# DNA Play — Create hilarious monsters > Create and mutate unique monsters through DNA puzzles and gene alteration. (iPhone/iPad app by AVOKIDDO.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dna-play/id1033801524 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [AVOKIDDO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1137946176) - Category: Education, Games, Family - Price: $4.99 - Rating: 4.40/5 from 2,160 App Store ratings · 68 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 155 MB - Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 1 more - Released: 2015-10-14 - Data updated: 2026-08-27 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dna-play/id1033801524/reviews.md ## What is DNA Play? Create your own funny monsters and transform them in real-time by building and tweaking their DNA! Over 200 billion unique life forms at your fingertips! Feed your monsters, dance with them, watch them skate, get to know their quirks. • App Store "Best of 2015" • Reached #1 in Kids & Education on the App Store in US, UK & many more countries • Digital Ehon Award - Prize Winner 2017 • Tutora Award - Best Educational App 2017 • "App of the Week" by BBC Focus Magazine • Featured in "Apps of the Month" by The Guardian • "Learning about genetics becomes child’s play" - Cool Mom Tech • "A playful and amusing introduction to a big STEM concept!" - Madison Public Library • "Sneak scientific knowledge under a child’s radar by turning it into a game" - The Sunday Times This fun monster maker game introduces kids to the basic science of DNA in an easy pure-play style. Learn how to build creatures by completing a series of simple DNA puzzles. Get creative and experiment with quirky mutations of different body parts by altering genes. Have fun playing with your monsters and change their form in real-time while they dance, skate, eat or sleep! CREATE & MUTATE Start with a basic unformed figure and complete the gene puzzles to give it a fully grown torso, face and limbs. Then tweak the genes or simply tap on the monster's body parts to trigger mutations. Observe how the tiniest change in the DNA code can lead to unimaginable new characteristics. Watch your monster turn from yellow to red, grow pink hair and 6 eyes, have its ears transform into fish fins and its belly pop out and crave for food. Best of all, these are emotional creatures with vivid personalities, so prepare to be surprised! PLAY & EXPLORE Once you complete all 6 body parts it's time to play with your monsters and have fun! Feed them, tweak them, push them, squeeze them, make them jump or slide! Go for a skateboard ride with them! Get to know their quirks. Do they enjoy being chased by an elephant, being hypnotized or listen to music? Are they afraid of the dark? Discover what makes them sneeze, laugh or cry, how their voice changes after mutating their faces! Try, experiment and evolve! Why stick with 2 short legs when 4 tall ones are so much better for flamenco dancing? Keep transforming and observe which forms look better in various activities! Take photos and share your genetic blueprints so friends can clone your beasts. Build your personal library of ready-to-play, cute little monsters. Science has never been so fun! MAIN FEATURES • A playful introduction to DNA, biology and genetics • Build over 200 billion unique monsters! • Complete the DNA puzzles, swap their pieces to mutate • Tap on body parts to trigger random mutations • Plenty of unexpected and hilarious interactions • Transform monsters in real-time while they dance, sleep, eat, skate & more! • Save your monsters in a ready-to-play library  • Save snapshots of your creations stamped with their DNA code • Parents' section includes basic info on DNA, illustrated tutorial, interaction hints & play ideas • Ideal for kids 4-9 years old • Perfect for STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) • Language neutral game-play • No time limits, free-play style • Exceptional graphics, superb music & original sound design • Safe for kids: COPPA compliant, no 3rd party ads, no in-app purchases PRIVACY POLICY We respect your privacy! We do not collect, store, or share any personal information. Our app does not contain 3rd party ads or in-app purchases and is completely safe for young children. Read our privacy policy here: http://avokiddo.com/privacy-policy. ABOUT AVOKIDDO Avokiddo is an award-winning studio, creating top quality apps for education and playful learning. We think that when you enjoy something, you become one with it; and it is in this creative state that learning takes place. More about us at: avokiddo.com ## Key features - Create over 200 billion unique monsters - Solve DNA puzzles to build creatures - Alter genes for real-time mutations - Interact with monsters in various activities - Discover monster personalities and quirks - Save monster creations and DNA blueprints ## What do users think of DNA Play? