Comparison

Playground 3D! vs MelonBox

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Playground 3D!

This is a physics-based sandbox game where you can create custom scenarios and observe realistic interactions between characters and objects. Explore endless possibilities for creative experiments and simulations with a variety of tools and environments.

Highlights
  • Realistic physics engine
  • Diverse characters and objects
  • Stunning 3D graphics
  • Wide selection of tools and weapons
  • Endless creative possibilities
Features
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Introducing Playground 3D - the ultimate physics-based sandbox game! Create your own scenarios and watch the chaos unfold in stunning 3D graphics. Manipulate a variety of characters and objects with realistic physics and see how they interact with each other. From explosive experiments to wacky simulations, the possibilities are endless! Choose from a wide range of tools and weapons, and let your imagination run wild. Experiment with different environments, and watch as your creations come to life. Playground 3D offers a unique and entertaining experience that will keep you coming back for more. So what are you waiting for? Start playing today and let the fun begin! Features: • Realistic physics engine for lifelike interactions • Diverse range of characters and objects to manipulate • Stunning 3D graphics for an immersive experience • A wide selection of tools and weapons to experiment with • Endless possibilities for creativity and experimentation • Unique and entertaining gameplay that will keep you coming back for more

About

MelonBox

Create and destroy in a 3D sandbox universe. Build worlds, populate them with dynamic characters, and unleash chaos with a variety of weapons. Experience a living environment that reacts to your actions.

Highlights
  • 3D world-building
  • Dynamic character creation
  • Over 20 weapons
  • Interactive environments
  • Sandbox gameplay
  • Community features
Features
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MelonBox: Your Canvas of Creation & Chaos - World-Building Unleashed: Dive into a 3D sandbox universe where your imagination crafts the landscape. From towering cityscapes to intricate structures, create without limits. - Dynamic Characters: Populate your world with characters that breathe life into your creations. Assign roles, craft stories, and watch your narratives unfold in real time. - Arsenal of Destruction: Embrace chaos with over 20 weapons at your disposal. Experience the thrill of destruction, with every action rendered in stunning realism. - Living Environments: Interact with a world that responds dynamically. Witness the consequences of your actions in a game that blurs the line between creation and chaos. - Endless Possibilities: Whether you're an architect or an anarchist, MelonBox is your platform to experiment, destroy, and create. - Join the MelonBox Community: Embark on an odyssey limited only by your imagination. Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Playground 3D!4 screens
MelonBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Playground 3D! at 4.6 against MelonBox's 3.4. Playground 3D! also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 25%) and ratings volume (10K vs 47). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Playground 3D! sells 18 one-off in-app purchases and MelonBox sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Playground 3D! holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Playground 3D! has 10K ratings behind it against 47, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Playground 3D!'s written reviews are positive against 25% of MelonBox's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Playground 3D! ships an update every 2 weeks, MelonBox every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Playground 3D! versus MelonBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlayground 3D!MelonBox
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (10K ratings) — better3.4 (47 ratings)
Positive reviews65.4% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings10K — better47
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size246 MB394 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperLiudmyla PetryshynKIDS GAMES LLC

Customer experience

Playground 3D!

All ratings10,270 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral4.7%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews130 reviews
Positive65.4%
Neutral10.0%
Negative24.6%

MelonBox

All ratings47 ratings
Positive55.3%
Neutral8.5%
Negative36.2%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative58.3%

Bugs and requests

Playground 3D!

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Keeps kicking players out of the game
  • Crashes on launch or shortly after
  • Issues with saving progress and login

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more maps and environments
  • Implement team-based gameplay
  • Include more interactive elements
  • Introduce more customization options
  • Add a train and other vehicles

MelonBox

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

18 purchases

Playground 3D!

One-time18
  • Hunter$1.99
  • 10 Keys$1.99
  • Cave$1.99
Show 15 more
  • Bunker$1.99
  • Scary SpeakerBro$3.99
  • 25 Keys$3.99
  • Scary SkibiBro$3.99
  • ClockBro$3.99
  • Huntress$3.99
  • SkibiBro$3.99
  • SpeakerBro$3.99
  • 50 Keys$5.99
  • Titan ClockBro$5.99
  • No Ads$5.99
  • Titan SkibiBro$5.99
  • Titan SpeakerBro$5.99
  • Weirdo$9.99
  • BundleBro №1$14.99
12 purchases

MelonBox

Subscriptions1
  • Battle Pass3 Days trial$12.997 Days
One-time11
  • Toilet Attack$5.99
  • Tesla Titan$5.99
  • Solarman Titan$5.99
Show 8 more
  • Lightman Titan$5.99
  • Sirenman Titan$5.99
  • Mikehead Titan$5.99
  • Drill Titan$5.99
  • Machine gun Titan$5.99
  • Plane Titan$5.99
  • Chainsaw Angel Titan + No ADs$6.99
  • Reporter Titan + No ADs$6.99

Questions

Is Playground 3D! free?
Playground 3D! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MelonBox free?
MelonBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Playground 3D! or MelonBox?
Playground 3D! is rated higher. Playground 3D! averages 4.6 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while MelonBox averages 3.4 from 47 ratings.
Do Playground 3D! or MelonBox have ads?
Both Playground 3D! and MelonBox show ads.
Which is updated more often, Playground 3D! or MelonBox?
Playground 3D! ships an update every 2 weeks, and MelonBox every 3 weeks. Most recently, Playground 3D! was updated on September 23, 2026 and MelonBox on September 15, 2026.

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