The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth +

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  • Summary: The latest expansion to The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth features: 55+ new items, new final chapter with boss and ending, new playable character, greed hard mode, daily greed runs, 5 new challenges, loads of new achievements, new bosses and other little editions, plus new dev tools! so you canThe latest expansion to The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth features: 55+ new items, new final chapter with boss and ending, new playable character, greed hard mode, daily greed runs, 5 new challenges, loads of new achievements, new bosses and other little editions, plus new dev tools! so you can design, edit and play and endless number of mods, features and whole new games that the community will no doubt eventually design.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 24, 2017
    90
    The final chapter of the Isaac series has arrived, and what a wacky, bare-buns ride it's been. [Issue #27 – May/June 2017, p. 69]
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  2. God is a Geek
    Sep 7, 2017
    90
    The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ is my favourite version of the game having played it across literally everything it has released on.
  3. Pocket Gamer UK
    Oct 5, 2017
    90
    The Binding of Isaac Afterbirth+ on Switch isn't just a brilliant port - it's arguably the best way to enjoy a modern roguelike classic.
  4. NintendoWorldReport
    Mar 27, 2017
    85
    I think the game is supremely enjoyable, but it’s not for everybody. Now if you’ll excuse me, I have to travel through Mom’s Scarred Womb and destroy what appears to be a giant fetus before taking on Satan. Toodles!
  5. Trusted Reviews
    Sep 11, 2017
    80
    Too weird and repellent for a mainstream audience, too brilliant for any serious gamer to ignore, The Binding of Isaac has found a surprisingly natural home on Switch. It’s ideal for short bursts and longer sessions of handheld play, and the sort of title that only gets richer and more interesting the more hours and effort you put in. Edward McMillen’s cult classic isn’t for everyone, but if it’s for you there’s no better way to play it.
  6. Cubed3
    Mar 29, 2017
    80
    The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ is the most updated console version and features two-player co-op. With both Joy-Con, there is a lot of game here to play with someone friendly. With over 10 endings and a seemingly endless amount of unlockable content/features, expect to get far beyond 100 hours logged in. For its price, The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ pretty much has it all and more thanks to the Switch hardware. For some it may become a grind, and others may never be able to get past Edmund McMillen's wonderful sense of humour. Those who get beyond those quibbles will have one of the most addictive and creative indie games in their pockets and on their TV.
  7. Meristation
    Oct 11, 2017
    78
    The points that makes the game special are the endless ways to reinvent it and the many forms to take a walk on your own path of chaos. This Nintendo Switch Version is a good way to upgrade "the Binding of Isaac Experience" which brought us Edmund Mcmillen 6 years ago. Perfect for those who never played it or who just simply want to have fun anywhere.

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  1. Positive: 50 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 63
  3. Negative: 8 out of 63
  1. holnugget
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    This is the ULTIMATE version of The Binding of Isaac and has all the DLC and expansions. The pre-order version or first 2,000+ copies have anThis is the ULTIMATE version of The Binding of Isaac and has all the DLC and expansions. The pre-order version or first 2,000+ copies have an instruction booklet, stickers, and a reversible box sleeve/artwork. The game is amazing fun and with all the random dungeons, will provide hundreds of hours of gameplay. Having this on a cartridge (which is how I purchased) helps save space on the internal memory. The expansions are simply more of the original and add quantity to the experience. As an indie game it feels big budget. With Best Buy's GCU discount, I got it for $31+tax. Well worth it for a boxed version with cartridge and limited edition instruction manual. Reminds me of gaming in the early 90s.… Expand
  2. ms110
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    you will be always have curiosity to play the game again and again. best game i have played on nintendo switch lite.
  4. ziovax
    May 23, 2017
    10
    Isaac is simply the best action/shooting dungeon crawler. This version earns all the DLC bonus and the portability. Many goals to achieve,Isaac is simply the best action/shooting dungeon crawler. This version earns all the DLC bonus and the portability. Many goals to achieve, every match played is different from the previous ones. A mix of skill, luck and constancy, perfectly calibrated for hundreds of hours of fun. A must have.… Expand
  5. Bryzzo
    Jun 2, 2017
    10
    This game is pretty terrific. You have to be alert & ready for anything. Random enemies in every room make for tense gameplay. The controlsThis game is pretty terrific. You have to be alert & ready for anything. Random enemies in every room make for tense gameplay. The controls are tight and the replay value is astronomically high. Experimenting with all the myriad item & weapon combinations is a blast. Check it out.… Expand
  6. cool_dork
    Feb 3, 2019
    9
    Endless fun!!! So many items and secrets to discover. I only wish that there were more characters, but this is a very small complaint.
  7. Th3StartButton
    May 26, 2019
    8
    Pretty good like ahhgg watch a guide on items if you want an easy game then probably skip this one cause you'll die a lot first time around
  8. Nintendist
    Jun 30, 2022
    0
    this game has terrible visual, the gameplay is not good. i really dislike it

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