The Binding of Isaac

I'm literally fucking crying; this game is a bullethell on crack compared to rebirth. 10/10

A fun, classic, well ported to steam roguelike, difficulty is 8/10, a bit hard due to the lack of characters and how decently difficult it is to unlock them, gameplay is a 9/10, very fun but a bit repetitive once your good at it, art style is a 10/10 Very unique and appealing to me and many other people. So in conclusion my total rating is 8.75/10. TLDR very good game 8.75/10.

Es algo que todo jugador de Isaac tiene que jugar, uno esta acostumbrado en Rebirth o Repentance a ser un dios, pasas por todas las salas y haces mierda a los enemigos y jefes.
Aca es distinto, te hacen mierda en cada sala y las batallas contra jefes son un dolor de huevo. La batalla contra Satan es una locura, y el corazon ni se diga. Juego de mierda

i love this game, dont get me wrong. it did all it needed to for the time, and that's cool.

its just really REALLY fucking boring to play compared to rebirth.

personally, no but my friend is really into it for some reason so id reccomend it to like anybody but me lmao

I used to play this for a while, it was very fun. I liked the amount of upgrades available and the plethora of possibilites, of dungeons and of upgrades.

And remember, love your child, or he'll go dungeon crawling

the music is great! also, all the rest is good!

amazing simple fun hard but not too hard play it you wont regret it

playing this game on the school computers on a browser was so fun, would recommend if you like the classic NES Zelda game

SO FUN, vv hard (i suck)
Would recommend the lore is so cool and i love the game-play :3

The game's got an incredible replay value, thanks to the shitload of items and upgrades available, all the different unlockable characters, all the great bosses and secrets to uncover, the dark and unsettling lore and story, and all the alternate endings. It's a very challenging game, even frustrating at times, as it can feel almost impossible (some of the final bosses are really tough, and you really need to memorize their attack patterns), but it's a really great game if you take your time to learn it. The art-style is grotesque, and the atmosphere is oppressing, but these things combined work well with the somewhat bleak world and characters. Given the game's roguelike nature, RNG can sometimes fuck you big time, and some runs kind of feel doomed from the start; other times you get fucked towards the end, but there's always something new to find or to unlock, so no run feels completely wasted. My only real complaint with this version is that at times the performance is kinda shit as the game lags/feels unresponsive at times (maybe because it was made in Flash, not really sure), and you can die due to stuff out of your control.

Still, The Binding of Isaac's a classic and really worth the price.

It's like sex but a game. Actually it's not even close this game is so good and I haven't tried sex but I assume.
I truly love this game, also the DLC goes "hard"

it's a very enjoyable game, I can't name a single thing I dislike. It's really fun to see how far you can go before dying and unlocking new characters is really fun too! I love the art and the grimy nature of the game overall, and I love the story, I'm hoping to beat it soon!

I highly recommend this classic :)

R.I.P Florian Himsl 🕊

This game honestly helped me all throughout middle school when I was getting bullied and had no friends this is what took up most of my time I prefer Rebirth but I visit this one from time to time because it still has a special place in my heart

Ok just get rebirth. I don't hate it but florian himsl is diabolical for adding the dark boy and momma boy achievements.

This game was my very first Steam purchase, and my introduction to roguelikes/lites, now a personal favorite. While I do think Rebirth + its expansions is the superior version (except maybe minus the music), I'll always love this one and what it symbolizes in my gaming journey.

The Binding of Isaac is an indie roguelike game developed by Edmund McMillen. It follows the story of a young boy named Isaac, who, after being told by his mother that she must sacrifice him to prove her faith, flees into the depths of the basement. As players control Isaac, they navigate through various procedurally generated dungeons filled with grotesque enemies, bizarre items, and challenging bosses. The game is heavily inspired by themes from the Book of Genesis, with a dark, surreal atmosphere that sets the stage for its unique gameplay.

Throughout the game, players will discover a multitude of items that alter Isaac's abilities, allowing for diverse strategies and playstyles. As players progress, they encounter other characters, each with their own unique traits and capabilities, adding further depth to the gameplay experience. With every run being different, players are encouraged to explore, experiment, and adapt, making for an exciting and often unpredictable adventure.

Positives

• Nice Challenge: The game excels in providing a balanced challenge. From the moment you descend into the basement, the enemies become progressively tougher, yet the mechanics are intuitive enough for newcomers. The difficulty ramps up in a way that feels fair, rewarding players for their skill and strategy.
  
