The Genesis 2 Female figure represents a significant component in the digital content ecosystem for Daz Studio and Poser users. According to the provided documentation, this figure is classified as Generation 6 and is available as a free download within the Genesis 2 Starter Essentials bundle. This bundle is included with orders of Daz Studio 4 Pro or can be accessed via the DSON Importer for Poser. The base figure includes Basic Female shapes, Toulouse Hair, G2F Basicwear, the Persian Beauty Outfit, Elite Texture Bree, and associated poses.
While the Genesis 2 Female figure itself is free, the availability of specific add-ons, morphs, poses, and expressions varies. Some resources remain available at no cost, while others that were previously free have been discontinued or moved to a paid model. The following analysis outlines the current landscape of free resources, discontinued offers, and paid alternatives based strictly on the provided source material.
Discontinued Free Offers and Current Pricing
Users searching for free content should be aware that some developers have ceased distributing their freebies. Source [1] explicitly states that freebies from VAlzheimer Studio are discontinued as of December 1, 2022. Specifically, the "VA2014 Freebie: Eclypse Expressions," which contained 30 expression presets and a zero preset for the 3DUniverse Eclypse figure for Genesis 2 Female, is no longer available for free. This content is now available for a price of $5.
Available Free Morphs and Characters
A variety of free morphs and character shapes for Genesis 2 Female are documented across community resources. Source [3] and Source [2] provide extensive lists of these resources, though users must verify the status of specific links, as some are noted as dead.
Body and Head Morphs
Several free morphs allow for customization of the Genesis 2 Female figure: * Sensual Body Morph: Available at Most Digital Creations, designed for Poser and DAZ Studio. * XXXL Morph: Also available at Most Digital Creations. * G2F Ext3nd Morphs: Available via the Ext3nd Studio blog. * G2F Eye Morphs: Previously available on ShareCG, though the link is currently dead. * G2F Head Shapes: Available on Renderosity. * G2F Lower Tusks: Previously available on ShareCG, link dead. * Gen2Fem - Natural Nipples Morph: Available on Renderosity.
Character Shapes and Cosplay
Several specific character shapes are listed as free resources: * Bibi: A Genesis 2 Female shape previously on ShareCG (link dead). * Melana: A Genesis 2 Female shape available on Renderosity. * G2 Female Marilyn Monroe Morph: Available on Renderosity. * G2F Sophia Loren Morph: Available on Renderosity. * G2F - General Purpose Anime Girl: Available on Renderosity. * Genesis (2) Female Teen: Previously on ShareCG (link dead). * Genesis (2) Girl Teen Morph: Previously on ShareCG (link dead).
Source [2] lists additional character resources, though the reliability of these specific links is not verified in the provided text beyond the listing: * Star Books' Cori for Gen2 * Kamion99's Genesis head morph for Gen2 * MickyBel's teen Ayumi for Gen2 and MickyBel's teen Amy-Aimei for Gen2 * Amy_AiMei's Amy-AiMei for Gen2 * DreamyFarlea's Gen2 Guy Morph * Atrion666's diffuse skin tones and Fantasy Races for Gen2 (dwarves, elves, fairies, giants, hobbits). * RAMWolff's morph pack for Gen2 and Enhancement Morphs for Gen2. * AnIronButtefly's Qiao-Fu for V6 and Hotaka male morph for Gen2. * Adam Thwaites' V6 Sam Morph and V6 Elle Morph. * Jabba's Decadence Morphs for Gen2 and Ethnic 1 for Gen2. * Cauri Blackthorne's Autofit of Gen2/V6 stuff for Genesis. * Ghastly's Flat Chest for Gen2, androgynous morph, anime morph, male morph, natural nipples, and pubic mons. * FireFlightt's Female Teen 1 Morph, Female Teen 2 Morph, and Little Toddler Morph. * ThespiSis' Teen Missy Morph.
Free Poses and Expressions
Poses and expressions are essential for animation and rendering. Several sets are listed as free in the provided sources.