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 👍 Fun and creative - 💡 Teaches about DNA and diversity - 🥰 Child-friendly and engaging - 🤩 Customizable monsters **Cons** - 😕 Limited gameplay and interaction - 😒 Repetitive and boring after a while - 🤔 Difficulty controlling/interacting with monsters - 💰 Overpriced for the content **Commonly reported bugs** - Food items hard to pick up - Glitches and crashes on some devices **Most requested features** - More gameplay options and activities - Ability to name and save monsters - Additional customization options - Improved controls and responsiveness ## Recent user reviews (10 of 68) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dna-play/id1033801524/reviews.md ### 3/5 — There are some glitches … *2026-07-08, version 1.6* Pretty good overall ### 2/5 — This game is OK *2025-09-21, version 1.6* I am upset because when you make a cool monster in the game, you don’t get to play with it except that what it’s DNA I just wanna be able to play with my monster that isn’t messing with its DNA then. I otherwise would say it was a good game ### 3/5 — Ok I guess *2025-02-09, version 1.6* Ok but not for me ### 5/5 — So fun and customizable *2024-12-01, version 1.6* (Review from a 6 year old) “this game has fun secrets, funny graphics, and I like discovering new monsters and secrets.” ### 5/5 — So COOOOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLLL🥹😍❤️‍🔥🫨🤯🫠🥳🐌🧿❤️💗💓💕💝💖 *2024-11-24, version 1.6* I have a lot of things that I want to talk about this game.1# thais so many things that I love about it.2# and it’s just so much better than what it was like back then.3# I think you should try and get this game for you and you’re kind\kids🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩶🖤💜💙🩵🤍🤎❤️‍🔥❣️💕💞💓💗💖💘💝💟 ### 5/5 — I love D.N.A play it is the best game. *2024-08-03, version 1.6* Any time my kid needs to be quiet they will just make the funniest little things ### 5/5 — I love it *2024-07-17, version 1.6* I love it and I have my brother playing it too! ### 3/5 — It’s good but it needs more stuff…. *2024-06-01, version 1.6* Don’t get me ring it is a awesome game! There are many cute and creepy monsters ( in a good way) but it needs more. all you do in this game is watch the monster dance and be chased by an elephant and feed them but we need more than that please. P.S: I don’t want a computer to respond. Please let the actual developer to respond. thank you! :) ### 4/5 — Dana play *2024-04-13, version 1.6* Dana play has made many good games this one is amazing just so much fun and learning comes out of it ### 4/5 — Ну нормально *2023-12-19, version 1.6* Окей ## Frequently asked questions about DNA Play ### What does the DNA Play app do? This app allows users to create and mutate unique monsters by solving DNA puzzles and altering genes. You can then interact with these creatures in real-time, feeding them, watching them skate, and discovering their individual personalities and quirks. ### How does the app teach about DNA and genetics? The app introduces basic concepts of DNA, biology, and genetics in a playful, pure-play style. Users learn by completing simple DNA puzzles to build creatures and by experimenting with gene alterations that trigger mutations and new characteristics. ### Is the app free to download and use? Yes, the application is free to download and use. The provided information indicates it does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a completely free experience. ### What kind of interactions can I have with my monsters? Once your monster is built, you can engage in various activities like feeding them, pushing them, making them jump, or watching them skate. You can also discover their unique personalities by seeing how they react to different situations, like being chased or listening to music. ### Can I save my monster creations? Yes, you can save your monsters in a ready-to-play library. Additionally, you can save snapshots of your creations that are stamped with their specific DNA code, allowing you to share your genetic blueprints with friends. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.6 — 2023-11-25 Minor improvements ### 1.2.4 — 2020-12-09 Minor improvements ### 1.2.3 — 2019-12-04 Minor improvements ### 1.2.2 — 2019-09-18 Better optimization for iPhone X and devices that display the bottom Home Bar. ### 1.2.1 — 2018-12-08 • You can now save more monsters in your ready-to-play library! • Minor improvements ## Apps similar to DNA Play | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Monster Mingle](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-mingle/id915545000) | 4.0 (28) | $3.99 | Education | | [Endless Learning Academy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/endless-learning-academy/id1034523226) | 4.2 (1,685) | Free | Education | | [Curious World: Games for Kids](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/curious-world-games-for-kids/id994556645) | 4.2 (1,185) | Free | Education | | [Light & Color by Tinybop](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-and-color-by-tinybop/id1553926187) | 4.5 (15) | $3.99 | Education | | [Dinosaur Coding Games for Kids](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dinosaur-coding-games-for-kids/id1579272798) | 4.4 (1,490) | Free | Education | | [Sesame Street Games Club](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sesame-street-games-club/id6449282808) | 4.1 (17,803) | Free | Education | ## More apps by AVOKIDDO - [Beck and Bo - Toddler Puzzles](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beck-and-bo-toddler-puzzles/id557624393) - [Avokiddo Emotions](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avokiddo-emotions/id661758013) - [ABC Ride: Learn the alphabet](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abc-ride-learn-the-alphabet/id827657068) - [Thinkrolls 1: Puzzles for Kids](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinkrolls-1-puzzles-for-kids/id917176209) - [Thinkrolls 2: Puzzles For Kids](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinkrolls-2-puzzles-for-kids/id968707176) All apps by AVOKIDDO: https://appshunter.io/developer/1137946176 ## Related topics [dna play](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dna-play) · [dna monster](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dna-monster) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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