playing off and on. It is one of those games where you do not need to play everyday but when you do play you're hooked in for an hour plus. The random levels and items really make the game a new experience everytime. Will you make it to Mother, Mother's Heart, Satan...Isaac? Or will you get owned byWhat a fantastic little game. the depth and randomness to this game still has be playing off and on. It is one of those games where you do not need to play everyday but when you do play you're hooked in for an hour plus. The random levels and items really make the game a new experience everytime. Will you make it to Mother, Mother's Heart, Satan...Isaac? Or will you get owned by spiders in the first stage. You just never know.

    More games need to adapt this formula.    … Expand
  3. Rad_kills
    Jan 26, 2015
    9
    Honestly, i absolutely love this game. i have poured countless hours into this and i am still unlocking trinkets and secrets. I never played the flash version, but followed enough videos to know that i would love this game. It is absolutely worth the purchase. DLC is in the works and it will make this even more extensive. My only complaint would be that sometimes i feel it ways too heavilyHonestly, i absolutely love this game. i have poured countless hours into this and i am still unlocking trinkets and secrets. I never played the flash version, but followed enough videos to know that i would love this game. It is absolutely worth the purchase. DLC is in the works and it will make this even more extensive. My only complaint would be that sometimes i feel it ways too heavily on luck, although when you get lucky, it feels soooo good.… Expand
  4. jeff002400
    Jan 19, 2015
    9
    Deep, charming, and unforgiving are the three words I'd pick to summarize how I feel about this game.

    This game is phenomenal! It is a breath of fresh air. In a vast pool of games that hold your hand to ensure you win, this game throws you in there with little to no instruction or explanation of the various upgrades you can get. This game feels like an old Zelda title mixed with    Deep, charming, and unforgiving are the three words I'd pick to summarize how I feel about this game.

    This game is phenomenal! It is a breath of fresh air. In a vast pool of games that hold your hand to ensure you win, this game throws you in there with little to no instruction or explanation of the various upgrades you can get. This game feels like an old Zelda title mixed with Smash TV. The randomly generated levels keep it fresh, and as you play more and more runs you unlock more and more stuff such as items, upgrades, and bosses. I'm still seeing new things in this game, and I'm closing in on my 100th run!

    The only reason it lost one point is because of the grotesque backdrop, but the reality is that I got used to all the poop trying to kill me (literally, poop). This game definitely has a dark, twisted side to it.

    Everyone's entitled to an opinion, and I'm not by any means degrading the negative reviews. This game won't be for everyone. The only reviews I will address are those comparing this to a story driven game such as The Last of Us. If you're looking for a compelling story, you are definitely in the wrong place.    … Expand
  5. Schmukker
    Jan 17, 2015
    8
    Addictiveness, strategy, and a tad of rage creates an amazing game. Tons of levels and different rooms combined with a load of random and unique items gives the player the choice of what strategy he or she wants to use when facing these rooms and bosses. The feel of accomplishment when destroying the toughest rooms and bosses are excellent. Of course after a while it does feel repetitiveAddictiveness, strategy, and a tad of rage creates an amazing game. Tons of levels and different rooms combined with a load of random and unique items gives the player the choice of what strategy he or she wants to use when facing these rooms and bosses. The feel of accomplishment when destroying the toughest rooms and bosses are excellent. Of course after a while it does feel repetitive but coming back every now and then and the game will never get old.… Expand
  6. JesseCase
    Jul 10, 2015
    10
    I have 300+ hours in this game and I'm still playing it and I don't think I'll be stopping anytime soon. This game is fun, challenging and almost infinitely re-playable.
  7. deneb006
    Jan 8, 2018
    8
    Super addicting game, I like it very much. I just think it's very unfortunate that everything is so gross and ugly. Blood, poop, aborted fetuses... well if it's your thing (!!!??) you will be pleased. The same game in a different setting would have been so much better in my opinion. Definitely DON'T let your kids play this game.

    I was a bit disappointed by the coop mode, as the 2nd    Super addicting game, I like it very much. I just think it's very unfortunate that everything is so gross and ugly. Blood, poop, aborted fetuses... well if it's your thing (!!!??) you will be pleased. The same game in a different setting would have been so much better in my opinion. Definitely DON'T let your kids play this game.

    I was a bit disappointed by the coop mode, as the 2nd player cannot choose his character, cannot pickup items or cash and have less health than first player. Otherwise I have nothing negative to say. The game is very challenging, the rooms are randomly generated, there are plenty of original items, secret rooms, great boss battles, tremendous replayability... and it's just very, very fun.    … Expand
  8. Hutopu
    Nov 5, 2014
    10
    The classic Binding of Isaac game already was awesome and unbelievable cheap to buy. Rebirth is even better.
    It's like an HUGE add-on with more of everything, I'm already addicted again and really thankful for this remake. And best of all: there is finally an Hard-Mode for all the Isaac speed run veterans out there!
    I'm really looking forward if there are new endings, maybe we finally    The classic Binding of Isaac game already was awesome and unbelievable cheap to buy. Rebirth is even better.
    It's like an HUGE add-on with more of everything, I'm already addicted again and really thankful for this remake. And best of all: there is finally an Hard-Mode for all the Isaac speed run veterans out there!

    I'm really looking forward if there are new endings, maybe we finally get to know what really happened to Isaac!    … Expand
  9. BigTuna109
    Nov 5, 2014
    10
    PS4 owners who are fans of "roguelite" games CANNOT MISS THIS ONE. The game is challenging, addicting, kinda gross, varied, and stupid fun. I actually prefer the old art style from the PC version, but there are unlockable filters if you decide you don't like the new visuals. Anyway, if you are a fan of these types of games, BOI:R is perfect.
  10. wanbanjan
    Nov 4, 2014
    10
    The Binding of Issac is one of the only rouge-like games I actually enjoy (FTL and Rouge Legacy are the others). It's been a while since I played a game when it can be beaten in under an hour; it reminds me of the 3rd Generation days of gaming.

    The change in art direction is a bit off-putting but the lighting, sound, and weapon varieties are all strong points of this game. Being that    The Binding of Issac is one of the only rouge-like games I actually enjoy (FTL and Rouge Legacy are the others). It's been a while since I played a game when it can be beaten in under an hour; it reminds me of the 3rd Generation days of gaming.

    The change in art direction is a bit off-putting but the lighting, sound, and weapon varieties are all strong points of this game. Being that the original game is over 2 years old, it's very gratifying to see this as a PS+ game.

    If I had a PS Vita, I would be playing the bulk of the game on it, considering it is the ideal platform to play this game on.    … Expand
  11. Eggshellkick
    Nov 4, 2014
    8
    Even pixel graphics can't stop this game from standing out from the other indie games flocking PSN. I look forward to seeing McMillen's new game that isn't a remake.
  12. Marlon130877
    Nov 13, 2014
    10
    Great game, I never got into the original binding of isaac but this one is just great, almost every round i play of this i find a new hidden item or power and its tons of fun. This has awesome cartoon gore that could make a little boy cry (o wait) Definitely worth the money ( but its free right now if you have a ps plus subscription, so get it now!) I do want to warn that if you getGreat game, I never got into the original binding of isaac but this one is just great, almost every round i play of this i find a new hidden item or power and its tons of fun. This has awesome cartoon gore that could make a little boy cry (o wait) Definitely worth the money ( but its free right now if you have a ps plus subscription, so get it now!) I do want to warn that if you get offended easily (pertaining to religion) stay away from this it has many pentagrams, devilish symbols, You even see the devil himself, BUT this game is so good just leave your religion and play the game… Expand
  13. Zegu
    Nov 6, 2014
    9
    Such a fun game. I have the original on PC and just got this on PS+. I have to admit I didn't put too many hours into the PC version because I really don't like sitting in front of it playing games. I'd much rather sit on my couch in front of a big TV.
    Anyway they have added a lot to the game so that now there is a bunch of discovery, the controller feels like it is the way to play this    Such a fun game. I have the original on PC and just got this on PS+. I have to admit I didn't put too many hours into the PC version because I really don't like sitting in front of it playing games. I'd much rather sit on my couch in front of a big TV.
    Anyway they have added a lot to the game so that now there is a bunch of discovery, the controller feels like it is the way to play this type of game.

