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fromwww.theverge.com
2 hours ago

Fortnite developers can make AI characters now just don't try to date them

Epic Games introduces an AI conversations tool for Fortnite, allowing creators to develop unscripted, interactive NPCs for player engagement.
#online-safety
NYC parents
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Roblox agrees to a $12 million settlement with Nevada

Roblox settled a $12 million lawsuit with Nevada, agreeing to enhance online safety for children and fund local support programs.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Roblox to implement youth protections and pay $12m in Nevada settlement

Roblox will enhance protections for young users and pay over $12 million to Nevada as part of a landmark agreement for online safety.
NYC parents
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Roblox agrees to a $12 million settlement with Nevada

Roblox settled a $12 million lawsuit with Nevada, agreeing to enhance online safety for children and fund local support programs.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Roblox to implement youth protections and pay $12m in Nevada settlement

Roblox will enhance protections for young users and pay over $12 million to Nevada as part of a landmark agreement for online safety.
Music production
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Even The Lead Singer Of Imagine Dragons Can Barely Get Anyone To Play His Live-Service Game - Kotaku

Last Flag, a new 5v5 hero shooter by Dan Reynolds, struggles to attract players despite its unique concept and celebrity backing.
Games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

There's nothing like an RPG over vacation

People of Note is a music-themed RPG that offers a relaxing gaming experience while featuring a journey of an aspiring pop singer.
#metaverse
Venture
fromFast Company
3 days ago

They bought property in the metaverse. Then it collapsed

Investors initially saw great potential in the metaverse, but recent struggles and low user engagement have led to significant setbacks.
Venture
fromFast Company
3 days ago

They bought property in the metaverse. Then it collapsed

Investors initially saw great potential in the metaverse, but recent struggles and low user engagement have led to significant setbacks.
Media industry
fromObserver
3 days ago

Facing A.I. Slop and Shifting Algorithms, Brands Bet on Streamers to Stay Real

MrBeast exemplifies success in the creator economy, leveraging YouTube and livestreams while expanding into various media ventures.
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Character.AI's new Books mode turns reading into roleplay

Character.AI's new 'Books' mode allows users to engage with over 20 classic public domain titles, offering a structured roleplaying experience that aims to broaden perceptions of AI interactions.
Books
Growth hacking
fromInfoQ
4 days ago

From VR to Flat Screens: Bridging the Input and Immersion Gap

The future of VR and wearables is focused on natural interaction and immersion, despite current market limitations.
#child-safety
Privacy technologies
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

Roblox Launches New Age-Based Accounts & Expanded Parental Controls

Roblox is implementing age-based accounts and enhanced parental controls to protect children from explicit content and potential predators.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Roblox defends expanded agechecks after parents raise concerns over errors

Roblox is expanding its child safety system with age-specific accounts, despite concerns about misclassification of users and reduced parental controls.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Roblox exposes kids to harm as parents push for safeguards | amNewYork

Roblox exposes children to inappropriate content, raising concerns about its safety despite claims of parental controls and oversight.
Video games
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Parents should monitor children '24/7' on Roblox, says developer

Roblox's child safety measures are deemed insufficient by an independent developer, urging parents to monitor their children constantly.
Relationships
fromFortune
3 days ago

Teen boys are dating their AI chatbots-and experts warn opting out of real relationships could hurt their careers in the future | Fortune

Gen Alpha prefers AI relationships for control and ease, risking essential social skills needed for real-life interactions and future careers.
#crimson-desert
Games
fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Crimson Desert Has Sold Over 5 Million Copies

Crimson Desert has sold over 5 million copies within a month of its release.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Crimson Desert's First Month Was Full Of Big Updates And Neat Discoveries

Crimson Desert, a massive open-world RPG, has gained popularity despite mixed reviews and initial player feedback.
Games
fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Crimson Desert Has Sold Over 5 Million Copies

Crimson Desert has sold over 5 million copies within a month of its release.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Crimson Desert's First Month Was Full Of Big Updates And Neat Discoveries

Crimson Desert, a massive open-world RPG, has gained popularity despite mixed reviews and initial player feedback.
#gta-online
Poker
fromWGB
6 days ago

GTA Online Is Bringing In Around Half A Billion Dollars Per Year

GTA Online generates approximately $498.8M annually, significantly outperforming Red Dead Online's $26.4M.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

GTA 6's Biggest Competition Is GTA Online

GTA Online generates over $1 million daily, raising questions about its future as GTA 6 approaches release.
Poker
fromWGB
6 days ago

GTA Online Is Bringing In Around Half A Billion Dollars Per Year

GTA Online generates approximately $498.8M annually, significantly outperforming Red Dead Online's $26.4M.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

GTA 6's Biggest Competition Is GTA Online

GTA Online generates over $1 million daily, raising questions about its future as GTA 6 approaches release.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Millions of people are pretending to be AI chatbots for fun

"People are spending hours on the site. I didn't really expect it to be so addictive," said Mihir Maroju, the creator of Your AI Slop Bores Me.
Arts
Video games
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Roblox's AI assistant gets new agentic tools to plan, build, and test games | TechCrunch