• Addictive Gameplay Loop: One of the standout features of The Binding of Isaac is its addictive gameplay loop. Players are often driven to try "just one more run," as each session offers new experiences and surprises. The permadeath mechanic ensures that failure is part of the journey, making victories feel incredibly satisfying.
  
• Variety of Playstyles: The sheer number of items, power-ups, and character abilities allows for a wide range of playstyles. Whether you prefer a more aggressive approach, focusing on high damage output, or a strategic method that emphasises survival and resource management, the game accommodates all types of players. The item synergies can lead to some truly unique builds, making every playthrough feel fresh.
  

Negatives

• No Fullscreen Mode: A notable downside is the absence of a fullscreen mode. While this may seem like a minor issue, it can detract from the immersive experience, especially for players who prefer to be fully absorbed in the game world. The windowed mode can feel restrictive, particularly on larger screens.
  
[*]Minor Visual Bugs: Throughout my gameplay, I encountered some minor visual bugs that occasionally disrupted the experience. While these bugs are not game-breaking, they can be distracting and take away from the polished feel of the game.

Conclusion

You can get this baby right here for a fiver. I will say its not Rebirth, though. You miss a lot of features with this one, but I do suppose if you are looking for either a cheap Isaac fix or just want to dip your toes in, this would be the one. I do recommend the newest one, though.

If you like to get spanked by the difficulty of this classic game at 50-30 fps (pls cap the game at 30 on steam deck for better experience) I recommend it
This is a certified hood classic

Very difficult and punishing. Tons of items most of which are completely useless. Completely randomized runs with no rerolls. Low rate of fire but very janky movement and targeting. I don't see the phenomena and praise this game gets, the story, music and art are great so there's that. For a good gameplay look elsewhere because this is not it

All people that play this game are straight up retards. Boring as piece of garbage that makes you progress just to get back to the beginnning again to start all over again. Better play the online free version than buying this piece of crap with real money.

Very fun and thrilling roguelike, you get to know a lot of items some of them are useless some of them are very good. You get to experiment with some builds to make your playthrough easier. When u learn how to play u can even win some sh*t runs. Even though it is the first version of isaac it was pretty fun.

While this game beats out everything on coolmathgames, flash Isaac is NOT it. get the DLCs. At least rebirth if you want a taste of what the game is actually like. There's about 200 items in this game and around 10 of them do anything. Get one every run or you lose. Also hard mode is ATROCIOUS. Literally nothing else to say about this. Go look at the rebirth reviews and stop checking here.

This game makes me think that a lobotomy would be an excellent plan B... 10/10

Best action rougelike bullet hell game! I'd say it's worth to try once in your lifetime. I'm really looking forward to buy The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth after playing this one.
Only downside of this version is flash engine performance really hold back the game performance so buy Rebirth version if you want better performance

на тот момент она была хороша, но сейчас лучше потратиться на ребиртх со всем длс и радоваться этой шикарной игре (я поставлю рекомендую чтобы не портить рейтинг хорошей, но устаревшей игре)

very cool game but dls makes it so much better

This game is great! It is worth the rage, not for my desk though. It takes awhile to get used to, but when you do, it's amazing.

i can barely get past the beggining but
it's very fun and addicting
it's difficult but in a way that doesn't annoy me, it's difficult in a fun way that makes me wanna come back and try again

Very good game! the artwork is either good or bad depending on how you look at it, but i really like it! the game is hard but once you get the hang of it it is very fun. not as good as repentance but if you cant get it this is a great option!

Primitive and disturbing are both words you might find in a negative review of a video game, but I actually like this one. Unfortunately, this game is not the inspiring story of a trans dude but instead the tragic tale of a kid running away from his mother into their basement. Where he somehow finds her at the bottom?

Good game but I'm not too fond of roguelikes. I just wanted to play until I beat it.

I'm only playing this game because I 200%'d repentance already. This is a fun game but repentance is so much better. Don't buy this game unless you are seriously into isaac

this is the best flash game ever created and its not even close.

For somebody who has started with "Rebirth" and has over 700 hours clocked in on it. This one has definitely has shown it's age. It's a frustrating, unbalanced, piece of shit of a game. With god awful RNG, room layouts and performance. I hate it so much that it's best left forgotten and it should never see the light of day again.

Отличная игра, если вы любите смотреть как заключённые вами дети сражаются за жизнь, или вы любите атаковать, плача, сражаясь за жизнь.
10 плакс из 10

what a worthless shit of a game, stick with the new one, this one is only good for legacy/nostalgia value and nothing else, its just not enjoyable at all.