    Fun and addicting, you just want to do one more run    … Expand
  14. hayburtz
    Nov 4, 2014
    10
    One of the most fun and addicting games I've played in a long time. Ridiculous amount of replay value. This edition just adds to the already amazing game originally released for PC.
  15. carrotsidedown
    Nov 4, 2014
    9
    Man I probably wouldn't have gotten this if this hadn't been a PS+ game.
    I understand that this isn't for everyone, considering it can be repetitive and all. But even when you get a bad run of items, you can always turn things around by continuously learning and improving your skills as you make it trough each dungeon.

    A pleasant surprise, yo
  16. HearthToHeart
    Nov 4, 2014
    9
    Color me impressed (and if you're going to, make sure it's pink)

    Once I got over the grotesque visuals and sounds, this quickly became an addicting game. It hooks you so much better than that free-to-play garbage hogging up the IOS game store. The only thing keeping this game from being a 10 is art. Just wish is was more different, I feel like i've seen this kind of art sooooo many    Color me impressed (and if you're going to, make sure it's pink)

    Once I got over the grotesque visuals and sounds, this quickly became an addicting game. It hooks you so much better than that free-to-play garbage hogging up the IOS game store.

    The only thing keeping this game from being a 10 is art. Just wish is was more different, I feel like i've seen this kind of art sooooo many times in other games.    … Expand
  17. netherfair
    Nov 4, 2014
    9
    Finally PS+ is looking pretty good. We've got a couple months of mediocrity, but this month is looking solid. This game made me very antsy. I felt a feeling of anxiety going through the unknown clinging to me low life hoping for less enemies or extra life. Too bad The Evil Within couldn't deliver...
  18. SilentINU
    Dec 5, 2014
    8
    So damn addictive, lots and lots to do, this game never gets boring and keeps expanding with hundreds of items and secrets. 1 of the best games for both casual and hardcore players. The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth requires skill and the best is, it was totally free for Ps Plus members :D
  19. subsided
    Nov 5, 2014
    10
    This game is AMAZING, i already clocked 30+ hours into the original on the PC and am loving this new version. SO MANY new additions it's awesome. Originally i didn't care about the new art style but it grew on me very quickly and now I is perfect. Definitely a reason in and of itself to own PS+ to get this game for free this month.
  20. Gman2142
    Nov 17, 2014
    10
    Why does this game have 12 reds? 10/10 all the way!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
  21. Kainseth
    Nov 14, 2014
    9
    If you enjoyed the original, there should be no reason at all to not like this game as well. The game has been improved in virtually every way. After perusing some of the reviews, many of them are positive with the exception of the soundtrack. While I really enjoyed Danny B's original track, I absolutely LOVE Rediculon's. Although it's not as catchy, the new track does a far better jobIf you enjoyed the original, there should be no reason at all to not like this game as well. The game has been improved in virtually every way. After perusing some of the reviews, many of them are positive with the exception of the soundtrack. While I really enjoyed Danny B's original track, I absolutely LOVE Rediculon's. Although it's not as catchy, the new track does a far better job of setting the mood(mostly despair) that should be felt on each floor.

    The frame rate is near-perfect, which was a gripe of mine with the original. Because of this, the game feels smooth, and I notice that I'm much better at playing this version than the original.

    I don't think the game is easier (as some have suggested) per se. It is definitely more balanced. some of the items are unlocked differently than they were in the original. There is a heart container cap now. The rooms seem much more fair now, although there are a few that I still cringe at whenever I enter them.
    Some of the new characters are a blast to play, and some have had some tweaks to them.

    The controls took me a little getting used to after playing the original on PC with a keyboard for so long. I actually think it's very functional and controls just as well, if not better than with a keyboard.

    I really enjoy the new shop donation mechanic and it really opens up more opportunities.

    I honestly can't really think of anything negative to say about this title. I can understand that it definitely isn't everyone's cup of tea. It's difficult, however I never blamed the game like I have some rogue-likes.

    This is steered more towards those who haven't tried the original:
    If poop, gore, or religious fun-poling aren't your thing, you probably won't like it.

    If you're a fan of the original, this is a no-brainer.

    Exceptionally solid title 9/10    … Expand
  22. durwel
    Nov 18, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game brought me happily into the world of roguelikes. Let me rephrase: Binding of Isaac did, this is an expanded version. This game doesn't boast an entirely new game. The game's creator was very vocal about Flash limitations, and this game has been given the creative space and development capability that the creator wanted all along. Along with over 400 items, different endings, a number of different playable characters, and secrets that are worth trying crazy things to find make this game a blast through-and-through.

    Imagine The Legend of Zelda, but take out the world map, and you complete dungeon after dungeon. This is the core gameplay of BoIR. You may see the term roguelike a lot in reviews, and this solidifies the game. Pickups, enemy drops, and each level is entirely random. Some games you'll die in the second room, others will leave you playing hard to the final boss. You will find the game unforgiving and death is permanent, though your unlocks are not. If you die, you start back over on a new run. Death is unforgiving, but each run is typically no longer than an hour at the absolute most.

    The graphics continue the style of BOI allowing a filter to keep it foggy and pixelated or clear and sharp, depending on your liking. The environment isn't as engaging as BoI, but it is appropriate to the game. It is a dark game, fighting demons, angels, spewing blood, and destroying piles of dung. Definitely not your average game, but still very much the style that BoI players have come to love.

    I have both the PC and PS4 version, though I haven't noticed any differences except that the controller makes the game slightly more difficult. I have begun opting for using X, O, Square, Triangle for shooting rather than both sticks. With some item synergies, you may find that tapping to shoot is easier, but tiring, and forget about swinging the stick to shoot in those situations. This game is mostly enjoyed on a keyboard, in my opinion.

    Beyond that, Rebirth took some great steps in terms of item synergies. In the old game, you often found yourself overlapping items rendering them useless, but this does a much better job of incorporating different bonuses to Isaac. A welcome touch.

    This game can be replayed over and over, and should be, for alternate endings, new items, and a host of players with different pros and cons (Cain being my favorite). The new co-op option is small but welcome, allowing new players to be recruited at the cost of a heart, and though they can fly, Player 1 is still in complete control of the game. This could be helped out by a few different tweaks, but it is still fun to throw your buddy a controller and play through. There were some glitches with this, players disappearing but still able to shoot and live, but other than that, I have had great playthroughs with almost no hiccups, though I have noticed some graphics stuttering from time to time, but that seemed more attributed to behind-the-scenes. It did not seem like this was due to screen clutter or bullet hell and I found the game very smooth overall.

    Replayability is the best thing that BoIR has going for it. Death is permanent but short, and picking up again is always beneficial. Many items are unlocked by what seems to be external counters, spending x amount at slot machines or blood banks, so even if you can't see unlock counters, you are always benefitting from a playthrough. There is also a great new mechanic in the form of a playable character with completely random, but balanced, starting loadouts and stats, but you can only play as this character for each time you beat the game. Though I'm not sure the exact benefits of this, I know that it will unlock some cool features.

