Gender Bender DNA Twister Extreme

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"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.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Gender Bender DNA Twister Extreme screenshot

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 310 reviews

story54 positive mentions

atmosphere2 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and humorous take on the visual novel genre, with a colorful cast of characters and engaging storylines.
Players appreciate the vast amount of content, with multiple characters and endings that provide a lot of replay value.
The art style, while simplistic, has a nostalgic charm reminiscent of early 2000s DeviantArt, which some players find endearing.

The writing is often criticized for being poor and filled with clichés, making it difficult for some players to enjoy the narrative.
Many players find the game repetitive, as it requires replaying similar storylines to unlock all endings, which can become tedious.
The game has been described as insensitive towards transgender issues, with some players feeling that it trivializes serious topics in a fetishistic manner.

story
194 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
70%
2%
The game's story is a mixed bag, featuring a complex narrative with multiple character arcs that intertwine, but it often suffers from poor writing and repetitive dialogue. While some players appreciate the humor and the depth of character development over time, others criticize the initial storylines for being cringeworthy and lacking coherence. Overall, it offers a lengthy experience with over 20 hours of content, but the quality varies significantly across different routes, with later chapters showing improvement compared to earlier ones.
- “From awkward encounters to unexpected alliances, every twist and turn in the story is sure to leave a lasting impression.”
- “Absolutely amazing game with an amazing story for each character.”
- “Not only is the story awesome, but there is a huge amount of decisions and lots of endings for all the characters.”
- “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 was obviously written by a fourteen-year-old boy who just watched his first hentai. Story 1/10, completely illogical and full of stupid characters and events.”
- “If you do that, which you kinda have to for the story to layer and be told correctly, you will have to put up with around 10 hours of conversations that are almost all 'oh no, bad thing is bad/ don't worry, you're sexy/ oh yeah, I am kind of sexy aren't I, teehee/ isn't it great that we're sexy/ oh yeah it totally is/ boobs.'”
humor
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in "Gender Bender DNA Twister Extreme" is widely praised for its wit, charm, and unique quirkiness, making it a standout in the visual novel genre. Players find the writing engaging and filled with hilarious, often cringeworthy moments that evoke laughter, while the goofy character interactions add to the overall comedic experience. Despite its flaws, many appreciate the game's ability to entertain and provoke thought through its humor.
- “The writing is witty and engaging, keeping players entertained as they navigate through a series of hilarious and heartwarming scenarios.”
- “This game is so weird and funny; a lot of the interactions are just hilarious you can't help but like it.”
- “I found this game both hilarious and even a little thought-provoking.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
53%
20%
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 note that the visuals improve significantly in later character paths, making the overall experience enjoyable. However, there are also strong opinions against the artwork, with some recommending the game only if on sale due to perceived deficiencies in the graphics.
- “Beyond its entertaining narrative, the game also boasts vibrant artwork and character designs that bring its world to life.”
- “I enjoyed the art style quite a bit and had a lot of fun playing through the game.”
- “The art style for this game does look like it was drawn on DeviantArt, but it strongly suits the game.”
- “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 recommend this game, but only on sale, because the artwork is too bad and almost a disgrace to the franchise.”
- “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.”
music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
40%
13%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising it as a standout feature and expressing a desire for a purchasable soundtrack. While some find the music enjoyable and custom-made, others criticize it as annoying or lacking quality. Overall, it appears to be a significant aspect of the game that resonates well with a portion of the audience.
- “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.”
- “Very nice soundtrack.”
- “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.)”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game balances raunchiness with a surprising wholesomeness, reminiscent of classic children's shows, and features witty writing that engages players through both humorous and heartwarming scenarios. Players also encounter poignant moments that evoke strong emotions, particularly when reflecting on past relationships and lost potential.
- “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 work of his old partner, it's heartbreaking to see what's become of this.”
- “Good stories that can become emotional.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game has been rated poorly, with multiple users giving it a score of 2/10, indicating that it lacks a compelling or immersive environment.
- “Atmosphere 2/10, not really given.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The gameplay is particularly appealing to players interested in themes of gender identity, such as tg/mtf/ftm and gender bender narratives, offering a charming experience that keeps players engaged. However, there is some ambiguity regarding the gameplay elements compared to other visual novels, which may affect player expectations. Overall, it is recommended for those who resonate with its unique themes.
- “I'm a bit conflicted here as I have seen other visual novels, some with gameplay elements, others like this one.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features vibrant artwork and character designs that enhance its engaging narrative, contributing to a rich and immersive world. However, specific details on character development are not highlighted in the reviews.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, particularly highlighting the tediousness of the initial opening arc, which they found repetitive and unengaging.
- “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.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
Users express a desire for an optimized version of the game for Android tablets, indicating a hope for improved performance and compatibility, particularly if Steam expands into mobile gaming.
- “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!”
- “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!”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game offers high replayability due to its eight playable characters, each featuring unique stories and multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different narratives and outcomes.
- “There are 8 playable characters, each with their own unique stories and multiple endings, which adds to the game's replayability.”
- “The game features 8 characters, each offering distinct narratives and various endings, making it highly replayable.”
- “With 8 different characters to choose from, each having their own storylines and multiple endings, the replay value is impressive.”