VN - Ren'Py - Being a DIK [v0.10.1] [DrPinkCake]

It's so funny that I had avoided downloading this game for a long time just because of its name. "Being a 'dick'? Seriously dude... Couldn't you come up with a better name?" Also when I first started playing this, it looked like a regular VN with a common story and similar assets. Then the 'free roam' feature confused me. Because I wasn't used to this kind of gameplay. It was neither sandbox nor visual novel. But not long after the game with its art, unique humor, deep characterizations, fine work that done on animations and excellent story just blew my mind.

It's been 3-4 years man. Like it's for me, for the most of the community, this is the best sex game ever done and one of the best games among all.


It took me so long to write down this review. Suddenly it came in my mind that I haven't been writing any reviews for a long time. Then I considered to keep writing reviews and started with my favorite game.



I'm not going to list pros & cons here. Because, to me, this game has no cons. Everything is excellent. God of the sex games, with only a few competitors.

The best of the best, the golden standard of AVNs, and a must-play for anyone interested in starting their journey with these types of games.

Highly recommend starting with this game as your first AVN and as a benchmark for the rest of the games you might play, since it is currently the highest standard in nearly every department.

This is The Witcher 3 of AVNs, just play it dude.

Had I written this review after ep07 it would have been a 5 *.
Story not bad but it's getting worse every day year.
First 2 season were really funny and enjoyable, then interlude came well definitely a let down in my book. I played MC for 2 seasons and I have to play the girl who left him and ghosted him for at least 6 months ? WTF !
every update take longer than the last, we are now at more than a year between 2 updates.
Minigames : I was ok with it until end of season 2 even if it became a chore if you wanted to explore every LI's path but since S03 it is really too much I'm sure than half of the time between 2 updates is dedicated to minigames.
In short I loved this game but these last 2 years I lost interest in it and The Thrill is Gone as the song says and it's really sad.

Overrated much? The story's okay, but everything else is meh. Whether it's the sex scenes or the Li's, who seem like a bunch of whores...

The top-notch animations feel wasted here. Too much unnecessary filler content just kills the fun. Not worth investing many hours, especially considering the MC's personality is like a doormat – letting everyone walk over him. I gave it a shot until Episode 8, but that's as far as I could go.

P.S.: Jill is overrated.

I was hesitant at first but it has grown on me to become the best Avn on my eyes , the story just caughts you and keeps you playing , the girls every single one of them has something going on for them and feel very human , the guys too literal bros that earn your trust and are likable as hell making you want to be one of them , the gameplay is very nice switching between Vn and free roam is a great choice ,rooster and the messages is something i always wait for because it gets a chuckle from you many times or sweet moments with certains characters

Amazing game, thanks f95 to introducing me to this game, I quickly bought the steam version. I was that impressed by it.

Some downsides some mini games are obnoxious, gets really tedious on reruns. There is binary selection either do all mini games or do none.

Music is great.

I dig the Humour

Top tier Girls, Long live Lily Josy and Jill.

Top tier Bros, love you Derek

Story 2/5
Story is pretty good, even the stories for the main LIs goes from ok to really really bad which is what ruined it for me personaly and the choices in LIs are just to poor which ill explain below, it will contain spoilers so skip this review if you dont want to see spoilers.
But game is well worth playing if you like LIs with big tits, just ignore the 2 normal main LIs, if you can do that game will proberly be a 5 star game for ya.

What i am not a fan of is the lack of main characters and a poor diversity in builds of the LIs, sure there are girls that might be smols but not a single main LI which is a bit annoying when your not into big or huge tits, so they did a pretty poor job when not making sure there would be something for everyones taste.

If you look at the main girls builds cup sizes c would be normal big or huge would be above a c-cup, Bella=huge, Sage=huge, Jill=huge Maya=big, Josy=normal, so yeah not a single small tits girl, really is an awfull selection when it comes to diversity.

And to make it absolutly perfect the two i could go for Maya and Josy is in a fucking lesbian relationship...i mean to me game couldent get any worse, well maybe if they picked one another instend of MC picking one or both which is what happened.....so your forced to be with both if you have the right dik/chick/neutral if not they both just dump you and i hate sharing so that killed the only two LIs i liked, and you arent even allowed to put them stright and tell them to fuck off but your forced to tell them you want to stay friends....and the only remaining LIs does nothing for me.
I will never understand why devs made the choice to ruin the first LI you meet in the game and make it so MC cant pick her for him self and only him self.