    This game is great, addicting, and simple-but-fun. Without the need for connectivity, this is a great fallback game when your internet is down or when you just want to play a good old-fashioned side-scroller. I have a blast playing every time.    … Expand
  23. xDeniz
    Nov 5, 2014
    10
    One of my favorite games ever, it's simple, yes, but the replay value since it's a roguelike game is enormous. I do hope this developer continue to bring games like that to us.
  24. RazerN
    Nov 12, 2014
    9
    Fun game and due to the random level generation always feels different each time. Simple, but challenging a great PS+ title. I have enjoyed this more than most AAA next gen titles I have played.
  25. DeusXCom
    Apr 12, 2015
    10
    I already gave a 10/10 review for PS Vita version few months back after I first killed mom, thinking that the game is over, oh boy I couldn't have been more wrong. That was all just the start of another hundreds of gaming hours long adventure deeper into the depths. It shows how much longevity and replayability this game truly has. Months of real life spent on shooting **** with my tears.I already gave a 10/10 review for PS Vita version few months back after I first killed mom, thinking that the game is over, oh boy I couldn't have been more wrong. That was all just the start of another hundreds of gaming hours long adventure deeper into the depths. It shows how much longevity and replayability this game truly has. Months of real life spent on shooting **** with my tears. Beating the entire labyrinth with Lost character on hard without being hit a single time, challenges like these were pure hardcore experience. I finally got the platinum and it was a hell of an adventure. PS4 version is smoother in framerate, richer in details and allows local co-op, but on the other hand pixel artstyle of this game and overall feeling is still better suited for Vita. Both versions are fantastic and I'm glad that the Nicalis fiasco with broken trophies and SONY EU not patching it for months was already resolved. Overall, Issac Rebirth is one of the best rogue-like games and triumph of game design and hardcore gameplay. 10/10… Expand
  26. MetalGearRex
    Nov 9, 2014
    9
    This is possibly my game of the year! There's so much longevity and randomisation. Even when you've put 200+ hours into it you will never have seen or done everything! On the outside it looks like a simple dungeon crawler, but on the the inside it's oozing with complexity and charm. Definitely pick this one up guys, it's a blast.
  27. punch3871
    Dec 6, 2014
    9
    The binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a total remake of the original The binding of Isaac. running on a new, self-made engine from the developers, there is now a **** ton of new items to try out and experiment with and a lot of more things. Players that have played the original on pc, will feel comfortable with the controls, since they haven't changed much. As for the playstation version, itThe binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a total remake of the original The binding of Isaac. running on a new, self-made engine from the developers, there is now a **** ton of new items to try out and experiment with and a lot of more things. Players that have played the original on pc, will feel comfortable with the controls, since they haven't changed much. As for the playstation version, it plays like a twin-stick shooter, but you can use the DPad and the shape buttons to move and shoot, and it feels quite nice, actually. The game is a rogue-like game, meaning that if you die, you lose everything and it gets more tense the deeper you go. you go from fighting a piece of poop to fighting Satan himself. As mentioned before, there's a lot of new items. some of these items has cool effects, while others are just a simple stat up. There's a total of 9 characters, two of which are revealed later on. you start out with the main protagonist, Isaac, running from room to room, filled with enemies, spikes, rocks and pits. On the way, you unlock more and more of the game, for example, getting 55 cents will unlock Cain. The game is really hard, so it takes a lot of practice to even kill the first* final boss (*there's more final bosses to come by), and it feels so rewarding to finally beat the game, all those moments where you nearly die and be so lucky that your enemy died from the bomb that you placed down. If i where to recommend this, give it like three runs and see if you like it. it is worth your time and money.… Expand
  28. Quink666
    Nov 11, 2014
    8
    This is the first Binding of Isaac game ive ever played. I took me several tries to beat the game for me but after you learnt what enemies do what i becomes really fun and addictive. Only bad part about the game i found was that i had to look on the interwebs what all those items do because there are alot of items, some good some bad (some really really good). You can easily loose a fewThis is the first Binding of Isaac game ive ever played. I took me several tries to beat the game for me but after you learnt what enemies do what i becomes really fun and addictive. Only bad part about the game i found was that i had to look on the interwebs what all those items do because there are alot of items, some good some bad (some really really good). You can easily loose a few hours in this game everyday. TL DR: Hard in the begining, Addictive and funny, A LOT of re playability for such a small game. 8/10… Expand
  29. legendaryfrog
    Nov 19, 2014
    10
    Bliss in gaming form, the original Binding of Isaac was a highly addictive rouge-like for the PC that I sunk more than a hundred hours into before feeling like I had start approaching mastery of its content, and even then it filled the free hours of my life with the sheer joy of it's core gameplay challenge. Rebirth brings Isaac to the consoles in spectacular form, with a seemingly endlessBliss in gaming form, the original Binding of Isaac was a highly addictive rouge-like for the PC that I sunk more than a hundred hours into before feeling like I had start approaching mastery of its content, and even then it filled the free hours of my life with the sheer joy of it's core gameplay challenge. Rebirth brings Isaac to the consoles in spectacular form, with a seemingly endless barrel of new items, enemy types, and gameplay twists that add to the already expansive arsenal of the original. The graphics are polished up (albeit in stylized 16bit form), and the move away from flash seems to have solved some of the rare game disrupting issues of the original. Really, I can't recommend Rebirth enough. The content matter might be offensive to some (or even most), but the purity of the game design vision is without contest, and we all benefit from games like this elevating the bar for rouge-like adventures.… Expand
  30. Turbodowg
    Feb 26, 2015
    10
    I'm updating my review because recently I have began to play The Binding Of Isaac:Rebirth again. I feel I wasn't really fair on the game at first. Partly because I didn't understand it. I believed it to be another cheap twin stick shooter. But now I've put in a good few hours I can see how deep the game is. In fact once you get past the first 1 hour of play, the game becomes highlyI'm updating my review because recently I have began to play The Binding Of Isaac:Rebirth again. I feel I wasn't really fair on the game at first. Partly because I didn't understand it. I believed it to be another cheap twin stick shooter. But now I've put in a good few hours I can see how deep the game is. In fact once you get past the first 1 hour of play, the game becomes highly addictive and keeps you coming back for more and more and more. I now feel this is one of the most fun, deep and interesting games I've downloaded from psn and I am thoroughly enjoying it.… Expand
  31. Ninjo
    Nov 19, 2014
    8
    The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a Rogue-like, action adventure game that I purchased from Playstation store for the price of FREE, this was part of the Playstation Plus monthly bundle. I came into this game not expecting game of the year quality just a little fun to past the time and be optimistic with a newer style of game. It certainly did surprise me the amount of enjoyment I got fromThe Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a Rogue-like, action adventure game that I purchased from Playstation store for the price of FREE, this was part of the Playstation Plus monthly bundle. I came into this game not expecting game of the year quality just a little fun to past the time and be optimistic with a newer style of game. It certainly did surprise me the amount of enjoyment I got from such a simple concept, this was due to random changes in map and abilities acquired with every single play through.

    My first couple of games I couldn't really grasp what to do due to minimal instructions set by the game, but I guess that led to mystery as an overall. The certain aspects I enjoyed was the different variety of boss battles as I thought that a boss was advocated to certain level etc. I love the different array of powers also even if some are rendered useless its like a lucky dip you have no clue what is until you pick it up. It took me over 3 hours to complete my first play through due to trial and error and the certain difficulty the game possessed, as the enemies get progressively harder each level.