Specific Pose Sets
Source [5] lists numerous pose sets compatible with Genesis 2 Female (G2F), often extending compatibility to Genesis 3 (G3F) and Genesis 8 (G8F): * Ski Pose Set 3 and Ski Pose Set 4 (compatible with Genesis, G2F, G3F, G8F). * Squee Tree Decorating Poses. * SuperHero Martial Arts for G2F Volume 3 (Daz Studio only). * Swimming aniblocks sampler G2F. * Save Me for G2, G3, G8 (available on Renderosity). * SleepWalk Barefoot 00, SleepWalk Barefeet 01, SleepWalk Pose 0, SleepWalk pose 01, and SleepWalk Pose 02 (available on Renderosity). * Sleepy Expressions for Genesis 2 Female (available on ShareCG). * STposeForV6 (available on Renderosity). * Vehicles pose set for Genesis 2 Female (available on ShareCG). * YNposeForG2Female (available on Renderosity).
Expression and Pose Bundles
Source [5] also references specific expression and pose bundles from VAlzheimer Studio and Adam Thwaites: * VA2014 Freebie: 30 Expressions For 3DU Eclypse! (available on DeviantArt). * VA2014Freebie: 30Expressions For OOTFiendsForever! (available on DeviantArt). * Adam Thwaites' Sexy 35 Pose Set. * Adam Thwaites' Photo Model 47.
Recent Free Content and Promotional Offers
The availability of free content is dynamic. Source [4] highlights freebies available in February 2023, noting that as Genesis 9 becomes more adopted, freebies for Genesis 8 and 3 are expected to increase.
February 2023 Freebies
According to Source [4], Daz offered several free items during this period: * Summer Dress for Genesis 2: Specifically noted as a free item for Genesis 2. * Texture Sets for Genesis 2 Clothing Items: Multiple texture sets were available. * Fairytale Unicorn: A free item. * Sweet Home Poses for Genesis 3 Female(s): An adorable set of poses compatible with Victoria 7 and Teen Josie 7.
Daz+ Promotions
Source [4] mentions an "Everyone is Daz+ Day" promo running concurrently with these freebies. This promotion included price reductions and discount memberships to Daz+. While not a free sample in the traditional sense, it represents a promotional opportunity for users to access premium content or memberships at a reduced cost.
Technical Compatibility and Installation
The Genesis 2 Female figure utilizes Autofit features within Daz Studio to adapt items from previous generations. Source [6] confirms that G2F can be imported into Poser using the DSON Importer for Poser. The base figure is essential for utilizing the free resources listed, as many morphs and poses are dependent on the Genesis 2 Starter Essentials bundle.
Parented Props
Source [6] lists two parented props compatible with G2F in Daz Studio: * SY SF Injector G1G2F * ECH_JeweledSai
Community Compilation and Reliability
The sources provided are a mix of official listings, community compilations, and individual developer pages. Source [2] describes a community effort to compile freebies for the Genesis 2 figure to "cease difficulties with searching for free stuff." While this effort lists many resources, users must exercise caution. The prompt notes that if a claim appears in an unverified source, it should be labeled as unconfirmed or omitted.
Source [3] and Source [5] provide extensive lists of links. However, several links in Source [3] are explicitly marked as dead (e.g., Bibi, Melana, G2F Eye Morphs). Users attempting to access these resources will find them unavailable. The Renderosity links in Source [5] appear to be active listings, but the provided text does not confirm current availability.
Summary of Free vs. Paid Status
Based on the provided data, the status of Genesis 2 Female content can be summarized as follows:
- Base Figure: Free via Genesis 2 Starter Essentials.
- Discontinued Freebies: VAlzheimer Studio expressions (now $5).
- Active Free Morphs/Characters: Various body/head morphs (Sensual, XXXL, Ext3nd) and character shapes (Marilyn Monroe, Sophia Loren, Anime Girl) are listed as free on Renderosity, ShareCG (mostly dead links), and Most Digital Creations.
- Active Free Poses: Numerous pose sets (Ski, SleepWalk, Save Me, Vehicles) are available on Renderosity and ShareCG.
- Promotional Freebies: Time-limited items like the Summer Dress for Genesis 2 and texture sets appeared in February 2023.
Conclusion
The Genesis 2 Female figure remains a viable asset for digital artists, supported by a legacy of free and paid resources. While the base figure is freely accessible, the ecosystem of add-ons is fragmented. Users must navigate community lists and developer sites to find specific morphs or poses. The most reliable sources for free content appear to be Renderosity and the official Daz 3D ecosystem, though specific links provided in the source material indicate that some historical resources are no longer hosted. For current freebies, users should monitor platforms like Pixelsizzle for monthly roundups, such as the February 2023 list, which highlighted specific free clothing and poses.