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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

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We filtered the 35 games similar to Blow it up down to the 9 that fit the “Melee” category. People Playground, X: Tension and Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Blow it up.

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The best melee games like Blow it up

9 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Blow it up. Each one has been evaluated across 9 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1People PlaygroundClosest overall match

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GenreSandboxSubgenreCreative Sandbox

SoloMeleeCasualSandbox WorldDark

Steam👍 98%· 311KRAWG👍 83%· 146

Year 2019Dev mestiezPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Fits the creative sandboxes cluster, with sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with horror tension, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping puzzle design

Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls. This game is for people who enjoy throwing around ragdolls but want it to be more detailed, satisfying, and feel more free while doing so. There's more than enough space to play around in. And there's more than enough to play with.

Where it drifts furthest from Blow it up: visuals.

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GenreSandboxSubgenreCreative Sandbox

SoloMeleeSandbox WorldSci-FiSpace

Steam👍 78%· 138RAWG👍 61%· 23IGDB80· 1

Year 2010Dev EgosoftPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Fits the creative sandboxes cluster, with sandbox freedom, deep simulation and sandbox world

≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy, setting scifi and setting space, while skipping puzzle design

X-Tension is the eagerly awaited expansion pack to X: Beyond the Frontier. The expansion is not limited by a linear plot line but makes use of new ways to expand your empire. You can now take part in missions that are offered to you throughout the game. Features More Ships - You are no longer limited to one ship, but can now buy and pilot all fighters and small transports in the game.

Where it drifts furthest from Blow it up: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against positive for Blow it up.

It predates Blow it up by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades

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GenreSandboxSubgenreCreative Sandbox

SoloMeleeSandbox WorldEarly AccessRanged

Steam👍 97%· 23KRAWG👍 84%· 25

Year 2016Dev RUSTPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Fits the creative sandboxes cluster, with sandbox freedom, deep simulation and sandbox world

≠ Its own twist: first-person shooting, shooter and strong narrative focus, while skipping puzzle design

Do you like hotdogs? How about horseshoes? Hand grenades? (everyone likes hand grenades) Anyway, we got all that, and guns. So if you like cooking, lawn games, and ordnance, this is the VR sandbox game for you.

Where it drifts furthest from Blow it up: tone and visuals.

It predates Blow it up by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4Garry's ModClosest on tone

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GenreSandboxSubgenreCreative Sandbox

SoloMeleeCasualSandbox WorldMultiplayer

Steam👍 97%· 1.2MRAWG👍 74%· 1.6K

Year 2004Dev Facepunch Studios · ValvePlaytime ~14hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Same family of creative sandboxes: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with first-person shooting, shooter and ranged combat, while skipping puzzle design

Garry's Mod or simply GMod is a source-engine based modification that now works as a standalone game. With no plot or exact gameplay at all, anyone can create his own game mode to play for fun. You can find anything you're into.

Where it drifts furthest from Blow it up: visuals and game mode.

It predates Blow it up by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

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#5VTOL VR: AH-94 Attack Helicopter

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GenreSandboxSubgenreCreative Sandbox

SoloMeleeSandbox WorldMultiplayerCo-op

Steam👍 98%· 21K

Year 2017Dev Boundless DynamicsPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Both are creative sandboxes — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and sandbox world

≠ Stands apart with combat tactical, historical setting and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping puzzle design

VTOL VR is a near-futuristic combat flight game built specifically for Virtual Reality. You are the pilot of an AV-42C, a Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) capable vehicle that can perform transport, air to surface, and air to air combat roles. Take on a wide array of challenges that will put your flight skills, situational awareness, and combat tactics to the test.

Where it drifts furthest from Blow it up: visuals and game mode.

It predates Blow it up by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6VTOL VR

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GenreSandboxSubgenreCreative Sandbox

SoloMeleeSandbox WorldMultiplayerCo-op

Steam👍 98%· 21K

Year 2017Dev Boundless DynamicsPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Both are creative sandboxes — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and sandbox world

≠ Where it differs: brings combat tactical, historical setting and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from Blow it up: visuals and game mode.

It predates Blow it up by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreSandboxSubgenreCreative Sandbox

SoloMeleeSandbox WorldOfflineMultiplayer

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Year 1990Dev Technos Japan · InfogramesOn Xbox · Switch

✓ Same family of creative sandboxes: sandbox freedom, sandbox world and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fighting mechanics, while skipping puzzle design

Where it drifts furthest from Blow it up: visuals and game mode.

It predates Blow it up by 35 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8Kitchen Simulator 2015Closest on visuals

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GenreSandboxSubgenreCrafting Sandbox

SoloMeleeCasualSandbox World3D

Steam👍 40%· 329

Year 2015Dev WhackAKey GamesPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Shared with Blow it up: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, horror tension and strong narrative focus, while skipping puzzle design

Description Kitchen simulator The game that turns you into the chef.

Where it drifts furthest from Blow it up: tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against positive for Blow it up.

It predates Blow it up by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9Bugsnax

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GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloMeleeCasualSandbox WorldNarrative

Steam👍 97%· 9.0KRAWG👍 61%· 176MC76IGDB76· 7OC75· 94

Year 2020Dev Young HorsesPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Blow it up, it's known for sandbox freedom, puzzle design and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping deep simulation

We are what we eat. Bugsnax takes you on a whimsical adventure to Snaktooth Island, home of the legendary half-bug half-snack creatures, Bugsnax. Bugsnax takes you on a whimsical adventure to Snaktooth Island, home of the legendary half-bug half-snack creatures, Bugsnax.

Where it drifts furthest from Blow it up: visuals and tone.

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