    I rated this game an 8, which I seem is a fair rating. As i'm basing it on a rating I would give it if I purchased the full game for people who didn't get it for free in the month of November 2014. Things I found tedious wasn't really a game mechanic but the luck system they implemented, by that I mean finding a level with a tinted rock (stones that contain items) and not having any bombs or explosions to get it, usually on the first level. One more thing but this is technically a positive; but when I unlocked Azazel I never needed to use any other character because he was so overpowered (You'll understand once you use him)

    Defiantly a game worth purchasing especially because its FREE! It's a game that reminds of games of the past and how the gaming used to be before the commercial mainstream FPS's etc. overall this game is epic and I thoroughly enjoy playing it as something different

    Thanks for reading my review of The Binding of Isaac:Rebirth PS4
    BibleThump

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  32. dpc
    Nov 13, 2014
    5
    The definition of overhyped, this game is ok up to a point, then it gets super boring. Often it's ridiculously frenetic and not always fair. It's too easy to get overwhelmed by enemies, so you die, then come back in a totally different room that does the same exact thing. I honestly don't get what everyone was raving about. To each his own, I guess. (Please don't say this isn't helpfulThe definition of overhyped, this game is ok up to a point, then it gets super boring. Often it's ridiculously frenetic and not always fair. It's too easy to get overwhelmed by enemies, so you die, then come back in a totally different room that does the same exact thing. I honestly don't get what everyone was raving about. To each his own, I guess. (Please don't say this isn't helpful just because you happen to love the game. Can you imagine that maybe, just maybe, other people may not think it's great?)… Expand
  33. Jyykson
    Feb 24, 2015
    2
    Don't understand what I'm missing but this game is not the least bit interesting. A string of random dodge and shoot messes loosely tied together by disturbing (but not good or particularly intriguing) pixel drawings. It's like the people who make retro games today didn't actually play the games they're trying to emulate.
    I lost all interest in this game in the first 10 minutes. I    Don't understand what I'm missing but this game is not the least bit interesting. A string of random dodge and shoot messes loosely tied together by disturbing (but not good or particularly intriguing) pixel drawings. It's like the people who make retro games today didn't actually play the games they're trying to emulate.
    I lost all interest in this game in the first 10 minutes. I played longer just to be fair due to all the hype, to make sure I wasn't missing something. I'm not. There's nothing here but the shallowest of gameplay.    … Expand
  34. TrustMyReviews
    Nov 4, 2014
    0
    This game is by far the ugliest game in every sense of the word. Gameplay is slow, repetitive and stale. The art style is one of the worst things I've seen. Bland environments, ugly characters and enemies. Easy repetitive bosses. It's a shame this is one of the free PS+ games for November. Sony should be ashamed. This game is complete garbage. Both in looks and gameplay. Avoid this game atThis game is by far the ugliest game in every sense of the word. Gameplay is slow, repetitive and stale. The art style is one of the worst things I've seen. Bland environments, ugly characters and enemies. Easy repetitive bosses. It's a shame this is one of the free PS+ games for November. Sony should be ashamed. This game is complete garbage. Both in looks and gameplay. Avoid this game at all costs.… Expand
  35. Megustaface
    Jan 11, 2015
    0
    Worthless game, it's so boring that it's funnier to sleep than play this game. The graphics is terrible and I can't understand the high rating, it's higher than mafia 2! Seriously, who likes this kind of games?
  36. RandomLetters27
    Feb 24, 2015
    3
    I just cannot get into this style of game. I played better games than this 20+ years ago. Today, this game ought to come in a cereal box; there are mobile apps with more depth and better gameplay. I don't even know if 2D dodge and shoot should be called gameplay anymore.

    Sorry Isaac, lot of hype, zero game.
  37. TANK1165
    Nov 4, 2014
    0
    Though this game can be fun at first, it immediately looses your attention and makes you wish you never had it on your hard drive. This game really makes you think and question the gaming indestry itself but more importantly, question playstation itself. I do have an Xbox one and PS4 and seeing this monstrosity, i can now say the PS4 will be the Atari of gaming with a population at an allThough this game can be fun at first, it immediately looses your attention and makes you wish you never had it on your hard drive. This game really makes you think and question the gaming indestry itself but more importantly, question playstation itself. I do have an Xbox one and PS4 and seeing this monstrosity, i can now say the PS4 will be the Atari of gaming with a population at an all time high that will create a crash once consumers see poor, buggy games.… Expand
  38. ujinroth
    Oct 18, 2015
    0
    An overrated and over hyped game that comes as a cook recipe for teenagers, p** and p**p gags+gore+baby hero=choking sensationalism all-rounder. Hipsters and dumbsters have really questionable tastes sometimes.
  39. khugh777
    Jan 10, 2015
    0
    Cheesy and boring. Bad visuals. Just stay away from this game. Way overrated in my opinion. I know I played it for free from ps plus but I'm still bashing it.
  40. firefly
    Jan 3, 2015
    5
    Visually different but not much new in the game mechanics but with a very weird and unsettling plot. A mentally ill mother who listens to a voice in her head that she thinks comes from "God". This voice tells her to kill her own son. He manages to escape the abuse by going to the basement. From then on the child becomes more and more disturbed and dark. Really strange. The gameplayVisually different but not much new in the game mechanics but with a very weird and unsettling plot. A mentally ill mother who listens to a voice in her head that she thinks comes from "God". This voice tells her to kill her own son. He manages to escape the abuse by going to the basement. From then on the child becomes more and more disturbed and dark. Really strange. The gameplay is old school static screen puzzler with few new twists; clear room, use bombs, find keys. This quickly becomes boring and repetitive. It's not all bad as the power-ups were quite fun as were the different outfits that represented them. That said these outfits add to the unsettling nature of the plot. They chart the toddler's decent into various mental disorders.… Expand
  41. drlowdon
    Sep 1, 2016
    7
    A rouge-like that tasks the player with traversing randomly generated 2d dungeons from an isometric viewpoint the art work, difficulty and twisted sense of humour make it clear from the outset that this from Edward McMillen, creator of the well-received Super Meat Boy. Overall I didn’t enjoy it quite as much as the precision platforming of Meat Boy but the fast paced gameplay and hugeA rouge-like that tasks the player with traversing randomly generated 2d dungeons from an isometric viewpoint the art work, difficulty and twisted sense of humour make it clear from the outset that this from Edward McMillen, creator of the well-received Super Meat Boy. Overall I didn’t enjoy it quite as much as the precision platforming of Meat Boy but the fast paced gameplay and huge variety of enemies and power ups, meaning there always seems to be something new discover, certainly gives it that ‘one more go’ factor and provided me with a fair few hours of entertainment.… Expand
  42. ToFewViews
    Dec 17, 2014
    8
    This is a highly addictive and challenging game, with some of the creepiest and weird characters I've seen in a video game. It's game-play is very difficult/Fast paced at times and keeps you thinking. It has a map layout similar to the original Legend of Zelda but slightly more dungeon like, many will find this layout very familiar and easy to navigate. The art in this game is what reallyThis is a highly addictive and challenging game, with some of the creepiest and weird characters I've seen in a video game. It's game-play is very difficult/Fast paced at times and keeps you thinking. It has a map layout similar to the original Legend of Zelda but slightly more dungeon like, many will find this layout very familiar and easy to navigate. The art in this game is what really gets most people's attention and it's beautiful, Very Creepy/Out there but it works well when the whole game comes together.
    If you a fan of addictive/fast paced top down shooters , Indie games or even just the art I would recommend you give this game a try for yourself.    … Expand
  43. guasampera
    Nov 25, 2014
    10
    After playing to the original game for HUNDREDS of hours I got totally addicted (again) with Rebirth. You need to dedicate some time to learn how to play (good) and to be able to go into higher difficulty levels but once you get transformed into a crazy death machine you won´t be able to stop playing
  44. Camkey666
    Nov 24, 2014
    10
    I'm just gonna say this: rebirth is better than the original in every way, item's graphics,music and room's.
    There are way more item's this time around in rebirth than there is in the original, the graphics are far improved with a very cool pixelated style, the music is chilling down to the bone and the room's are fresher than they have ever been with the giant sized room's. Fantastic game!
  45. Cinder23
    Nov 23, 2014
    10
    Possibly the best best game I have ever played. What seems like a simple game on the surface is actually incredibly deep. This game will provide hours and hours of entertainment.
  46. dydx
    Nov 23, 2014
    7
    What an awful soundtrack, along with the sound effects these were the only steps backwards from the original. The soundtrack, by the uninspiringly named artist “Ridiculon”, is distractingly annoying and is at best generic.