7.5/10 (Jogo Bom - Ótimo Preço)

The Binding Of Isaac é um bom jogo, divertido e BEM desafiador, cada jogatina sendo diferente uma da outra, mas o jogo tem seus problemas e algumas coisas são mais difíceis do que deveriam ser por conta dos itens que deveriam aprimorar o personagem. Apesar de ter gostado, recomendo comprar The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth, já que apresenta melhorias em relação ao TBOI clássico e muito mais itens e desafios.

Well it's The Binding of Isaac, what hasn't been said. While not as polished as rebirth I have to say this version does a few things better, namely subpixel dodging feels better, in fact, dodging in this game is so good it will make you horrible at Rebirth.

Item balance is all over the place which makes it somewhat balanced.

Artstyle is better.

Not being able to move when picking something up sucks. Sound design isn't as good either but the music is like 10x better than Rebirth.

Though the sound when you unlock something is music to my ears. I wish it was in Rebirth.

Game is really fucking hard.

Using high tech mechanics to bring you items that grant you no benefits. I did not think I would ever see a world where mom's knife actively hindered a run. 99% of your runs are with base tears so enjoy every run to cathedral taking 40+ minutes. Enjoy the forced damage rooms literally deleting half your health bar because you can't deal enough damage to a single enemy to kill them before you've procced your i-frames 5+ times. Even more forced damage rooms if you decide to play on hard mode because eternal enemies spit in the face of game design.

While this game is good, I would only recommend it to people who want to have a piece of Isaac history to play. Although, you are just better off getting rebirth. Yet again, the game isn't bad, just not as good when compared to its remake.

The og Isaac experience. Hard mode really helped practice the swear and curse words. 11/10

I honestly think this would be as good as the rebirth if it could run at 60 fps

As a good, Baphomet worshiping, goat sacrificing, all around good guy and satanist, I feel that the game ‘the binding of Isaac’ is not safe for my religious practice. The game has many themes of good satanist behavior, such as killing angels and devil deals, but for every benefit, it has horrible acts of Satan, such as killing the Antichrist. I had caught my son playing it, and all seemed good, he was making devil deals, but soon he went into “Sheol” and killed our lord and damner, Satan! This game is fine mechanically, but it’s developers are pushing a Christian agenda, if anyone has made a mod to get rid of the Satan boss fight and replace him with “G*d” or something that would make this game safe for kids, then I would strongly recommend it, but as is, it is offensive and degrading.

---{ Graphics }---
☐ You forget what reality is
☐ Beautiful
☐ Good
☐ Decent
☑ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it
☐ MS-DOS

---{ Gameplay }---
☑ Very good
☐ Good
☐ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Watch paint dry instead
☐ Just don't

---{ Audio }---
☐ Eargasm
☐ Very good
☐ Good
☑ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ I'm now deaf

---{ Audience }---
☐ Kids
☑ Teens
☑ Adults
☐ Grandma

---{ PC Requirements }---
☐ Check if you can run paint
☑ Potato
☐ Decent
☐ Fast
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer

---{ Game Size }---
☐ Floppy Disk
☑ Old Fashioned
☐ Workable
☐ Big
☐ Will eat 10% of your 1TB hard drive
☐ You will want an entire hard drive to hold it
☐ You will need to invest in a black hole to hold all the data

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☐ Just press 'W'
☐ Easy
☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☑ Significant brain usage
☐ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

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☐ Nothing to grind
☐ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks
☐ Isn't necessary to progress
☑ Average grind level
☐ Too much grind
☐ You'll need a second life for grinding

---{ Story }---
☐ No Story
☑ Some lore
☐ Average
☐ Good
☐ Lovely
☐ It'll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☑ Average
☐ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond

---{ Price }---
☐ It's free!
☑ Worth the price
☐ If it's on sale
☐ If u have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☑ Never heard of
☐ Minor bugs
☐ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

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Absolutely fire game, it paved the way for roguelike games.

Getting this classic is definitely one thing that I will never regretted. I never played this game before when it's still a Flash version, but I've been hearing a lot about it and I even get scared when I think it might not my kind of genre of game. But I was mistake. After getting the game myself, I immediately get addicted to it. I even look for other people's gameplay to see how it supposed to play and the story about the game. One thing for sure that I can say, The Binding of Isaac changes my thoughts of games.

i thought this game can be modded like the rest of them but no, and this makes it kinda.. not worth it, not knowing what items do, what stats i have, trinkets etc

This game made me a big fan of the bding of isaac series . This is one of the best flash games i have ever played . Has extremly big content ,you can play this games for hours and dont relized it . I apreciate this game being a little demo to see if I really want to buy tboi rebirth