34 Melee games like Die by the Blade that you should try

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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 46 games similar to Die by the Blade down to the 34 that fit the “Melee” category. Party Animals, Knockout City and Gang Beasts top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Die by the Blade.

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GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

The best melee games like Die by the Blade

34 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Die by the Blade. Each one has been evaluated across 14 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.

#1Party AnimalsClosest overall match

iRank74

GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

MultiplayerCo-opSoloPvPOfflineMeleeCasualThird Person

Steam👍 80%· 77KRAWG👍 81%· 40IGDB50· 1OC76· 34

Year 2023Dev Recreate Games · Source TechnologyPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the 3D fighting games cluster, with fighting mechanics, vibe casual and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, deep RPG systems and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

Fight with or against your friends in Party Animals! Choose your character from a diverse cast of adorable animals as you battle it out across multiple game modes to be the last one left standing in the ultimate competitive brawler.

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: tone.

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#2Knockout CityClosest on progression

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GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

MultiplayerPvPCo-opSoloMeleeCompetitiveSkill TreeThird Person

Steam👍 86%· 8.4KIGDB86· 9OC81· 63

Year 2021Dev Velan Studios · Electronic ArtsOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Both are 3D fighting games — sharing fighting mechanics, competitive edge and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings sports simulation, adventure storytelling and setting scifi, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: setting.

Genre100Combat100Progression100Game mode84Tone65Visuals55

GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

MultiplayerSoloCo-opOfflineMeleeCasualThird Person

Steam👍 85%· 65KRAWG👍 77%· 400IGDB65· 5OC66· 32

Year 2014Dev Double Fine ProductionsPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the 3D fighting games cluster, with fighting mechanics, vibe casual and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, adventure storytelling and visual isometric, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

Gang Beasts is a silly multiplayer party game with surly gelatinous characters, brutal mêlée fight sequences, and absurdly hazardous environments.

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: visuals and tone.

It predates Die by the Blade by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode81Tone39Visuals34

GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeDarkSkill TreeThird Person

Steam👍 64%· 1.7KIGDB61· 12OC67· 57

Year 2016Dev Visual Concepts · 2K GamesOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the 3D fighting games cluster, with fighting mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings sports simulation and deep simulation, while skipping competitive edge

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: tone.

It predates Die by the Blade by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Progression100Game mode60Visuals52Tone32

GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeDarkSkill TreeThird Person

Steam👍 74%· 3.7KIGDB72· 8OC76· 73

Year 2018Dev Yuke's · 2K SportsOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Both are 3D fighting games — sharing fighting mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with sports simulation and deep simulation, while skipping competitive edge

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: tone.

Genre100Combat100Progression100Game mode60Visuals52Tone29

GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

SoloMultiplayerCo-opPvPMeleeDarkThird Person

Steam👍 69%· 161KRAWG👍 49%· 1.7KMC76IGDB77· 22OC77· 136

Year 2017Dev Ubisoft · Ubisoft EntertainmentPlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of 3D fighting games: fighting mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and combat tactical, while skipping competitive edge

For Honor is an action game developed by Ubisoft Montreal. The game mixes the element of fighting and hacks and slashes with a heavy focus on multiplayer.

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: setting and tone.

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GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeSkill TreeThird Person

Steam👍 65%· 2.8KIGDB67· 11OC70· 47

Year 2015Dev Visual Concepts · 2K SportsOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC

✓ Both are 3D fighting games — sharing fighting mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with sports simulation and deep simulation, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

It predates Die by the Blade by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8Chivalry: Medieval Warfare

iRank79

GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

MultiplayerCo-opPvPMeleeDarkCompetitiveThird Person

Steam👍 83%· 65KIGDB72· 4

Year 2012Dev Torn Banner Studios · Lace Mamba GlobalOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Linux

✓ Fits the 3D fighting games cluster, with fighting mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and competitive edge

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, deep RPG systems and combat tactical, while skipping vibe casual

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: setting and visuals.

It predates Die by the Blade by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9Def Jam: Fight for NY

iRank73

GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

OfflineSoloMultiplayerMeleeThird Person

IGDB73· 2

Year 2004Dev EA Canada · Electronic Arts

✓ Both are 3D fighting games — sharing fighting mechanics, melee combat and offline

≠ Where it differs: brings sports simulation, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

It predates Die by the Blade by 20 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10SoulCalibur

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GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

SoloMultiplayerMeleeThird PersonFantasy

IGDB60· 2

Year 1998Dev Project Soul · NamcoOn Android · iOS

✓ Both are 3D fighting games — sharing fighting mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings fantasy world and historical setting, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: setting and game mode.

It predates Die by the Blade by 26 years, with what that implies technically.

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#11Mortal Kombat 1Closest on game mode

iRank78

GenreFightingSubgenre2D Fighter

SoloMultiplayerPvPOfflineCo-opMeleeDarkCompetitiveSkill Tree3D

Steam👍 72%· 46KIGDB84· 6OC84· 148

Year 2023Dev NetherRealm Studios · WB GamesOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ If you enjoyed Die by the Blade, expect fighting mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and competitive edge

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

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: setting.

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#12Street Warriors Online

iRank57

GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

MultiplayerMeleeThird PersonOnline

Steam👍 57%· 1.6K

Year 2016Dev Crazy Rocks StudiosPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Fits the 3D fighting games cluster, with fighting mechanics, melee combat and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: sports simulation, deep simulation and online features, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

This is the first, realistic PvP brawling game for up to 8 vs 8 players with original, dynamic combat system and fast, round based battles. Create and develop Your character while earning new skills and items that helps You beat Your opponents. Gather Your friends and fight together in a clan.

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: game mode.

It predates Die by the Blade by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Visuals52Game mode22

GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

SoloMeleeCyberpunkThird PersonTactical

Steam👍 95%· 97MC80

Year 1996Dev Adeline Software International · Activision BlizzardPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are 3D fighting games — sharing fighting mechanics, melee combat and setting cyberpunk

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, combat tactical and historical setting, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

A deadly virus has invaded a top secret military super computer. Its catastrophic time-warping effects now threaten to overtake the computer systems of the world. If you cannot restore its memory in time, the growing virus will cause the world's collapse.

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: game mode and setting.

It predates Die by the Blade by 28 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14Totally Accurate Battle Simulator

iRank88

GenreFightingSubgenre3D Fighter

SoloMultiplayerMeleeThird Person3D

Steam👍 98%· 150KRAWG👍 74%· 235

Year 2021Dev LandfallPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are 3D fighting games — sharing fighting mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and adventure storytelling, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

Totally Accurate Battle Simulator is a wacky physics-based tactics game. Experience accurate warfare through the ages.

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: tone and setting.

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#15Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZeroClosest on visuals

iRank85

GenreFightingSubgenreArena Fighter

OfflineSoloMultiplayerPvPCo-opMeleeCompetitiveThird Person3D

Steam👍 88%· 70KIGDB83· 7OC82· 126

Year 2024Dev Spike Chunsoft · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn Xbox · Switch · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Die by the Blade, expect fighting mechanics, competitive edge and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, open world exploration and setting anime, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

Where it drifts furthest from Die by the Blade: setting and progression.

Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Tone62Genre50Setting0

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Steam Xbox PS

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