    By contrast, the game is incredibly fun with the addition of new items, enemies, bosses, rooms, and even a whole new floor. The original game has been greatly    What an awful soundtrack, along with the sound effects these were the only steps backwards from the original. The soundtrack, by the uninspiringly named artist “Ridiculon”, is distractingly annoying and is at best generic.

    By contrast, the game is incredibly fun with the addition of new items, enemies, bosses, rooms, and even a whole new floor. The original game has been greatly expanded within a new engine and, while I generally disapprove of pixel art, the graphics are adequate for the scope of the game. For me this was a day one purchase, this game is definitely capable of providing 500 hours of gameplay.    … Expand
  47. Aerodactylus
    Nov 28, 2014
    9
    I was never huge on the original PC BoI, but my girlfriend logged hundreds of hours playing it, so I was able to see everything the game had to offer anyway, and I was really looking forward to getting to play the game on a console (one of the things that turned me off to the original was that I was terrible at using the WADS/arrow keys control scheme. The twin stick on the Dualshock 4I was never huge on the original PC BoI, but my girlfriend logged hundreds of hours playing it, so I was able to see everything the game had to offer anyway, and I was really looking forward to getting to play the game on a console (one of the things that turned me off to the original was that I was terrible at using the WADS/arrow keys control scheme. The twin stick on the Dualshock 4 made it much more accessible for me). I picked Rebirth up with my PS Plus subscription the same night I bought my PS4, and I have to say, definitely worth it.

    The game is everything you liked about the original, plus more. Same solid arcade gameplay, same grotesquely adorable enemies, same punishing difficulty (although now there's a Normal and a Hard, for those of you that aren't quite so masochistic). I personally thought it was actually easier than the original game, but that may have been because I was playing on normal. If you're experienced with the original BoI, I'd go straight for Hard mode. The new items I encountered were all really cool, especially the zodiac symbol items I found. I didn't find many new enemies, but the ones I did find were stellar additions to the gameplay (the spiders that crawl on the walls and shoot at you were my "favorites"). I noticed that the character selection screen had been updated with the req's for unlocking each character, something the original didn't have (I don't think?). Die hards will probably chafe at anything that makes the game easier or less obtuse, but I had no problem with it.

    My only real complaint was the graphics. I have no problem whatsoever with old-style pixels, but compared to the super clean spritework of the original, it just looks...bad. I understand this was Ed's desire, as he didn't like the old artwork, but when you play Rebirth on a big HDTV the pixels just stand out way too much. Easily forgiven, though, when taken with the rest of the game's strengths.

    Overall, an excellent game. It's a must-have if you played the original, and I'd certainly recommend it to gamers who favor arcade style gameplay and who want a challenge.    … Expand
  48. TigerT242
    Dec 8, 2014
    10
    This game is very addictive once you get one good run in. If you have bad luck, don't play this game. Because the only people giving neg scores have bad luck at this game. This game is very well made and fresh with a plethora of things to do. Many hours will be wasted. And you will enjoy them once you figure the game out. You should probably go online to learn what the items mean andThis game is very addictive once you get one good run in. If you have bad luck, don't play this game. Because the only people giving neg scores have bad luck at this game. This game is very well made and fresh with a plethora of things to do. Many hours will be wasted. And you will enjoy them once you figure the game out. You should probably go online to learn what the items mean and research the different mechanics of the game. The graphics on PS4 are not that great tho... -1. Overall its an awesome game.. might be kind of niche but still very good. 9/10… Expand
  49. Fair-Reviews
    Dec 9, 2014
    7
    I tend to judge my indie titles differently. This game is a ton of fun, without a doubt. It's a bit dull story wise. Actually, very dull. But it makes up for it quickly. The real fun begins when you unlock characters. Once you learn how to play this game, you'll have a great time with it. The sound is pleasant, and fits in perfectly. The design of each room is very well, and at timesI tend to judge my indie titles differently. This game is a ton of fun, without a doubt. It's a bit dull story wise. Actually, very dull. But it makes up for it quickly. The real fun begins when you unlock characters. Once you learn how to play this game, you'll have a great time with it. The sound is pleasant, and fits in perfectly. The design of each room is very well, and at times challenging. But the highlight is the bosses. While the boss mechanics are easy to grasp, you'll find your self in a heap of trouble if you move left or right at the wrong second.… Expand
  50. DarkeTribute
    Dec 18, 2014
    8
    The Binding of Isaac is a sick game, a horrific game full of stomach churning moments that will, more than once, make you double take on whatever had just happened. It's grotesque and horrific, and it does it so very well.

    The story is similar to the tale in the bible of Isaac being bound and almost sacrificed by his father in the name of God, but with a more modern take and a twisted    The Binding of Isaac is a sick game, a horrific game full of stomach churning moments that will, more than once, make you double take on whatever had just happened. It's grotesque and horrific, and it does it so very well.

    The story is similar to the tale in the bible of Isaac being bound and almost sacrificed by his father in the name of God, but with a more modern take and a twisted extension.

    The game itself is a dungeon crawler very reminiscent of The Legend of Zelda, just a lot more grotesque. The game will have you traversing between various rooms with their own little sick surprises or, occasionally, an item that will allow you along your way. I could go into detail about each room, each item, each creature...but that would defeat the object of the game entirely.

    I personally found that the game was meant as less of a challenge (although you'll get a lot of that, don't worry) and more of a kind of venture to investigate a disturbed world, to discover different secrets and hideous monsters and to uncover the best kind of strategies to pass through the game, taking the least amount of damage possible.

    I also find that the game is very luck based; if you don't get a great seed or a decent item towards the beginning, you may find yourself struggling a great deal. Fortunately, the game does allow you to view the seed code so that you may travel the same dungeon once again. I doubt the items will be generated in the same fashion (I haven't yet used the seed codes yet) but it may be worth it just to know where you're going and what you're doing.

    There are many different items, and you can review each one of them through several pages filled with each that you have come across. There are also numerous characters, but again, to go in depth about each would be to destroy the entire purpose of the game.

    Overall, it's a great challenge and a fun little adventure through a twisted universe. There are some drawbacks; playing the game through numerous times will eventually become quite tiresome, and this is required if you want to see the numerous endings that the game has to offer (not to mention that you will likely not make it through the first time anyway). You will see the same rooms numerous times with each randomly generated dungeon, but this isn't strictly a bad thing as such although it does get a little tedious.

    It's very much a pick up and play, and this is exactly what I recommend people doing, although I struggle to think that the game is worth the £11 that it costs on the store (it was recently free for PS+, so I picked it up there).

    A fun little adventure, and a nightmarish one at that, well deserving of an 8/10.    … Expand
  51. Dal_ReviewedDat
    Feb 16, 2015
    3
    I'm a hater not a lover on Issac.

    The game is original and yes, it's different every reload, but that doesn't make it a great game. I think we have already seen much more fun rogue-like games on PS4, and as a PS+ freebie I gave this a day or twos efforts before removing it from my hard drive. It's just not that good for a PS4 title. I think had it been on iOs / android, I'd play this    I'm a hater not a lover on Issac.

    The game is original and yes, it's different every reload, but that doesn't make it a great game. I think we have already seen much more fun rogue-like games on PS4, and as a PS+ freebie I gave this a day or twos efforts before removing it from my hard drive. It's just not that good for a PS4 title. I think had it been on iOs / android, I'd play this on my phone or tablet, but on a 55" screen it seems like a real jump back to early games, but without the fun factor for me.

    I'm also not a hater cos of the graphics, but the art style is pretty boring when compared to say Darkest Dungeon (which I'm playing on my laptop at the moment) or the absolutely flawless "Dont Starve" which is easily the best indie title to hit PS+ to date, and I'd say the PS4 altogether.