Playing 8 chapters or in other words all of season 1 and 2 with no LIs you like since those you might have liked dumps your ass so it really makes game unplayable and its just an idiotic choice from devs side to make it like that, even more so when theres so few main LIs and removing the only ones with close to normal size tits....

Even if Maya and Josy would break up you will always know you where second pick which would make it pointless to go back to any of them, it almost had a chance to fix this fuck up when you talk to Josy the day after she makes it sound like she wanted MC most but couldent say so in front of Maya but MC went breainless and dident even ask about it and left her for a second time which makes no sense to the story up to that point so huge fail and proberly the most stupid thing ive seen in the game.

What made it a really shitty story is when you are on Josys path only like i was, so when Josy talks with Maya all Maya did was flirt and kiss with MC but she still call that cheating like its as bad as MC fucking Josy? it makes no sense and you still cant get to pick josy so only option is to be the 3rd wheel or get dumped, its is pretty close to NTR since you have a sexual relationship with someone who turns down MC and then they start making out while MC is walking out the room.....and not only that it also removes 2 out of only 5 main girls which makes game pointless and its also not even remotely fun to play a hole season 2 after being dumped by them to see them together constantly while MC is alone, just ruins the game.

As for main side girls its a shit show as well unless your into hookers, since Riona, Camila, Quinn, Melanie, Lily, Sarah, Brandi, Envy, Mona (drops out when she has to fuck an old dude but was fine doing people her own age up to that point) so all whores selling sex and Arieth whos just a whore fucking everyone for free and personaly i am not into slobby seconds/hookers in any way and same goes for big and huge tits, so there wasent really much to come for other then story and thats just not enough for a AVN.
So theres like 10 whores out of what 18 girls not counting the 2 teachers, its just to many whores.

And season 3 it only got worse, i mean MC is just to gutless and brainless, so you cant even tell an old ex to go fuck her self nono MC rush in to be her friend....she fucking ghosted him for months and MC just forgives her after 2 seconds....its just to unreal and idiotic considering how bad and how low MC became when she left....why the fuck risk it all over again...he evens invites her to a party i mean wtf why? who the fuck forgive an ex like her and then invite her to a party as well...tried going with Lily even though shes proberly a prostitute as well but she dosent want a relationship so she will keep fucking around so yeah theres really nothing in this game for me at all.
And you keep doing stuff with Maya and Josy? it makes no sense they dumped MC and he follows them around like a dog on a chain why?
MC even ask if Josy wants to hang out to spend some quality time with him?
why is game forcing LIs on you when they arent LIs it feels idiotic and its all points to Josy wanting to be with MC again... i mean its been over a full season, 6 episodes since they dumped him, its way to late to fix the mistake they made in the game by now allowing it waaaaaay earliere before it ruined the game.
And trowing in a brand new girl for whatever attempt to make drama is also a bit to late i mean either you already like someone or you will have quit playing the game since there was nothing for ya, i mean its season 3 so whats the point of that.

Another problem is that you see alot of smol girls but they are either already someones elses girl or a prostitute or simply just not even a LI, and when they are the ones you find to be the hottest girls in game it just turns into one disapointment after then other.

Girls 3/5
Faces are a 5/5 but diversity in the LIs is a 1/5 when it comes to main LIs and then they made all the smols hookers or none LIs so big fail in my eyes, but its down to personal taste.

Animations 4/5
They are pretty good, multiple possitions and so on.

Music 5/5
Great music good diversity in songs cant really ask for more.

Sandbox and mini games 3/5
Sandbox is pretty good icons to move to where you want, but some of the mini games are just so annoying, like the spelling shit cant even use keyboard to type in letters.

Content 3/5
Its 4 years old and is only on season 3 episode 2, so yeah its taking quite some time to get finished.

I cant really justify giving it more then 2 stars mainly due to game being unplayable to me, Josy is who i wanted to go for as the main girl but wasent allowed to and that just fucked it all up, no clue why they make 2 main LIs that you cant be with as the MC without picking them both which would force you to play chick as well and with only 5 main LIs its just idiotic.