Roblox is enhancing its AI tools to assist developers in planning, building, and testing games more effectively.
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
2 days ago

The State Of Influencer Marketing In Gaming

The gaming industry is rapidly growing, with revenues expected to reach $503.14 billion by 2025, driven by mobile gaming and influencer marketing.
#age-verification
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Roblox will need age verification to make sure you're at least 9 years old

fromEngadget
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Roblox introduces mandatory age-gated account tiers

Roblox is implementing age-segregated accounts to enhance user safety and content appropriateness.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago
Video games

Roblox is working to pull in adult players

Roblox is growing its adult user base through age verification, prioritizing high-fidelity genres and improved performance while reinforcing child-safety measures.
Privacy technologies
fromTNW | Gaming
6 days ago

Roblox introduces mandatory age-gated account tiers amid child safety lawsuits

Roblox is implementing mandatory age-gated account tiers to enhance child safety and content access based on age.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Roblox will need age verification to make sure you're at least 9 years old

Roblox will require age verification for users nine and older to access certain games, enhancing child safety measures on the platform.
Video games
fromGamesBeat
6 days ago

Roblox is turning its product roadmap into advertising inventory

Roblox launched a Makeup feature allowing creators to sell avatar items, collaborating with e.l.f. Beauty for sponsored content and in-game experiences.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Roblox Is at Its Cheapest Valuation Since 2021. BTIG Makes the Case for Staying Long

BTIG maintains a Buy rating on Roblox Corp. despite lowering its price target, viewing the current valuation as a potential entry point for investors.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Roblox introduces 'Kids' and 'Select' accounts for age-appropriate access to games and chat | TechCrunch

Users with Roblox Kids accounts will have access to games with 'Minimal' or 'Mild' ratings, which refer to content with occasional mild violence, mild crude humor, and occasional mild fear.
Games
#gaming
fromThedrum
5 days ago
Video games

Why Brands Need To Pick Up The Controller And Level Up In The Gaming World

Video games
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Roblox has games again

Roblox is returning to using the term 'games' instead of 'experiences' to better resonate with users and reflect its platform.
Video games
fromThedrum
5 days ago

Why Brands Need To Pick Up The Controller And Level Up In The Gaming World

The pandemic significantly increased gaming engagement, with mobile gaming becoming a key focus for brands and content creators.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Why I'm embracing the latest uncool thing in gaming

Marathon offers a welcoming community for feminine-presenting players, contrasting with typical multiplayer experiences in gaming.
European startups
fromTNW | Android
2 weeks ago

Decentraland launches on Epic Games Store and Android as metaverse goes multiplatform

Decentraland is shifting strategy by launching on popular platforms to increase user access and engagement in the metaverse.
Social media marketing
fromWIRED
5 days ago

X's Big Bot Purge Wiped Out a Lot of People's Secret Porn Feeds

X's crackdown on bots has led to the suspension of many human accounts, including those used for private content curation.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Developers Of Moon Child Resurface To Bask In All The Shitposts

Moon Child, an unreleased Amiga platformer, has gained renewed interest online, sparking nostalgia and creativity among fans and its original developers.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Cyberpunk platformers, gallivanting geckos and other new indie games worth checking out

Indie game showcases and events are highlighting new titles and updates in the indie gaming space this weekend.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Clash Of Clans Confuses Players With New Feet Pic Item

Clash of Clans introduces a bizarre microtransaction featuring decorative feet for $2 each, sparking confusion and mixed reactions among players.
Marketing tech
fromGamesBeat
1 month ago

Roblox moves to take a cut of all brand integrations on its platform | exclusive

Roblox will charge creators fees for brand integrations based on user traffic and engagement starting next year.
#rec-room
Games
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Rec Room is shutting down, despite the popular game reaching over 150 million users. Here's why

Rec Room is shutting down in June due to unsustainable profitability despite having over 150 million players since its launch in 2016.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down

Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability challenges despite having over 150 million users.
Games
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Rec Room is shutting down, despite the popular game reaching over 150 million users. Here's why

Rec Room is shutting down in June due to unsustainable profitability despite having over 150 million players since its launch in 2016.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down

Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability challenges despite having over 150 million users.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Fortune's Run Is Due A New Update Now Its Dev Is Out Of Prison

Dizzie, the developer of Fortune's Run, has been released from prison and is resuming work on the game after a year-long pause.
#arc-raiders
fromKotaku
3 days ago
Video games

Arc Raiders Death Spiral Is A Problem Other Games Would Kill For

Arc Raiders has seen a significant decline in player numbers, while the Call of Duty movie is set for release on June 30, 2028.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
Video games

Seeking connection': the video game where players stopped shooting and started talking

Many players of Arc Raiders engage in non-violent gameplay, surprising developers and raising questions about human behavior in competitive environments.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Arc Raiders Death Spiral Is A Problem Other Games Would Kill For

Arc Raiders has seen a significant decline in player numbers, while the Call of Duty movie is set for release on June 30, 2028.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Seeking connection': the video game where players stopped shooting and started talking