    I'm really puzzled as to why this game is so loved. Buy it, see for yourself, but I'm glad I got this free and didn't pay for it, it wasn't for me.    … Expand
  52. 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.
  53. S1NGLEVB
    Nov 5, 2021
    6
    Falo como um simplório homem com experiência que obviamente preferia ser uma criança castrada e reclamona.
  54. Caobei
    Feb 28, 2016
    10
    Far and ahead one of the biggest sleepers on the PS4 and video games in general. This is a random dungeon crawler with A LOT going on. I was really surprised at how much thought has gone into this game, especially with all the biblical references. I can't wait until the expansion comes to the PS4.
  55. Malooga
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    Those of you who read my reviews know I can get a little long-winded. Buy this game. Point blank. Any age can appreciate the crude references and simple yet addictive game-play that Isaac brings to the table. I actually said "what the f***!?" out loud more than I ever have in past gaming, this game is TWISTED. I mean the guys that made this have Mother issues twisted, and it works out justThose of you who read my reviews know I can get a little long-winded. Buy this game. Point blank. Any age can appreciate the crude references and simple yet addictive game-play that Isaac brings to the table. I actually said "what the f***!?" out loud more than I ever have in past gaming, this game is TWISTED. I mean the guys that made this have Mother issues twisted, and it works out just swell. What's left is a very blue comedy crafted shooter that uses procedural generated levels to make every new game feel like a brand new adventure. I was discovering new power-ups and bosses TENS OF HOURS into the game, and yes you will sink some time into this. The last 10 I gave was to Duke Nukem: Forever, which I stand by because it was exactly what it should have been. If you disagree, don't let my lofty evaluation deter you, this game is for anybody who wants to laugh so hard they cry, and enjoys the simple mechanics that was abundant in early consoles. 10/10… Expand
  56. BassGuru82
    Jul 8, 2015
    10
    Insanely addicting and probably my favorite Indie game ever made. Binding of Isaac is a fantastic roguelike twin stick shooter that is inspired by Legend of Zelda and is full of Biblical references. Sound strange? It gets way weirder than that. Go watch some vids to check it out and then buy it.
  57. shrubdog
    Sep 4, 2022
    9
    Fun and challenging rogue-like where I get something new to happen every run. A good time waster! Graphics look nice and crisp on the PS4 too. The only downside of the game is that most items don't come with a description of what they do, but it's not a big deal since there are various useful websites to look these up on.
  58. Sparkticle
    Nov 6, 2015
    9
    It's a very simple, addictive game which has a lot of content. If you've never played The Binding of Isaac before, then you are definitely missing out. This is a rogue-like game with a lot of features that will remind you of classics such as the first Legend of Zelda game, and it definitely works well in complimenting the game and its absurd plot.
  59. Secto
    Dec 28, 2014
    10
    After 10 minutes of playing this game I hated it. It was super hard / frustrating. (Super Meat Boy level of frustration). However I kept finding myself coming back to it again and again. You could sink 100+ hours into it, complete many times but it offers so many different endings, new characters and bosses that makes you come back for more. This is easily one of my top games of 2014.
  60. D_Rugg
    Mar 7, 2015
    9
    Game is so addictive. Quality indie title, if you like rogue-types and don't mind dying (A LOT), give it a shot. Its like Legend of Zelda, but grittier and more dark.
  61. DarkKnightLuigi
    Jan 7, 2015
    10
    Let me start off by saying that Edmund McMullin picked the right team to help with this version or remake of the original The Binding of Isaac and it's expansion. The game alone isn't something that you will get right away since it clearly is made with the intention of giving you that classic 8 bit difficulty and plenty of meme references and put you to make stressful decisions that may orLet me start off by saying that Edmund McMullin picked the right team to help with this version or remake of the original The Binding of Isaac and it's expansion. The game alone isn't something that you will get right away since it clearly is made with the intention of giving you that classic 8 bit difficulty and plenty of meme references and put you to make stressful decisions that may or may not benefit you in the long run. Anyone that has picked up this game may have a grudge against it and that's because this game will put you in some situations leaving you feel it's the games fault but in true retrospect, it's only your fault and this game makes you know that. Every time you pick up this game to play (either on your PS4 or Vita). Know that you will walk out playing this game knowing that you will get better every time. With that in mind, I love this game and I am excited for the DLC that will be coming out in the near future with more items and more everything.… Expand
  62. NoiseMac
    Jan 18, 2015
    10
    Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is an amazing game, which offers tons of replayability for a reasonable price. It is highly recommended to anyone who wants to have a good time. Plus: The new DLC is coming out soon and offers even more replayability and more sweet goodness. For 15$ it's worth the price.

    I got Platinum on this game too. Way too fun
  63. Dionysus777
    Sep 10, 2017
    9
    Idk i just dont know. I admit i havnt played that much. Maybe im here too early. I just Dont get the high praise. Maybe im missing something. Since its a twin stick im gona hav 2 compare it to geowars 3. It just seems like a baby toy compared to that. Its already down by the bottom of the library just because i hav way more games im interestd in. If i ever figure it worth more than a 5 illIdk i just dont know. I admit i havnt played that much. Maybe im here too early. I just Dont get the high praise. Maybe im missing something. Since its a twin stick im gona hav 2 compare it to geowars 3. It just seems like a baby toy compared to that. Its already down by the bottom of the library just because i hav way more games im interestd in. If i ever figure it worth more than a 5 ill let u know. Kinda of a funny little grotesque perversion world though and atleast it works u know since some of the high $ crap dont even work these days. Edit - Totally Didn't give this game a chance at first. It is good, going on great! My mistake! 9.25 rescore! Awesome! The End.… Expand
  64. Cruddi
    Jan 28, 2015
    9
    Just recently I have not returned to a game that i have completed, thanks to the cross play feature I am able to play this game at home or on the go on my vita I got this game VIA the PS+ free game but if i knew just how good this game was I would have easily payed for it.

    The controls are basic Left stick to move and Right stick to shoot you can only shoot in 4 directions up down left    Just recently I have not returned to a game that i have completed, thanks to the cross play feature I am able to play this game at home or on the go on my vita I got this game VIA the PS+ free game but if i knew just how good this game was I would have easily payed for it.

    The controls are basic Left stick to move and Right stick to shoot you can only shoot in 4 directions up down left and right (you can also use the X, square, triangle and circle in relation to which direction to shoot) but don't let that fool you this game wants you dead at first it seems easy but as you go deeper into Isaac's hell it will stop at nothing to kill you, very much like the many rouge likes before it you have to grind through the deaths to become good, I have played for many hours and I still die more times than I win but when you do the victory is all the more sweeter for it.

    There are tons of items to collect, hidden rooms and power ups to collect each play through has different items in different places each power up changes the way Isaac looks (in one play through Isaac was wearing mums underwear, moms heels and a ginger wig while the next I looked like the devil) sometimes the combinations over write each other but you still keep the benefits of the power ups. You collect pills from time to time these are one use items that give you benefits or negative effects but each play through the effects are switch so you never know what will happen you take the pill. There are more items that change how you play but I'll bore you no longer with descriptions of the items.

    Lastly the graphics are good not fantastic but the drawing are great you can quickly identify what you are fighting at a quick glance which can effect your approach to the room, now the atmosphere is the best i have come across, I didn't know much about this game i saw a few screen shots early on and thought it doesn't look special but upon playing I found a delightfully dark undertone to the whole game, it might look childish on the surface but once you start the game even the short intro just shows how dark the game is if you look beyond the drawings and take the atmosphere in you'll see a dark twisted world that begs to be explored.    … Expand
  65. LaughingProphet
    Feb 22, 2015
    10
    Binding of Isaac is the game that made me like roguelikes. It is unfortunate that as things have panned out, it's one of the only roguelikes I have thoroughly enjoyed.

    Binding of Isaac is retro arcade good times with unlockables to keep you working toward something and just enough of a bizarre, twisted story to keep you trying to piece things together. Simple, fluent controls stay    Binding of Isaac is the game that made me like roguelikes. It is unfortunate that as things have panned out, it's one of the only roguelikes I have thoroughly enjoyed.