Amazing game with great characters and storytelling. The song choice is also a 10/10 and I listen to some of the songs and it brings something out of me. If you haven't played it, I would recommend keep waiting for it to end because it will be a pain waiting for the new episodes to come out. Still I think this is possibly the best VN out there for most people.

Balanced mix of sexual content and storytelling. Mini-games provide change of pace. Multiple paths/partners all with interesting storylines. Strong twists with foreshadowing that feel like logical conclusions of various character's actions.

I had to review this game although everyone knows by now how great it is because it's seriously one of the best visual novels I've ever gotten into! The story hooked me right from the start, evolving into this awesome and super fun experience packed with tons of choices to check out.

The music, character designs, and overall vibe of the game totally sucked me in. And that "karma" system they added? Such a cool touch! It opens up all these different story-lines and interactions with the female characters, making the game-play even more exciting.

I was totally glued to the screen, constantly trying out different choices to see where they'd lead. And hey, the adult scenes? Handled really tastefully, adding to the whole experience without going overboard.

If you're into adult games with a killer story, this one's a must-try. Seriously, don't miss out if you're after a wild and immersive ride.

It's no surprise that 'Being a DIK' enjoys such popularity, given its captivating storyline that elicits laughter, concern, and an insatiable desire to continue. The game boasts a diverse cast of characters, each meticulously developed with rich personalities that transcend mere stereotypes. Coupled with beautifully crafted renders and stunning animations, it's a feast for the eyes.

The initial chapters serve as an introduction to the world and its inhabitants, setting the stage for subsequent narrative arcs that unfold at an exhilarating pace. While I won't divulge spoilers, I highly recommend delving into each character's story through multiple playthroughs - it's a worthwhile investment of time. Credit is due to the writer for imbuing even initially disliked characters with depth, eliciting genuine care from players as the story progresses.

Despite its classification as a VN, 'Being a DIK' introduces innovative elements to enhance gameplay dynamics. 'Free roams' offer players the opportunity to explore various areas, adding a sense of freedom, while the inclusion of unique mini-games adds variety and excitement. The carefully curated soundtracks further elevate the gaming experience.

With ten captivating chapters already released, each offering substantial content, and more in development, there's no shortage of content to enjoy. Impressively, the game remains free from significant bugs or noticeable errors, ensuring a seamless gaming experience.

So, stop reading this boring text, grab some snacks, settle in, and embark on the thrilling adventure that awaits you in 'Being a DIK'.

Being a DIK is the gold standard of VN and I love it, but Season 3 not such much. The biggest issue I have with it is the number of Mini Games they have. They just went overboard with them and some of these are significantly hard. Thank goodness for internet that allows you to search for the answers. I really didn't see a need to shoehorn another girl into the mix but they do give you option of bypassing the interlude so I did that instead of replaying that. So while I was a little disappointed with Season 3 it's still one of the best VN's I have ever played. I played 5 different paths and in playing season it looks like there is at least 5 or 6 more paths that I can follow. That's insane that you have that many paths, so you have so much replay value its crazy. So while this is probably the weakest season so far it's still head and shoulders above any of the other VN and I would give it 4 1/2 stars out of 5 just because of the unnecessary mini-games.

The name was a turn-off, for sure. But I was so blown away by Acting Lessons, and I'd heard so many good reviews that I decided to give it a try.

Pros

• The humor is excellent. The running gags. The inside jokes. Most thing Derek says.
• The emotional hits. Each story with the girls contains something that tugs at the heart strings. I found this especially true with Sage, Quinn, and Jill, but all the others have their own emotional rollercoasters as well.
• The fantasy is fantastic. Dr Pink Cake does a great job of creating a wonderfully idealized version of frat life, but not so-much-so that it breaks the illusion.
• The mini-games are well thought out and I really think Dr Pink Cake must be pushing RenPy up against its reasonable limits given how few other people are being as creative as he's been.
• The soundtrack, which I usually ignore, is amazing. I'm not sure how much time was spent hunting down ALL the music, but damn is it good.

Cons

• It's not done yet.

Great Gameplay
Flawless Animation
Gorgeous Girls
Hilarious Dialogue

Definetly one of the best vns out there. I loved playing it. You can relate to some scenes in this game to some extent. All these Different Emotions and Thoughts that run through your head. MASTERPIECE. HIDDEN GEM.

and four Words:
DEREK IS AN ICON

A very good game! I would recommend even tho it's a little too simple with no taboo relationships. But the 3d is on point.

