The Binding of Isaac
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Steam Week in Review: Steam just got its first 'dopamine site', so you can fatten a fake backlog without…The article discusses the phenomenon of 'dopamine sites' that simulate the pleasure of online purchases without spending money, drawing parallels to the Steam backlog and the addictive nature of accumulating games. It highlights a website called Steam Sale Simulator that replicates the Steam storefront experience, allowing users to 'buy' games endlessly. The piece also touches on the rise of idle games and the psychological aspects of consumerism in gaming.
"Long live physical media": Devs and publishers of Baldur's Gate 3, Silksong, and more call Sony's decision to end physical PlayStation games "genuinely heartbreaking"Sony's decision to cease production of physical PlayStation game discs starting in 2028 has been met with dismay from developers and publishers. Many express sadness and a loss of desire to develop for the platform, citing the importance of physical media for preservation, collector value, and the joy it brings to players. Companies like Larian Studios, Lost in Cult, and Fangamer are particularly vocal about the impact on their work and their commitment to physical releases.- Engagement RingThe Binding of Isaac: Rebirth has achieved a new concurrent player record on Steam, over 12 years after its initial release. Additionally, KOEI TECMO EUROPE announced that the Dead or Alive 6 series has surpassed one million units sold worldwide.
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth hits a new concurrent player record on Steam 12 years after it was releasedThe Binding of Isaac: Rebirth has achieved a new concurrent player record on Steam, with nearly 131,000 players, surpassing its previous peak from 2021. This surge is attributed to a significant 90% discount during the Steam Summer Sale. The game, along with its expansions like Repentance and Repentance+, continues to be a popular roguelike, currently ranking as the 10th biggest game on Steam.
12 years on, roguelike royalty The Binding of Isaac is suddenly bigger than everThe Binding of Isaac: Rebirth has reached new player count highs on Steam, surpassing 100,000 concurrent users for the first time. This surge in popularity is attributed to a significant 90% discount during the Steam Summer Sale, making the game and its complete package exceptionally good value.
Palworld lead says there's no "bad blood" between rival survival games like Valheim and Rust: "We all get along really well because we all have something in common!"Pocketpair's John Buckley stated that there is no rivalry between survival game developers, emphasizing that they all share a common passion for the genre. This sentiment is highlighted by the "Super Survival Summer" bundle on Steam, featuring Palworld, Valheim, Rust, and other titles at a discounted price. Buckley also shared his personal involvement in curating the bundle as a side project.
Steam Summer Sale brings my favorite indie roguelike and all its DLC down to $5, which is wild value for a game…The Steam Summer Sale is offering a significant discount on The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth Complete Bundle, which includes the base game and all its expansions. This bundle, typically costing over $50, is available for $5.09, representing a 90% discount. The article highlights this as an exceptional value for a highly regarded roguelike game.
I've spent 5 hours diving into the Steam Summer Sale with our features editor, and these are the 11 best games on…The Steam Summer Sale is live, featuring significant discounts on a variety of games. This guide highlights 11 top picks, including Resident Evil Requiem, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, with many titles reaching their lowest prices to date.
You are the disease in Pathogenic, a bit like Spore meets The Binding of IsaacPathogenic, a twin-stick shooter with roguelike mechanics developed by Aberrant Labs and published by Slug Disco, is set to release on July 16, 2026, with native Linux support. Players control a parasite evolving and fighting the immune system within a body, featuring over 120 unique organelles and mutations for customization.
Check out the 50 most popular Steam Deck games for May 2026This article lists the 50 most popular games played on the Steam Deck during May 2026, based on data from Valve. The list includes newly released titles like Forza Horizon 6 and Subnautica 2, alongside enduring favorites such as Slay the Spire and Stardew Valley.- Everything is Gun! Rejects "Safe" Modern Shooters to Fuse Game-Breaking Isaac Synergies with Raw Unapologetic 90s SpeedIncineration Productions announced Everything is Gun!, a PC roguelike FPS launching in Q4 2027. The game aims to fuse the high-speed, skill-based gameplay of 90s shooters with the game-breaking synergies found in titles like The Binding of Isaac. Key features include uncapped momentum, Isaac-style weapon mutations, and asynchronous multiplayer revenge mechanics.
