Idioms about The Binding of Isaac

“The first few runs are a real baptism of fire.” What does this mean?

• They are easy

• They are predictable

• They are a very tough introduction

• They are relaxing

If a new item is powerful but also risky, it is a double-edged sword. This means…

• It has no effect

• It is completely safe

• It has both advantages and disadvantages

• It is only harmful

Surviving the early levels of Isaac is often described as a trial by fire. This suggests…

• It is completely optional

• It is very slow-paced

• It is a harsh test

• It is safe and easy

“Getting a good item is mostly the luck of the draw.” This means…

• You always get the best item

• Items are predictable

• Outcomes depend on chance

• The game is unfair

When a guide says the game throws you in at the deep end, it means…

• It explains everything carefully

• You start off with no challenge

• You start without much help

• You begin with easy levels

Isaac’s gameplay is often every man for himself. This implies…

• Players help each other automatically

• Teamwork is required

• Survival depends solely on you

• You cannot die

“Surviving with one heart left feels like living on borrowed time.” This means…

• You are fully safe

• You have plenty of resources

• You are barely surviving

• You cannot take damage

A all or nothing approach in Isaac would be…

• Avoiding risk entirely

• Playing cautiously

• Taking a high-risk move with big consequences

• Ignoring all challenges

“The writing on the wall shows that the next floor is dangerous.” This means…

• The floor is safe

• There is no clue

• There are clear signs of danger

• The floor is irrelevant

Isaac’s roguelike loops can feel like a vicious cycle. This means…

• Progress is permanent

• You always get rewarded

• You repeatedly face punishing loops

• The game is simple