Blast Works: Build, Trade, & Destroy is a side-scrolling shooter for the Nintendo Wii, belonging to the shoot 'em up genre. Players navigate through various levels, blasting enemies and avoiding intricate patterns of projectiles. Unique to this game is the ability to attach parts from fallen enemies to their own ship, augmenting their firepower and design. With a robust level editor, players can create and share their own custom levels. The game encourages creativity and replayability through its build and trade features alongside its engaging shoot 'em up gameplay.