VN - Ren'Py - Being a DIK [v0.11.1] [DrPinkCake]

Well, I've finally laid my hands on this game, and I am rather disappointed, for all the praise it has gotten, it sure fell short in my eyes.
Well, to actual review now.

While I understand that this depicts College drama, I've never believed that it could be portrayed so poorly.
From the get-go, we get to meet a cute, likable and nice character, well, two of them in fact, just to later learn that both of them have been... cheating? On us, on each other, but you don't have to be that way, unfortunately, you got no way of simply not talking to them, so you either forgive them or... forgive them and keep fucking, most disappointing choice.

Furthermore, it feels like most of the characters are whores and prostitutes, with little to no integrity.
Honestly, Jill and Sage carried this game for me, sure, both are quite the polar opposites of each other, where you have to be a huge DIK for Sage and Huge Chick for Jill, but, those honestly were the only interesting choices where you at least felt some feelings.
The story is all over the place too, way too many variables to fuck up.

All in all, it's a good idea, but poor execution, as is with a lot of games on this site.

I'll sound like a hypocrite right now, but, I loved the absolute chaos DIK house has brought it, like the whole hell week. But I'd love to get a choice to not be in any bullshit frat house.

Also, for the Head of School being so much about justice, they sure allow a lot of bullshit on their campus... Not like there is a prostitute/exploitation ring, right? Also, Chad really got kicked out because he punched us out? You really wanna tell me some rich boy did not want his ass gone? Welp, that's it for me. Maybe I'll give it another try one day, but this game lacks choices.


2/5 - Bonus points for dildo hats

This game is above any other game from the site. Probably even the best visual novel I ever played. The story seems deeper than what it shows at first and still strikes even harder at each new episode. I've been playing this game since a long time and each time I am drawn back to the game. I love that each character seems to have a lot of character development. One word : perfect. Just play it and you'll see by yourself. My fav girl now is Sage I can't any other lmao.

When people are willing to wait a year for the next episode without losing faith in the project. You know something special is happening and this is soo worth the wait.
Choices that matter, multiple play throughs hours of content. The soundtrack is amazing, the scenes are amazing.
A strong male cast which kinda sounds weird, but to me being the only dude in a game always weirded me out. Having a healthy DIK to tit ratio is something I appreciate. Derek is one of the best characters ever, love the dude.
Mini games are skipable and there are a lot of them, however imo they are done well in general and help with the immersion of the game.

too be fair i love this game, but Quinn is the one i can't stand if she would be selling drugs irl she would be 6ft under i've too much IRL experience in that regard with people that got involved with crime.

One of the best games of this site. A likeable and diverse cast of characters with interesting backstorys. Beautiful visuals and a very good soundtrack. The only negative aspect of the game is drama for the sake of drama. There are certain scenes that suffer from this.

The Doctor really brings his A game every time. A more complex game than your average VN. Huge size, a lot to do, a lot of girls and with choices that actually do affect what you get. And not heartbreaking like Acting lessons, so that is always a plus.

This is peak game. You have a great story, amazing characters (even some character development),GREAT scenes and fun mini-games (At least until ch10). I loved it from top to bottom, so I'm anxiously waiting for it's update

I think it's a pretty good game. It is a very character-driven story and well written. The renders are also high quality and the scenes are hot. Worth your time to play. You can download the multimod to skip the minigames/collectibles.

I would give a 4.5/5 if it was allowed.

It had everything to be the best game on the site, but the story is the main problem. The game tries to sell a realistic experience, but at the cost of the player's experience.

STORY 3/5:
The story presents the protagonist, his problems and his relationship with his father very well. The game was incredible at first, however, it starts to decline after the protagonist goes through "Hell Week" and joins the DIKs and when we are introduced to the mechanics of the DIKs' house, that's when the game completely goes downhill and becomes boring.
• REPETITION:
The game doesn't know how to measure the amount of drama. At first, the drama was cool, well done, something new to see, it brought depth, however, throughout the game, this keeps repeating itself, it's a drama that is only there as filler and doesn't add anything to the story or character development.
And the game requires the player to pay attention to the story, otherwise, depending on what you choose, you may end up going down unwanted paths with the protagonist and have to start all over again.

CHARACTERS AND DIK/CHICK SYSTEM 2/5:
The characters are well-built, but they are harmed by the story (constant repetition of drama) and the DIK/CHICK system.
The developer, in trying to create something realistic, limits the player's experience. If you are totally DIK or CHICK, you will only have meaningful interactions and scenes with girls who have the same alignment as you. I played with my protagonist totally DIK and it was so frustrating having to keep interacting with Josy, Maya and Jill because I knew I would not have any progress or development with them, and if you want to have anything with them, you have to restart the whole game again.

SEX SCENES 2/5:
The scenes in this game are mostly just teasing and hints of sex, or when sex is about to happen, something comes up to break the mood. These teasings that then evolve into sex are extremely unrealistic and irritating. If two young people are into each other, they will have sex and not be teased and hinted at.

