13 Melee games like FireBall 2 that you should try

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We filtered the 38 games similar to FireBall 2 down to the 13 that fit the “Melee” category. Race The Sun, Stranded Deep and Valheim top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to FireBall 2.

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The best melee games like FireBall 2

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to FireBall 2. Each one has been evaluated across 8 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.

#1Race The SunClosest overall match

iRank77

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeHardcore

Steam👍 93%· 6.3KRAWG👍 45%· 406MC79IGDB86· 2OC79· 24

Year 2013Dev FlippFly · FlippflyPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings racing gameplay, roguelike runs and punishing difficulty, while skipping offline

In Race the Sun you control a spaceship powered by solar energy. You have to dodge objects on your way, for example, from laser beams, other ships and various obstacles, while collecting blue pyramids that will boost the player.

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals.

It predates FireBall 2 by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode77Visuals0

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeOnline

Steam👍 74%· 47KOC64· 14

Year 2015Dev Beam Team GamesOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, deep simulation and sandbox freedom, while skipping offline

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against positive for FireBall 2.

It predates FireBall 2 by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Valheim

iRank87

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

Co-opMultiplayerSoloMeleeOnline

Steam👍 94%· 534KRAWG👍 77%· 642IGDB90· 1OC85· 19

Year 2021Dev Dvoid · Coffee StainPlaytime ~12hOn PC · Linux

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, melee combat and co op

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, deep RPG systems and sandbox freedom, while skipping offline

Prove your worth! Are you worthy of entering Valhalla? You have been sent to Valheim, the 10th Norse world. Only by defeating the mighty beasts of these lands will you win the favor of the gods. This quest will take you to the far reaches of this world, from the deepest forest to the highest mountain peak.

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals.

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#4Elden Ring Nightreign

iRank82

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

Co-opSoloMultiplayerMeleeOnline

Steam👍 82%· 183KIGDB85· 4OC80· 179

Year 2025Dev FromSoftware · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, melee combat and co op

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, deep RPG systems and roguelike runs, while skipping offline

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals.

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#5Diamo XLClosest on visuals

iRank93

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMelee2DHardcoreCasual

Steam👍 93%· 550

Year 2017Dev Nickervision StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, punishing difficulty and vibe casual, while skipping co op

This is an 'XL' version of my unreleased mobile game 'Diamo'. I have added/changed a variety of things to make it more suitable for the Steam platform. I have been learning to make games in my free time and love making small-yet-solid arcade games with simple mechanics.

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: game mode.

It predates FireBall 2 by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6Deliver Us the Moon

iRank82

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMeleeNarrativeSci-FiSpace

Steam👍 88%· 9.2KIGDB78· 5OC74· 67

Year 2019Dev KeokeN Interactive · Wired ProductionsOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and deep simulation, while skipping co op

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals and game mode.

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#7The Flame in the Flood

iRank76

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMeleeNarrativeProceduralPost-Apocalyptic

Steam👍 76%· 7.3KIGDB77· 17OC75· 91

Year 2016Dev The Molasses FloodOn PS4 · PC · Mac

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, roguelike runs and strong narrative focus, while skipping co op

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against positive for FireBall 2.

It predates FireBall 2 by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8Jurassic Park: The Game

iRank55

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMeleeDarkNarrativeSci-Fi

Steam👍 69%· 2.1KRAWG👍 31%· 96MC54IGDB61· 4

Year 2011Dev Telltale GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox · iOS

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping co op

Security systems have failed and the creatures of the park roam free. Now, a rogue corporation will stop at nothing to acquire the dinosaur embryos stolen and lost by Dennis Nedry.

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against positive for FireBall 2.

It predates FireBall 2 by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkHorror

IGDB90· 1OC87· 160

Year 2001Dev Team Silent · Konami

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

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

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals and game mode.

It predates FireBall 2 by 24 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10Influent Language Learning Game

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMeleeTacticalModernExploration

Year 2024Dev Murat Doğançay · Butik Game StudiosOn PC

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and combat tactical, while skipping co op

Feature List6 different characters you can play with 8 Interface Languages 6 different Alphabets (ABC) 3 difficulties suitable for all ages (Easy 7-12, Normal 9-15, Hard 15+) Intra-word usage and pronunciation for each letter About the GameLanguage Learning Simulator - Alphabet is an educational…

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals and game mode.

Genre100Combat86Game mode21Visuals0

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMelee2DRangedHardcore

Steam👍 96%· 6.1KRAWG👍 29%· 68

Year 2016Dev Nickervision StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, vibe casual and ranged combat, while skipping co op

I have been learning to make games in my free time and love making small-yet-solid arcade games with simple mechanics. Please expect 'Bit Blaster XL' to be a small, re-playable, arcade score-chaser game where the only goals are to constantly beat your previous score and unlock some extra ships.

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: game mode and visuals.

It predates FireBall 2 by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat51Visuals43Game mode21

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMeleeStealthNarrativeDark

IGDB88· 3

Year 2003Dev Team Silent · KonamiOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping co op

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals and game mode.

It predates FireBall 2 by 22 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13ARMORED HEAD

iRank98

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMeleeRangedHardcoreNarrative

Steam👍 98%· 1.3K

Year 2020Dev Egor RezenovPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus, while skipping co op

ARMORED HEAD is a miniature shooter, where all the action takes place in one arena. The main character is a gladiator who fights against his opponents in pursuit of the grand prize. His task is to defeat 30 waves of opponents, unravel all the secrets of the arena, and win the gold cup.

Where it drifts furthest from FireBall 2: visuals and game mode.

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