"If you're a parent, you've likely heard your kids talk about one of these Roblox games at some point. They're playing Roblox. They're friends are playing Roblox. Half of all kids under the age of 16 in the U.S. are Roblox. Unfortunately, with so many kids on Roblox, predators are taking advantage of the online gaming platform. And, as a result, Roblox been with a of over its alleged failure to keep children safe on the platform."
"The Roblox world is cartoony, with the characters resembling those of LEGO people. At this point, Roblox is more like a gaming platform than a standalone game. Roblox users create their own games in the virtual world, which other Roblox gamers can play. Roblox even has its own economy, with some Roblox gaming developers making hundreds of thousands of dollars or more if their game gets popular. There's an in-game virtual currency called Robux, which can be used to access premium features and items."
Roblox is a user-created online gaming platform where players explore virtual worlds, interact with others, and play user-made games. The platform features an in-game economy and a virtual currency called Robux that unlocks premium items. An ESRB T rating applies because some games justify that level, but individual game content varies widely in appropriateness. Large numbers of child users have attracted predators, creating safety concerns. Parents should know exactly which games their children play, use parental controls, supervise play, and maintain conversations to reduce risks and protect children online.
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