GAMEPLAY/MINIGAMES 5/5:
This is a Ren'Py game that has Freeroam at certain times. The game's strongest point is the minigames, which are creative, engaging and make you want to play, especially the fighting system (which unfortunately is rarely used in the story).

FREEROAM 5/5:
The Freeroam in this game is extremely good.
The protagonist has a working phone where you can access minigames, access social networks to interact with other characters.
There are also contacts where you can send messages or call, and you can request services from characters. There are also collectibles and secrets in the scenario, which is cool.

DETAILS 5/5:
The game's details are also another strong point and show the developer's dedication and effort. Choices in this game matter, even the smallest ones. Depending on how you treat someone or respond to someone, that person can help or harm you with other characters in the future.

GAME MUSIC 5/5:
Another highlight, the songs are well chosen and bring immersion.

It's a game ruined by the attempt to create something realistic. Too much realism where there shouldn't be any and it's very unrealistic in parts where it should be realistic.
This makes the game extremely punishing.

DO I RECOMMEND IT?

This was just my experience and my opinion of the game.
If you want to have your own conclusion, play it and find out, you might like it or not.

This is absolutely worth your time to invest in. In my first playthrough I didn't get the route with the girl I wanted, but I still continued, and it turned out it was greater than I thought.
Whatever routes you choose, there will always be great things about them.

Choices really matter, and those really affect the way other characters in the game talk to you, which leads to many variations of the game that I suggest you should find out by yourself if you have time.

Mini games are not that bad; some of them are quite challenging and addicting. I can't believe it, but I am really addicted to the math-logic game in season 3. If it's your first playthrough, then I suggest you choose to play those mini-games at least one time; after that, it's your choice.

I usually play only one time in these VN games, but I guess this time I'll try to unlock all the routes.

The game is not perfect, but it still deserves a 5/5 rating.

Sage Path is my favorite so far, she gets adorable later on, following closely by Isabella

I thought I would hate this game the way some of this stuff works, but get rid of the minigames and what's there is actually very solid. The only thing missing would be a harem option, but I get this isn't that kind of story.

If you can handle college life in a game, this is a solid one.

This is the first adult VN I played, the one that got me interested in this type of games and showed me they're not just a boring and senseless form of porn, but can actually have nice stories and great characters. I love this one but the last chapters feel like 90% minigames and 10% and character development/story progress. I appreciate DrPinkCake's skills when it comes to creating intuitive and interesting minigames but come on, man. I would dare say 90% of people play these VNs for the characters, story and yeah, the sex, but def not for the minigames. The updates are taking a very long time and when they are finally out, you go to play to see how Quinn's, Bella's, Riley's and all the other girl's stories progress, to then play a long minigame and just have a short part that is actually focused on the characters. I really like Quinns arc and development but in the last episode it feels almost like back to square one with her.

Anyways, I'd still recommend this one to anyone. Still one of the very best if not the best. Very nice gameplay and intuitive free roams, many of girls to choose from, nice college setting. Good sense of humour, some interesting plot twists and character arcs. I just hope DrPinkCake will focus more on the novel part rather than the minigames and 'game' ones.

The most overrated and ill conceived AVN game ever made.

It be beggars belief to me how this is so highly rated. Average renders, very stiff animation, boring characters (the MC himself is a daddy's boy drama queen and Quinn is the only girl that is mildly interesting and Derek is the most annoying best friend character ever), story is ponderous and very poorly written, mini games are actually the best thing is game because they break up the monotony of the utterly awful story, and the 4 main LI's none of them are worth following (Jill being the absolute worse)

Considering how much Dr Pinkle get from Patreon for this game you think he would make something half decent, but nope we get this mess.

0.5 out of 5, 0.5 is just for Quinn and the mini games.

Not much I can say that hasn't already been said, Sage is best girl, DPC is kinda an asshole, MC is a bit of a drama queen, Camilla has the best ass, the minigames kinda suck but that doesn't really matter at the moment, sex scenes are flawless, romance is flawless, stay the fuck away from burning buildings etc etc 10/10

When I first started playing Being a Dik, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. As someone who enjoys story-driven games with mature themes, I figured it would be like most other adult visual novels—filled with explicit scenes and not much else. But after diving in, I quickly realized that this game was much more than just another "adult" game. It has so much heart, humor, and depth, which completely surprised me in the best way.

The game starts with the protagonist, who’s in a tough spot emotionally and financially, heading to college. Right from the get-go, I felt like I had a chance to shape this character’s future. The choices you make in Being a Dik actually matter—not just for the love interests, but for the kind of person the protagonist becomes. Whether you lean into being a respectful, hardworking guy or a rebellious “bad boy,” every decision has weight, which made me really invested in the outcome.

What I appreciate the most is that even though Being a Dik is filled with mature content and humor, it never feels gratuitous. The relationships and even the more explicit moments feel connected to the story, which made me care about these characters more than I expected. I found myself genuinely rooting for the protagonist, not just to hook up with the girls but to navigate the complicated dynamics of college life, friendships, and rivalries.

