About the game Melon Playground (Melon Sandbox)

 

Timeline of Melon Playground / Melon Sandbox

2021

  • August 27, 2021 – Initial release of Melon Playground (Android/iOS). Developed by Sliz (TwentySeven studio) using Unity. Inspired by People Playground and Garry’s Mod.


2022

  • Jan–Apr 2022 – Rapid updates (v6.0 → v8.1). First iOS version launched on April 14, 2022.

  • Mid–Late 2022 – Continuous updates (v9.x → v12.x) adding new weapons, characters (Corn, Pumpkin), vehicles, and maps.

  • December 14, 2022Melon Playground was removed from Google Play. Later restored with update 13.2023, first as APK, then back on the Play Store.


2023

  • Early 2023 – Major improvements: workshop rework, external mod formats (.melmod, .melsave).

  • Mid-2023 – Name officially changed from Melon Playground to Melon Sandbox (v15.1.100). New logo introduced.

  • Late 2023 – Big content updates: new maps (e.g., Acid Map), advanced items, vehicles, and physics features.


2024

  • March 2024 – Game was removed again from Play Store due to a false copyright strike (by “Pudgyvids”).

  • April 6, 2024 – Restored to the Play Store after appeal.

  • Throughout 2024 – Seasonal events (Halloween, Christmas, Easter, etc.). New systems added: world editor, cloth editor, parent mechanics.


2025

  • Early 2025 – Versions reach 31.x – 32.x.

  • August–September 2025 – “Melon Birthday” event introduced.

  • Ongoing updates continue to expand maps, items, and modding tools, keeping the community highly active.

Summary

Engine: Unity
Release: August 27, 2021
Notable Issues: Multiple Play Store removals (Dec 2022, Mar 2024).
Rebranding: Melon PlaygroundMelon Sandbox (mid-2023).
Current State (2025): Actively updated, strong modding community, versions above 31.x.











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