I would add that even tho I give this a 4 stars, it could be a 5 with the proper girls and relationship, its just alot of story telling with no much choices that affect the overall, but I still recommend to anyone looking for a premium adult interactive movie.

The fight mechanism do go out of that narrative tho, it's better.

The best adult game ever, no doubts every single episode are symphony on motion, inmersive great storytelling beautiful models, wholesome characters, well maded scenes every route are a perfect path to discover the only thing what i complain about it's the time to get a new episode but idk dr.pinkcake absolutely rocks and the magic needs time, effort and good care to get the right spot. Thank you F95, N7, Dr.Pinkcake for making me so happy playing some quality sht.

[Version reviewed: 0.10.1]

What is there to say on Being a DIK that hasn't been said already?

Visually it's a treat: high quality models, well animated scenes and clean UI for both phones and minigames.

Said minigames are pretty cool, if a bit repetitive when replaying the game. They aren't mandatory so that's that (take SanchoMod if you plan on doing several runs, it adds the option to skip them).

Usually not a point I put that high, but the porn's quality is stellar: high-res models and animation coupled with a variety of selectable poses allows for an almost custom experience and I love that.
Don't like doggystyle? Here's 5 other positions, cheers mate.

But the greatest selling point here is the story. It would be criminal to spoil you, so let's just go over the specs:

• Many different paths, with a wide array of possible partners who don't want/need the same thing from you (I hate it when games just give you a list and goes "select this run's main girl").
• Alignment system that opens/closes routes and changes some dialogues/scenes.
• Character writing that allows for intimacy, with that little something that makes you feel for them.
• Supporting characters! Lots of them! FRENS!!! Or maybe not frens?
• The FEELS man. Good feels, bad feels, all the feels! Many characters have a sad story to tell but they don't just dump it on you. It's hard to explain without threading into spoilers so I'll stop before saying too much.
• Quinn. Yes, that's an argument. Yes, I have issues.

You get the picture. This game has so much soul, oozes so much love and devotion from its dev that there’s a risk of being unsatisfied by other games of the same genre.

Try it for your self . This game is awesome. Story , art , characters everything is perfect ♥♥♥
The game is like the Red Dead Redemption 2 of Adult Visual Novels. After you play this, you cannot just play any other AVN. A splendid "Choose your own adventure" game. By the way, only %5 of the game is actually adult content, other %95 is feelings of anger, brotherhood,sadness, love etc.

I am Taiwanese. This was the first time I played H GAME in my life a year and a half ago. I enjoyed it very much and found it interesting. I even developed feelings for the girls . In the end, I didn’t know who to choose. It was so difficult! And because of this I was troubled for three days.

Sage, Bella, and Jill all have almost perfect bodies. They are exactly my type. I prefer Milf. Bella's body makes me crazy every time, and her performance in bed is very intense and overwhelming every time.

The animation, music, background rendering, and character details can be said to be very top-notch, and it can be said to be a very realistic experience. The only drawback may be that roaming time often requires spending some time looking for people to talk to. You cannot skip this point, otherwise Unable to proceed.

It's a pity that you can't choose harem mode or cheating, you have to choose, so you often need to replay the game.

The writer is trying way too hard to create "realistic" relationships, which just makes the writing more jarring because it becomes more evident that he doesn't actually seem to know how relationships work. If you can't write a believable relationship then you should just embrace the fantasy and let players embrace the suspension of disbelief like most other AVNs here. This game is like the uncanny valley of writing.

Renders have high quality but they have such uninteresting composition, the developer's entire strategy just seems to be to throw in a bunch of bright colors to please the eye. But if it works it works I guess.

This might be indicative of the age of the game but the girls just have such uninspired appearances. It's like they just took some Daz model and slapped a Daz hair on her and called it a day. No attempt for unique appearances or anything.

Final point, going back to the writing, this is just the AVN version of Reality TV/soap opera shit, creating drama for the sake of drama, with no actual progression for the characters. But I doubt the developer can keep coming up with new drama to keep the players engaged, as evident by the subpar writing I mentioned earlier.

Highly unrecommended