The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth

 PlayStation 4
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 582 Ratings

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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.
  13. 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
  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. 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
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. Gman2142
    Nov 17, 2014
    10
    Why does this game have 12 reds? 10/10 all the way!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
  19. 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!
  20. 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.
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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
  25. 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
  26. 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.
  27. 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
  28. 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.
  29. 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
  30. 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.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 15
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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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