The first big Mewgenics update is great news for Mages, with a wealth of balance changesThe first major update for the cat-collecting strategy game Mewgenics, version 1.1, has been released, introducing extensive balance changes and adjustments. Developers Tyler Glaiel and Edmund McMillen have focused on rebalancing classes like Mage, Hunter, and Tinkerer, alongside modifications to inbreeding, stimulation, and various in-game disorders and events. The update aims to enhance gameplay variety and address player feedback.
Now Playing at SUPERJUMP Issue 40This article features previews of several games currently being played by the SUPERJUMP editorial team. James Burns is enjoying Capcom's Pragmata, praising its unique combat and art design. Jahanzeb Khan is hooked on Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.VO. World Stage on Nintendo Switch, while Nathaniel Kelly is playing Final Fantasy Legend 3 for a community event. PJ Walerysiak finds Tales of Kenzera: Zau to be a moving experience inspired by grief, and Kristina M.H. is finding The Binding of Isaac addictive despite its dark themes. CJ Wilson also shares positive impressions of Pragmata and revisits Lococycle from Twisted Pixel Games.
Here's the top Steam Deck games for April 2026The top games on Steam Deck for April 2026 include Slay the Spire 2 and Vampire Crawlers, alongside other popular titles like Stardew Valley and Baldur's Gate 3. Several newly released games also made the list, such as RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike and PRAGMATA. The article also notes that the Steam Deck continues to be frequently out of stock.
Mewgenics co-creator says "it's crazy" there are secrets that people still haven't found even after…Mewgenics co-creator Edmund McMillen expressed surprise that players still haven't discovered all the secrets within the game, both in terms of lore and gameplay, over two months after its release. He noted that the lore holds more undiscovered aspects than the gameplay. This revelation comes from McMillen, who is known for embedding complex secrets in his previous works like The Binding of Isaac.
What Does Liberty Cap Do in The Binding of Isaac? (Complete Trinket Guide 2026) | TAGThis guide explains the Liberty Cap trinket in The Binding of Isaac, which has a 1 in 40 chance to mimic a random mushroom-themed passive item upon entering a new room. The effects are temporary and vary each room, with potential boosts to damage, speed, or size. The article details when the trinket is beneficial, when to replace it, and its synergies with other items, particularly the Smelter item for permanent absorption.
As expected - Slay the Spire 2 leads the way for the most played Steam Deck games for March 2026Slay the Spire 2 topped the list of most played games on Steam Deck in March 2026. The article provides a top 50 list of popular titles, with other notable games including Stardew Valley, Baldur's Gate 3, and Elden Ring. The author also mentions continued playtime in Overwatch and Death Stranding 2.
Bullet hell roguelite Mr. Sparkle’s Nightmare hits Steam later this year — MP3s & NPCsZillo Games will release their bullet hell roguelite, Mr. Sparkle's Nightmare, on PC via Steam this summer. The game features a spell-crafting system where players combine runes to create new effects, procedural generation, and meta-progression, similar to titles like Enter the Gungeon and The Binding of Isaac. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Hit Strategy Roguelike Mewgenics in Active Development for PS5 as Devs Tease PortMewgenics, a turn-based tactical roguelike from the creators of The End Is Nigh and The Binding of Isaac, is confirmed to be in development for PlayStation 5 and potentially the Nintendo Switch. Footage of the game running on PS5 has been shared, though a release window has not yet been announced. The game features strategic cat-based combat and a breeding system for future runs.
Mewgenics teased for Nintendo Switch 2Mewgenics is confirmed to be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, as teased by creator Edmund McMillen. McMillen shared a post on X showcasing the game running on Nintendo's upcoming platform. A release date for the roguelike tactics game has not yet been announced.