Steins;Gate features Ruka Urushibara, a male character who identifies as female, whose desire to be born a girl becomes a central plot point. While the protagonist uses problematic language, the narrative also shows empathy by having him attempt to fulfill Ruka's wish, resulting in a mixed, ultimately neutral portrayal.

Steins;Gate features Ruka Urushibara, a character who identifies as female and wishes to be born a girl. While Ruka is depicted sympathetically, the narrative treats their gender identity as a physical state that can be altered and ultimately reversed for plot convenience. This, alongside some problematic terminology, results in a net negative portrayal, as it undermines the validity of Ruka's identity.