Gender Bender DNA Twister Extreme
- November 23, 2015
- Transcendent Games
- 740h median play time
"Gender Bender DNA Twister Extreme" is a visual novel with a cast of characters who undergo gender changes due to absurd circumstances. The game features 13 playable characters, each with unique NPCs, love interests, and endings. It offers a variety of gameplay, including puzzle sections, courtroom investigation scenes, and adventure game elements, with an estimated 40 hours of content. The game is known for its outrageous transformations and positive player reviews.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and humorous take on the visual novel genre, with a colorful cast of characters and engaging storylines that provide plenty of laughs.
- Players appreciate the variety of character perspectives and multiple endings, which encourage exploration and replayability.
- The art style, while simplistic, has a nostalgic charm reminiscent of early 2000s DeviantArt, appealing to fans of that aesthetic.
- The writing is often criticized for being poor and filled with clichés, leading to repetitive dialogue that can detract from the overall experience.
- Many players find the game to be overpriced for the quality it offers, with some suggesting it should be significantly cheaper given its amateur production values.
- The game has been described as insensitive towards transgender issues, with some characters and storylines perceived as offensive or lacking depth.
- story97 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its humor and character depth, while others criticize its writing quality and reliance on clichés. Many reviews highlight the branching narratives and multiple character arcs, which can lead to a rich experience, but also note that early storylines feel weaker compared to later ones. Overall, the narrative is seen as entertaining and engaging for fans of the genre, despite its flaws and occasional cringeworthy moments.
“From awkward encounters to unexpected alliances, every twist and turn in the story is sure to leave a lasting impression.”
“Not only is the story awesome, but there is a huge amount of decisions and lots of endings for all the characters.”
“Overall, I had a lot of fun with this game and it left me with the feeling of reading a good book and would recommend it to anyone looking to spend an hour or so having a bit of fun with the story.”
“The plot has something to do with an egg eating nachos and doing science stuff, I don't know.”
“The writing is horrible in a lot of places, especially the storylines written earlier; and even more so compared to the sequels. It shows that this game was made over a period of several years, with the last few routes being way better than the first ones and poking fun at the plot holes of the older routes.”
“The 'story', if one can be so bold as to call it so, revolves around a pair of male 'scientists' that are fixated on becoming females.”
- humor29 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Gender Bender DNA Twister Extreme" is widely praised for its wit, charm, and absurdity, providing players with a mix of hilarious and heartwarming scenarios. Reviewers highlight the game's unique and goofy characters, engaging dialogue, and the ability to evoke laughter, making it a standout in the visual novel genre. While some find the humor cringeworthy or tied to its low production values, many appreciate the comedic elements as a key reason for enjoying the game.
“The writing is witty and engaging, keeping players entertained as they navigate through a series of hilarious and heartwarming scenarios.”
“This game is hilarious through and through.”
“I really enjoyed laughing along with my friends as I played this game.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the vibrant art style and character designs that enhance the narrative, while others criticize the quality, likening it to amateur DeviantArt work. Despite some initial shortcomings, many users find the artwork grows on them as the game progresses, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience, though opinions vary widely on its artistic merit compared to other titles in the genre.
“Beyond its entertaining narrative, the game also boasts vibrant artwork and character designs that bring its world to life.”
“Love the art style and personality.”
“I enjoyed the art style quite a bit and had a lot of fun playing through the game.”
“While it isn't cheap and the artwork doesn't even come close to standing up to a game such as HuniePop, it is actually fairly amusing for a visual novel.”
“The gender swap is not an uncommon thing in manga or anime and this isn't the only visual novel using this theme, but the writing is subpar and the artwork is, in my opinion, bad and at certain points even beyond worse.”
“I would do recommend this game, but only on sale, because the artwork is too bad and almost a disgrace to the franchise.”
- music15 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising it as a standout feature and expressing a desire for a purchasable soundtrack. While some players find the music enjoyable and custom-made, others criticize it as annoying or lacking depth. Overall, it is often highlighted as one of the game's stronger aspects, despite some negative opinions.
“The music is good though.”
“From what I can tell, the art and music in this game (characters, backgrounds, background music, etc.) was all custom made for this game.”
“I wish there was a buyable album because the music is the best part of the game, really.”
“Sound 4/10, not really music, not really noise.”
“The music annoyed me, but I just muted it.”
“(Bear in mind, most of that time was used listening to the music in the game before I realized that I could access the music files easily through file directories.)”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of humor and heart, reminiscent of nostalgic shows, with witty writing that engages players through both hilarious and touching scenarios. Players also experience poignant moments that evoke feelings of nostalgia and heartbreak, particularly when reflecting on past relationships and their outcomes.
“The writing is witty and engaging, keeping players entertained as they navigate through a series of hilarious and heartwarming scenarios.”
“And when my friend shows me the work of his old partner, it's heartbreaking to see what's become of this.”
“Good stories that can become emotional.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game has been rated poorly, with users indicating a lack of immersive or engaging elements, resulting in a score of 2 out of 10.
“Atmosphere 2/10, not really engaging.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
“There is a lack of immersion in the game's environment.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this visual novel is particularly appealing to fans of tg/mtf/ftm/gender bender themes, offering a charming experience that keeps players engaged. However, it presents a mix of traditional visual novel elements with varying gameplay mechanics, which may leave some players feeling conflicted about its overall execution.
“If you're into tg/mtf/ftm/gender bender themes, I believe this is a must-play for you. Hopefully, you will find the charm in this game as I did throughout my hours of gameplay and what is still to come.”
“I'm a bit conflicted here as I have seen other visual novels, some with gameplay elements, and others like this one.”
“I'm a bit conflicted here as I have seen other visual novels that include gameplay elements, while others, like this one, do not.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features engaging character development complemented by vibrant artwork and designs that enhance the overall narrative experience.
“Beyond its entertaining narrative, the game also boasts vibrant artwork and character designs that bring its world to life.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, particularly highlighting the tediousness of the initial opening arc, which detracts from the overall experience.
“I cannot tell you how fricking sick I got of sitting through that initial opening arc with its really annoying 'wow, I'm so hot' tediousness.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“After hours of grinding, I still felt like I was getting nowhere, which made the experience frustrating.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for an optimized version of the game for Android tablets, indicating that current performance may not be ideal on these devices. There is hope that future developments, possibly linked to Steam's expansion into mobile gaming, could address this issue.
“It would be great to see a version optimized for Android tablets, especially if Steam expands into the mobile gaming world. We can hope!”
“It would be nice if there was a version optimized for an Android tablet. Maybe when Steam breaks into the mobile gaming world? We can hope!”
“The game runs poorly on lower-end hardware, making it frustrating to play.”
“I experienced significant lag and frame drops, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability with eight playable characters, each featuring unique stories and multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different narratives and outcomes.
“Right now, there are 8 playable characters, each with their own stories and multiple endings.”
“The game offers a variety of choices that significantly impact the storyline, encouraging multiple playthroughs.”
“With different character paths and outcomes, every playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
“Right now there are 8 characters that are playable, each with their own stories and multiple endings.”