Speaking of characters, this is where Being a Dik really stands out. Each person you meet in the game feels distinct, with their own personalities, motivations, and backstories. I enjoyed how the interactions felt realistic—there’s a lot of depth to each character, especially the potential love interests, who aren’t just eye-candy but are well-developed and have their own arcs. The game does a fantastic job of making me care about them, from the sweet moments to the drama-filled ones.

Visually, the game is gorgeous. The character designs are spot on, and the environments truly capture that college atmosphere. The art and animations really bring the world to life, and I found myself getting immersed in the setting as much as in the story itself. The soundtrack also complements everything perfectly, from the upbeat tracks during fun moments to the slower, more emotional ones that hit just right when the drama kicks in.

That said, Being a Dik isn’t for everyone. If you’re not into adult content or crude humor, it might not be your cup of tea. The sexual scenes are frequent and explicit, and some of the humor can definitely be off-color. But for me, the game struck a perfect balance—it's adult, but it’s not just about sex; it’s about choices, consequences, and building relationships.

Overall, Being a Dik is a standout in the adult visual novel genre. It has everything I love: a compelling story, relatable characters, meaningful choices, and yes, plenty of steamy moments. But it’s the heart behind it all—the personal growth, the friendships, and the drama—that makes it something special. If you're someone who enjoys adult games with substance, Being a Dik will not disappoint.

This is a review for season 1 and 2, I'll wait for completed season 3 or for abandoned before playing the rest of it.
It's criminal not to give this game five stars.
Let's all agree that Josy is actually the worst girl in this game, I know there is morons hating on Madame Rose thinking she is dominating them, if you feel emasculated by a woman inside a game that you are doing sexual things to who isn't even a domina, maybe don't mess with other guys that can turn you into an onahole bitch, just saying.
Amazing 3d animations, amazing collection of girls, if you are not into fetishes which is the norm now in the porn industry this game is perfect for you, but with that you get one of the most popular games, since it attracts a lot of virgin vanilla boys.
I unlocked 89/117 scenes in my first playthrough, which is actually weird, I counted what's missing and it's 20 scenes, because at the start of the game I thought Quinn's restaurant was a permanent thing, turns out it wasn't.
I'll fast forward a second playthrough and unlock all the rest using scrappy for cheats.
I think one of the worst decisions you could make in this game, is doing the Cathy scene, because it locks you out of 3 or 4 scenes with Isabella, so maybe save and see Cathy's final scene, and then reload and refuse instead.
Another bad decision would probably be going with Jade, but sadly it's scenes are few and far between, about 3 in total, so that definitely needs a second playthrough, or again just cheat? not sure if cheating will work with that scene.
But it's a bad decision because the scenes with Maya and Josy are much much more, and Maya is a bombshell.
A lot of different body types, a lot of different ethnicities, but really, the game is very vanilla, the wildest shit you do is public sex (nobody will see you but it's in public) and then it's all about the different sex positions which isn't really that innovative.
Anyway it was good, I don't think I'll have any further comments after unlocking what I missed in this playthrough.

This is a great VN. All around nice and memorable characters. The quality increased tenfold over development. I find some aspects a bit "meh", like the "house management" but that does not impact your enjoyability at all. I very much recommend this one.

Easily one of the best games of its genre, perhaps the best. The animations and visuals are fairly top tier, same with the minigames, very creative stuff for renpy. The only criticism I seriously have is that in a lot of the scenes, the characters seems to be moving a bit slow, like at 70 percent speed or something, so maybe speed a lot of the animations right on up, but great stuff here.

It is the best game with awesome graphics and superb story. Full story based on college life. I never played any game like this game. All the characters are mind blowing. I definitely bate for this game. Anyone will love it.

The Best VN of every time. is simple, beatyfull, perfect characters, amazing history, best sex animations, best mini games, all in one, the best of best, being a dik 100/10, will past to the history, the best visual novel of every time JillGod for ever

My first experience with this game was 4 years ago. I continued to wait for updates and chapters, finally finishing the game in 2 years.

If you asked me how was the game at that time, I would say it was clearly the best game of that time. Characters were interesting, (Sage and Jill definitely awesome, others are decent) Character modelling was high quality and the story was a typical collage student's journey but still interesting.

Yet, each season felt like it started to lose its quality. The first season was perfect, I would give 5 starts to it, but once the second season came, I felt like it wasn't great as first season. There were not that much of new characters, fooling with what we already have and only progressing with the story. That would rated 4 stars for me tbh.

After I finished the season 3, I again felt like it wasn't good as much as before, even lower than the previous season. Still, finally having a great time with Jill was worth it. Still, I cannot give this 5 stars, again. I can say 3.5 stars

That would because some things inside this game are shouldn't be here. I don't think there would be character paths in a game like this. You need to play the whole 3 seasons to see the other characters paths, also ending doesn't feel right.

I will still give 4 stars because of the characters, renewing the club house quest and the quality time this game gave me. It could be better, and it makes me sad.

I was playing this game when I was in high school. I was just turned to 18 around this time of the year and was playing this game as my first H-Game. Now, I'm 22 and a collage student. I feel old and sad.