Dr. Frank's Build a Boyfriend

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Dr. Frank's Build a Boyfriend is a single player simulation game with romance and erotic themes. It was developed by Heiden and was released on May 30, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Dr. Frank's Build-A-Boyfriend is a comedy BL visual-novel mixed with point-and-click adventure elements.

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Audience ScoreBased on 235 reviews

story33 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a charming and humorous storyline with lovable characters, making it a delightful experience.
The art style is unique and visually appealing, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
It's a short, free game that provides a fun mix of visual novel and point-and-click elements, perfect for a lighthearted gaming session.

The gameplay can feel tedious at times, especially during the item-finding segments, which may disrupt the flow of the story.
Some players found the writing to be cringe-worthy or poorly executed, detracting from the overall experience.
The game is quite short, leaving some players wanting more content and additional gameplay options.

story
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a whimsical and humorous twist on the classic Frankenstein tale, featuring lovable characters and a charming narrative that balances silliness with emotional depth. Players appreciate the engaging dialogue and the cute, quirky art style, which enhances the overall experience. While the story is relatively short, it is well-crafted, offering both comedic moments and heartfelt themes, making it a delightful choice for fans of visual novels.
- “The story is charming, the characters are endearing, and the soundtrack is really well matched!”
- “It spins the classic story of Frankenstein into a silly but compelling romantic comedy.”
- “I wasn't expecting to get emotionally invested in the story and characters, especially not with the comedic way the title and gameplay struck me.”
- “The childish art, the rambling narration, and the contrast between the semi-serious plot and the speech the characters used.”
- “But be prepared for a really weird story.”
- “Story felt somehow uncomfortable and weird, but also kinda charming.”
humor
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
4%
The humor in this game is widely praised for its charm and absurdity, with many players finding it hilarious and unexpectedly engaging. The dialogue is noted for being witty and well-written, contributing to a light-hearted and entertaining experience, despite some players feeling it could become repetitive. Overall, the game is recommended for those who enjoy quirky, funny narratives and endearing characters.
- “This game is hilarious off the bat!”
- “I wasn't expecting to laugh as much as I did, but the humor in this game is right up my alley and I found the interactions/dialogue throughout to be highly amusing.”
- “Absolutely hilarious little gem of a game.”
- “Overall, it's pretty funny, but I would love to see the game with voice acting.”
- “The humor falls flat at times, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While there are some funny moments, they are few and far between.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and charming art style, which many players find cute and engaging. While the visuals contribute positively to the overall experience, some users noted issues with readability and a messy aesthetic that may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the artwork enhances the lighthearted and humorous tone of the game, making it a delightful visual experience.
- “The graphics were really nice and the story easy to follow!”
- “Beautiful artwork at every turn, and a very heartwarming story (especially the secret ending!).”
- “The art style sticks out as comedic yet charming and the music is well suited for what the developer was trying to get across.”
- “Readability is low: the font used is a display font and not the easiest to read, combined with the art style.”
- “The art style may not suit everyone.”
- “What is immediately obvious is that the art style is rather unique.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this visual novel is largely simplistic, relying on point-and-click mechanics and dialogue choices, which some players found enjoyable despite the overall lack of depth. While the humor and story elevate the experience for some, others criticized the writing quality and the handling of game mechanics, noting issues with controls and the flow of gameplay. Overall, the game offers a mix of fun and frustration, with potential for improvement in its mechanics.
- “Had a decent laugh with this visual novel in a point-and-click type gameplay.”
- “The gameplay may be as simplistic as any other visual novel, but the humor and story of it elevate it to another level.”
- “For the main gameplay, I actually enjoyed finding all the little dialogue options for the point-and-click portion (and be careful! You can actually die while playing it!). The only complaint would be that the controls are slightly off at these points, but it's nowhere near bad enough to impede gameplay.”
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
- “Sadly, the only gameplay aspect of the game ruins the flow, as it grinds to a halt on your first playthrough.”
- “However, I feel as though more could be improved upon in the mechanics of the game, for example, when choosing to save and such.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to transform from a quirky premise into a deeply moving narrative about self-acceptance and love, often evoking tears of joy from players. While it incorporates humor, the underlying emotional depth resonates strongly, particularly in its heartwarming endings and character arcs. Overall, players express surprise at how invested they became in the story and characters, appreciating the blend of comedy and heartfelt moments.
- “What started as a quirky little game about building a boyfriend turned into a heartwarming tale of self-acceptance, second chances, and unexpectedly adorable romance.”
- “I wasn't expecting to get emotionally invested in the story and characters, especially not with the comedic way the title and gameplay struck me.”
- “The game started out a tad silly, but really it is quite an emotional and moving story.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for being enjoyable and well-suited to the charming story and characters, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the immersive soundtrack and effective sound effects, noting that the music complements the unique art style and comedic elements. Overall, the soundtrack significantly contributes to the game's appeal.
- “The story is charming, the characters are endearing, and the soundtrack is really well matched!”
- “The music is enjoyable and adds to the game.”
- “The art style sticks out as comedic yet charming and the music is well suited for what the developer was trying to get across.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books to be tedious and frustrating, likening it to a slow reading experience where progress is hindered by constant clicking. Many express that the repetitive nature of grinding detracts from the enjoyment, making it feel like a chore rather than an engaging experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “After you build your 'boyfriend', it's just tedious and annoying.”
- “Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best... imagine the best novel you ever read, but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you wanted to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the character designs are noted as interesting, the reviews do not provide significant insights into the depth or progression of character development, focusing instead on visual appeal and backgrounds.
- “The character designs are interesting, and the backgrounds are quite nice.”

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Dr. Frank's Build a Boyfriend is a simulation game with romance and erotic themes.

Dr. Frank's Build a Boyfriend is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 7 hours playing Dr. Frank's Build a Boyfriend.

Dr. Frank's Build a Boyfriend was released on May 30, 2018.

Dr. Frank's Build a Boyfriend was developed by Heiden.

Dr. Frank's Build a Boyfriend has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Dr. Frank's Build a Boyfriend is a single player game.

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