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The Binding of Isaac: Repentance

The Binding of Isaac: Repentance

The Binding of Isaac: Repentance is the ultimate version of Binding of Isaac, featuring all content from the Rebirth, Afterbirth and Afterbirth+ expansions, plus hundreds of new features and improvements. The ultimate edition of the genre-defining roguelike!

84%
Very Positive
DevelopersEdmund McMillen, Nicalis, Inc.
PublisherNicalis, Inc.
Release DateMar 31, 2021
Peak Players0
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
RPG
AI Review Summary

Repentance is a massive expansion that significantly increases the difficulty and content of the base game, drawing heavily from the popular Antibirth mod. While it offers hundreds of hours of new gameplay and synergies, it has polarized the community due to the removal of Linux and macOS support and significant balance changes that nerf previously powerful strategies.

Pros

  • Massive amount of new content, including new endings and characters that make it feel like a different game.95%
  • Incredible replayability with some players reporting over 800 to 1,200 hours of engagement.90%
  • Deeply rewarding item synergies and variety that keep the gameplay fresh.85%
  • High-quality additions to graphics and music that enhance the overall atmosphere.70%
  • Successfully integrates and expands upon the popular community mod Antibirth.80%

Cons

  • Removal of native support for Linux and macOS platforms which were previously supported.100%
  • Significant difficulty spikes and controversial balancing changes, particularly in Hard Mode.90%
  • Nerfs to popular items and 'steamroll' playstyles that worked in previous expansions.85%
  • Lack of mod support at the initial launch of the DLC frustrated veteran players.60%

Notable Mentions

  • The DLC is largely based on the fan-made Antibirth mod.
  • Long-time players with thousands of hours are sharply divided on the new difficulty curve.
  • This expansion is framed as the final DLC for The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth.
Confidence: 86%
Based on the 201 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Oct 10, 2026
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Total Reviews13.8K
Positive: 11.6K (84%)Negative: 2.2K (16%)

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