    Binding of Isaac is retro arcade good times with unlockables to keep you working toward something and just enough of a bizarre, twisted story to keep you trying to piece things together.

    Simple, fluent controls stay simple until you happen upon one item that changes your whole play style, perhaps for the better or perhaps to your chagrin. I have scrapped a few runs from picking up items I just didn't want to deal with, but when you hit that sweet loadout and you're mowing things down like the tortured floating head of an angry god, this game can't be beat for triumphant satisfaction.

    A genuinely good skill challenge combined with the blessings or smitings of fate, Binding of Isaac is a game that deserves a look, and then a few-dozen hours of play. Truly a benchmark for indie gaming, and a reminder of what we can pick up from the past and improve through the future.    … Expand
  66. Gyromania
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    Procedurally generated games like these are making waves in the gaming community as of recent, and for that and so many other reasons, The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is heralded as one of the best games on the market place right now. And who am I to argue? This game is about discovery, and piecing together a disturbing story about a troubled young boy whose religious extremist motherProcedurally generated games like these are making waves in the gaming community as of recent, and for that and so many other reasons, The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is heralded as one of the best games on the market place right now. And who am I to argue? This game is about discovery, and piecing together a disturbing story about a troubled young boy whose religious extremist mother neglects and isolates. Left to his own devices, Isaac gets lost in a dark and incendiary world of anthropomorphized poo (you heard me) and demons and such. Battling his conflating opinions about life and death, Isaac must decide which he's happier with. It's an engrossing and very challenging (sometimes frustrating) experience, and one not to be missed by any fan of good indie games.… Expand
  67. conzoman981
    Feb 25, 2015
    10
    There's too much to say about this game to fit in a 5000-character limit. Just take my word for it, buy this game! You will certainly not regret it. I would honestly rate this game higher than 10 if I could
  68. Pandaxh
    Mar 16, 2015
    8
    The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a very big suprise for me. I expected to play a simply game but when i play, I became open-mouthed. TBOIR is a very good rogue like game, very addictive and funny. It looks great, also it have local coop, and hundreds of items to explore. A very real diamond for your consoles and Pc's that you can't left it forgotten
  69. mekimberlite
    May 9, 2017
    8
    This is a really fun game. First game I ever platinum'd. It is short in duration from start to finish, so the daily commitment isn't grueling like some other games - I can usually start and finish a game in under an hour. Almost everything about the game is different each time one plays (rogue-like), which makes it a real hoot. The biggest problem I have with the game is that it crashesThis is a really fun game. First game I ever platinum'd. It is short in duration from start to finish, so the daily commitment isn't grueling like some other games - I can usually start and finish a game in under an hour. Almost everything about the game is different each time one plays (rogue-like), which makes it a real hoot. The biggest problem I have with the game is that it crashes when playing on the PS4 - this happens a lot during the Daily Challenge which is extremely frustrating and disappointing. Other than that, it's one of the best games I've ever played in my entire life (been playing video games since the 80's.)… Expand
  70. whodidwhat67
    Jul 17, 2015
    10
    Let me start off this review by saying how i absolutely LOVE this game. in the first few playthroughs i was immediately hooked and have continued playing it periodically since i got it from the playstation store. the graphics are awesome and remind me of a snes zelda game that is just a tad bit darker (maybe a little more than a tad lol). the gameplay is amazing and playing each runLet me start off this review by saying how i absolutely LOVE this game. in the first few playthroughs i was immediately hooked and have continued playing it periodically since i got it from the playstation store. the graphics are awesome and remind me of a snes zelda game that is just a tad bit darker (maybe a little more than a tad lol). the gameplay is amazing and playing each run definitely feels like an entirely new experience every time, whether you are extremely op or just getting the bare minimum to get by the game is always entertaining. also i have showed this game to everyone that would listen and seen them all love it as much as i do, so don't listen to the BS negative scores because this game is definitely not something you would want to pass up. 11/10 seriously… Expand
  71. njja02
    Jun 17, 2018
    10
    Possibly my favorite Indie game of all time. The atmosphere is grim, the game is highly addictive, the game is brutal and just pure fun. Plus the game is highly replayable.
  72. Kopter
    Oct 23, 2015
    9
    Adicción hecha videojuego, una vez empiezas a jugar a este juego, no puedes parar. Divertido, estética tremenda y con una dificultad que reta. Lo tiene prácticamente todo.
  73. agurczuk
    Nov 30, 2015
    10
    This is the absolutely best rogue like I have ever played and still do. And enjoy as well.

    At first the concept is a bit confusing. In it's base the game is a top down shooter where you progress from room to room, beat the boss of that floor and move on to the next. This is all backed up by a rather strange story and game is heavily influenced by bible mythos though twisting and bending    This is the absolutely best rogue like I have ever played and still do. And enjoy as well.

    At first the concept is a bit confusing. In it's base the game is a top down shooter where you progress from room to room, beat the boss of that floor and move on to the next. This is all backed up by a rather strange story and game is heavily influenced by bible mythos though twisting and bending it for it's own purpose.

    You go through different floors, picking different items that you have no idea what they do. Things get unlocked, paths of the game change. You beat one boss, another one gets unlocked. Whole floors get unlocked even. But with every play you learn something new - how to fight a certain boss, what a certain item does and how to find things you had no idea existed just a few plays ago. And it's so addictive.

    Some runs are hard and frustrating, other with a right combination of items become a walk in the park and it's so enjoyable. Items, and there is a lot of them, synergies with one another creating great combos and combinations.

    The replay value of this game is just mind boggling. And the community around the game is both great and large. Definitely recommend that game as it's the best in this category.    … Expand
  74. MAFIAxMaverick
    Mar 19, 2017
    10
    A fantastic, deep, difficult, and time consuming game. It really brings me back to those feelings of frustration I had playing these kinds of games as a kid. It's a game that has be coming back two years post-release. Everything from the gameplay to the soundtrack are top notch.
  75. bellonman
    Mar 7, 2017
    9
    I have played probably close to 1000 hours of this game and I'm still not completely finished with it. What more do you want from a game then good fun that last for hours and hours? The game has a difficult learning curve but if you allow yourself enough hours, you will discover a very deep game play system. There are always goals and things to unlock which keeps you coming back for more.I have played probably close to 1000 hours of this game and I'm still not completely finished with it. What more do you want from a game then good fun that last for hours and hours? The game has a difficult learning curve but if you allow yourself enough hours, you will discover a very deep game play system. There are always goals and things to unlock which keeps you coming back for more. Fantastic game!… Expand
  76. I_Am_Legacy
    Mar 6, 2019
    10
    I've lost hours in this game from the moment I got it. This is a rogue like done 100% correctly. Should you get this game you will be surprised at the amount of depth in this game. You will have lucky runs, you will have unlucky runs and you will hit walls where you die 15 times in a row.
  77. IIIAHMIII
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Update they finally fixed there **** meaning i can rate this game a solid 10

    No support for PS4 in 3 years. Still no trophy fixes or any fixes at al SHAME ON THE DEVELOPERS would have giving it a 10 otherwise.
  78. BurninZane
    May 2, 2019
    8
    Awesome little time filler with countless combinations in terms of power ups and levels. It might be a bit offensive to some but you can never please everyone all the time. The levels are randomly generated as well as the loot so it makes for some very interesting and constantly different play through.
  79. robdogs87
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    I have sunk over 1000 hours on this game, between PS4 & PC. If you enjoy a top down, rouge-like, randomly generated challenge then this game is for you. Each time you play it's different, the ability to try new builds and tweak your play style is endless. The creator (Edmund McMillen) and developer (Nicalis) have given this game the loving tweaking required. This along with developingI have sunk over 1000 hours on this game, between PS4 & PC. If you enjoy a top down, rouge-like, randomly generated challenge then this game is for you. Each time you play it's different, the ability to try new builds and tweak your play style is endless. The creator (Edmund McMillen) and developer (Nicalis) have given this game the loving tweaking required. This along with developing updates with user mods being applied as now patched items. After 4 years the game is still showing why it's one of the gods of indie.… Expand
  80. alpha_centauri
    Nov 10, 2018
    10
    This is what happens when you get a bunch of white infants on LSD and throw them in a scary, haunted, satanic maze.
  81. coorhys
    Jun 13, 2019
    9
    An excellent game with literally hundreds of hours of content, a HUGE amount of different items offering layers and layers of gameplay modification. Every run is completely different, and the gameplay loop is amazingly addictive. Definitely a 'just one more run' type of game.

