Unlock the secrets of Technology, The Virus, and Wiggle Worm in The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth. Learn their effects, visuals, and how they change your gameplay.
Alright, let's dive into some more game-changing items in The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth. This section covers a few that really alter how your tears function, and one that's a bit more... hands-on. We'll break down Technology, The Virus, and Wiggle Worm.
Technology
This one's pretty cool visually and functionally. When you pick up Technology, your tears turn into lasers!
| TABLE POSITION: Row 8, Column 6 | ITEM MESSAGE: Laser Tears |
| EFFECT: Stats aren't changed, but the character can now fire lasers. Shots now pierce enemies, but still don't pierce terrain. Projectile momentum is eliminated as well as knockback. Very powerful against multi-segment enemies (Chub, Larry Jr. etc.) as each shot can pierce segments and damages each one separately. | |
| VISUAL: character now has a cool bionic eye. | |
| COMMENTS: This is a fantastic tear modifier. Being able to pierce enemies means you can hit multiple foes with a single shot, which is super handy for dealing with those annoying segmented bosses like Chub or Larry Jr. Just remember, these lasers won't go through rocks or obstacles, so keep that terrain in mind. |
The Virus
Get ready for a bit of a gross-out with The Virus, which gives you a poisonous touch.
| TABLE POSITION: Row 2, Column 4 | ITEM MESSAGE: Poison Touch |
| EFFECT: The character can now poison enemies on touch. If the character doesn't kill the enemy from the initial touch damage, then the enemy will deal the player touch damage in return. Most enemies don't die from the inital touch damage except for flies, meaning there is no way for flies to damage you once you have The Virus. | |
| VISUAL: The character turns pale and has sores over his body and warts on his head. Cutely terrifying. | |
| COMMENTS: This item is a double-edged sword. While you can poison enemies, you also take damage if they survive the initial poison. The big upside? Flies, which are usually a pain, can't hurt you at all if you have The Virus, as they typically die from the initial touch damage. It's a trade-off, so be mindful of your positioning. |
Wiggle Worm
Wiggle Worm messes with your tear trajectory, making them a bit more unpredictable but easier to land.
| TABLE POSITION: Row 7, Column 6 | ITEM MESSAGE: Sssss! |
| EFFECT: Tears now 'wiggle' through the air, making them more likely to hit enemies. They're no longer affected by momentum. Moving forward whilst firing projectiles will make them move much faster. | |
| VISUAL: Character is no longer crying and has small beady shaking eyes with dark rings around them. Their teeth are showing, but not smiling. A bit of a derp face. | |
| COMMENTS: If you struggle with aiming your tears, Wiggle Worm can be a lifesaver. The 'wiggle' makes your shots more forgiving. However, losing momentum means your tears won't curve around corners as effectively, which can be a bummer. It's great for keeping shots on target in open areas or tight corridors where you're just firing straight ahead, but less ideal if you rely on precise momentum shots. If aiming is a big hurdle for you, give it a shot; otherwise, you might find it a bit limiting. |
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