    The game also has multiple paths, endings and twists, and just as you think you've seen everything it will    An excellent game with literally hundreds of hours of content, a HUGE amount of different items offering layers and layers of gameplay modification. Every run is completely different, and the gameplay loop is amazingly addictive. Definitely a 'just one more run' type of game.

    The game also has multiple paths, endings and twists, and just as you think you've seen everything it will throw something new at you.

    One gripe is not having a clue what some of the items do, as it doesn't usually say in-game - I ended up downloading an unofficial app to look up items and understand how to use them.

    Also, it can be heavily luck-based, as one run can have you feeling god-like powerful, while the next can have you struggling with basic enemies, completely dependant on the items dropped. However this I suppose can be expected from a procedurally-generated rogue-like game.

    Definitely recommended to pick up, and as good as the base game is, if you also pick up the Afterbirth+ expansion, or buy the complete edition available, this only makes it even better, with tons and tons more items, enemies, bosses and more.    … Expand
  82. Isaac-Clyde
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    Very unique. Simple, but unique. Very diverse and an extremely good enemy/boss design. The items are also superb, and I have easily sunken hundreds of hours into this game.
  83. Lucid_Wolfe_
    Dec 4, 2019
    9
    As someone who has played probably 200-300+ (there's no way to check in-game, sadly), this is probably the best top-down rogue-like dungeon shooter you are probably ever going to play. Completing a single run can be difficult, but completing two separate runs without ever being hit (as I had to do, now this is much easier due to a change to the character's starting items) is another story.As someone who has played probably 200-300+ (there's no way to check in-game, sadly), this is probably the best top-down rogue-like dungeon shooter you are probably ever going to play. Completing a single run can be difficult, but completing two separate runs without ever being hit (as I had to do, now this is much easier due to a change to the character's starting items) is another story. My stats say that I have completed the game approx. 150 times, but I have only COMPLETED the game once. Unlocking and picking up ever active/passive item/trinket (~340 total), unlocking all the secrets (~270), and completing all 20 challenges to earn the "Real Platinum God" trophy was a journey filled with so many different emotions that I was happy to continue until its conclusion. Just like with the Dark Souls games and many other cult classics as this, many players will be turned off by the difficulty and high learning curve, however, those willing to invest some effort (and time) into the game will be the ones who tell you that there is tons hidden lore and sense of accomplishment experience within.… Expand
  84. INU4SH4
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    I will post this review for the PS4 version since it was the first one I played, but it also applies for the VITA, Switch, and PC as I have played them all and they're pretty much all on the same level as well.

    Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is by far my favorite indie game of all time and also the finest, most unique Rogue-like game I ever had the pleasure to play. Make no mistake about    I will post this review for the PS4 version since it was the first one I played, but it also applies for the VITA, Switch, and PC as I have played them all and they're pretty much all on the same level as well.

    Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is by far my favorite indie game of all time and also the finest, most unique Rogue-like game I ever had the pleasure to play. Make no mistake about this game. It might look like a silly and innocent game but the rabbit hole stretches deep and there is a lot about this gem than meets the eye.

    I will start by speaking about the gameplay. The core mechanics are quite simple and the game while challenging seems pretty easy to follow, but soon enough you will get your way blocked by secrets and hidden features you have to figure out by yourself. The RNG and all the items make for some unique and diverse runs so the game can remain interesting even after 300 hours of gameplay. My main issue about the Binding of Isaac is just its randomness. While this is one of its greatest assets it also proves to be a double-edged sword at times as one run can get ruined by extreme unluck or lack of keys/bombs, etc. There is a lot of different characters each with their own level of challenge and unlockables and on the PC version, you can even extend that list with countless modded characters.

    Now we're talking about Binding of Isaac's major strength in my opinion and what makes it such a distinctive game compared to other Rogue-like games. BoI does not only deliver one of the most addictive gameplay in the genre but it also delivers a very intriguing and vague story the player can try to figure out. There are many theories and it all ties to religion. The game that at first looks silly and even innocent is actually a game with important themes and a ton of religious symbolism. By the end of the story, it's up to the player to interpret what truly happened to Isaac and his family. One thing is certain, be the gameplay or the vague yet effective visual story-telling, Binding of Isaac is a game that won't leave your memory.    … Expand
  85. Lapoteosi
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Simply addicting. The best rogue-like in the business. I've played for at least 600 hours yet, and i never feel tired of it
  86. GianpaoloUmarel
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    Is one of the best, maybe the best Roguelike I've ever played in my life.
    The story, the characters, the gameplay, the design, is all done perfectly.
  87. MulQuahDiiv
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    I am absolutely addicted to this game. It's been so satisfying to learn how all the items work and try new tactics. Pretty difficult to learn at the beginning but so addictive, that you won't even notice playing it for hundreds of hours. Randomized levels, great variety of opponents and countless items combinations make this game an endless experience. Totally a must-play!
  88. JoelArpal
    Dec 27, 2020
    9
    Very challenging at the begining but also very satisfying to play and quite funny. The best rogue like i have played.
  89. deathsgrips
    May 28, 2021
    9
    Addicting fun and replayable!!!!! I am obsessed with this game and have not got bored since I downloaded it
  90. Zaranty
    Feb 14, 2022
    8
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  91. Jollyolfun
    Mar 16, 2022
    8
    It's a fun dungeon crawler/rougelike. Coming back to it after a few years I realized it wasn't nearly as hard as I previously thought but still it's great.
  92. LenPlayXD
    Oct 12, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. It's kinda hard but if you put a few hours into it you WILL get addicted. It is the KING of Rouge-likes and it's really fun.
    If you have around 15 bucks to spare this is hella worth it.
    Also a short tip: Play the game until you get experienced before you buy the DLC's. Especially before you buy Repentance because this **** hard. Also another Tip before    This game is a masterpiece. It's kinda hard but if you put a few hours into it you WILL get addicted. It is the KING of Rouge-likes and it's really fun.
    If you have around 15 bucks to spare this is hella worth it.

    Also a short tip: Play the game until you get experienced before you buy the DLC's.
    Especially before you buy Repentance because this **** hard. Also another Tip before buying any of the DLC's: MAKE SURE THAT YOU BOUGHT AFTERBIRTH BEFORE BUYING AFTERBIRTH + AND AFTERBIRTH + BEFORE REPENTANCE. This is because Afterbirth + expands Afterbirth and Repentance expands Afterbirth +.
    Do this so you don't have to complain.
    My conclusion: BUY IT!    … Expand
  93. goodgriff33
    Dec 24, 2022
    7
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#8 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  1. PSNStores
    Jan 21, 2015
    90
    The Binding of Isaac pulls off everything it tries to do, and very well. The story is interesting, the gameplay fantastic, and the art and music are wonderful as well. The only things I found wrong with the game were that the bosses were repetitive and the challenge mode was lacking fun.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jan 13, 2015
    90
    A horribly addictive roguelike that spawns endless invention while never forgetting to deliver disgusting thrills or unhinged humour. An essential indie experience. [Jan 2015, p.95]
  3. The Jimquisition
    Dec 19, 2014
    90
    It’s the Watership Down of videogames, and I can only mean that as twisted compliment.
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