Many players of Arc Raiders engage in non-violent gameplay, surprising developers and raising questions about human behavior in competitive environments.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Meta Is Shutting Down Horizon Worlds on Meta Quest

Meta sent an email blast to Horizon Worlds users today stating that the social VR world will officially end on its Quest VR headsets; starting March 31, Horizon Worlds will no longer be in the Quest store. Some Horizon-specific perks, including Meta Credits, avatars, and some digital clothes and in-world purchases, will also be removed.
Wearables
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Fairgames Has An Extraction Shooter Mode As Marathon Struggles

Fairgames features a new mode called 'Cargo Heist' that involves completing objectives and extracting loot in a multiplayer heist shooter format.
Video games
fromApp Developer Magazine
6 days ago

Ludo.ai Unveils API and MCP Beta to Power AI Game Asset Pipelines

Ludo.ai's new API and Model Context Protocol streamline game asset creation, enhancing workflow efficiency for developers and studios.
Gadgets
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Roblox launches real-time AI chat rephrasing to filter out banned language | TechCrunch

Roblox introduces AI-powered chat rephrasing that automatically converts banned words into respectful alternatives instead of displaying hash marks, improving conversation clarity while maintaining community safety standards.
Tech industry
fromThe Motley Fool
2 months ago

What Roblox Still Hasn't Fixed in 2025 -- and Why It Matters | The Motley Fool

Roblox rebounded in 2025 but remains unprofitable due to structural high costs and scaling developer payouts despite promising monetization progress.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Roblox's 4D creation feature is now available in open beta | TechCrunch

On Tuesday, the company launched the open beta for its anticipated 4D creation feature that lets creators make not just static 3D models, but fully functional and interactive objects. The feature has been in early access since November. Roblox says 4D creation adds an important new layer: interactivity. With this technology, users can design items that can move and react to players in the game.
Artificial intelligence
Video games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Heated Arc Raiders Debate Between PvE And PvP Players Goes Viral

A PvE player confronted a PvP player in Arc Raiders, raising questions about player expectations in PvP-enabled games.
fromSitePoint Forums | Web Development & Design Community
2 months ago

Looking for feedback on a Roblox game calculator with Smart Optimizer feature (ForgeCalc)

Hi everyone, I'm a solo developer who recently built a fan-made tool for the Roblox game https://www.forgeore.com The main goal of the site is to help players: Calculate forging probabilities based on different ore combinations Automatically find optimal ore recipes using a Smart Optimizer (this is the unique part) Browse a complete database of all 88 in-game ores with stats Share their builds via URL links for easy discussion in Discord/forums
UX design
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Meta's Virtual Reality App Ditching VR To Make A Roblox Clone - Kotaku

In 2021, Facebook became Meta and the company claimed its focus would be to " life." It launched Horizon Worlds, a VR metaverse that people could explore and create worlds in. It looked bad and wasn't great, but it was supposedly the future. Five years later, Meta's metaverse is ditching VR and spinning Worlds into a Roblox clone after burning $70+ billion on virtual and augmented reality.
Software development
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Roblox's '4D' creation toolset is now available in open beta

Roblox launched an open-source AI model that generates 3D objects on the fly early last year and now that toolset is getting a massive boost. The platform has introduced a model that whips up "4D" objects. I put 4D in quotes because it doesn't actually allow access to the fourth dimension, but rather lets users make interactive 3D objects via prompts.
Artificial intelligence
#user-growth
Marketing tech
fromGamesBeat
2 months ago

Brand integrations have surpassed owned worlds on Roblox and Fortnite | exclusive

Brand integrations on UGC platforms outpaced brand-owned virtual worlds in 2025 as advertisers favor measurable, lower-maintenance integrations over costly owned experiences.
#ai-content-moderation
Games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Roblox introduces real-time AI-powered chat rephraser for inappropriate language

Roblox launched an AI feature that rephrases inappropriate language in real time instead of censoring it with hash marks, starting with profanity replacement while maintaining policy enforcement.
Games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Roblox is censoring chats with AI

Roblox deploys AI to rephrase chat messages in real time, converting inappropriate language into respectful alternatives while notifying users of changes, available only to age-verified players in similar age groups.
Games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Roblox introduces real-time AI-powered chat rephraser for inappropriate language

Roblox launched an AI feature that rephrases inappropriate language in real time instead of censoring it with hash marks, starting with profanity replacement while maintaining policy enforcement.
Games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Roblox is censoring chats with AI

Roblox deploys AI to rephrase chat messages in real time, converting inappropriate language into respectful alternatives while notifying users of changes, available only to age-verified players in similar age groups.
Marketing
fromGamesBeat
2 months ago

Creators and developer studios are approaching the business of UGC in very different ways

Developer studios operate across multiple platforms while individual creators typically focus on a single platform, producing divergent strategies for brand integrations in virtual worlds.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Here's how Roblox's age checks work | TechCrunch

Roblox's mandatory facial age verification reached 45% of daily active users, revealing a younger user base and enabling age-based chat restrictions.
Video games
fromAol
2 months ago

What Roblox Needs to Prove in 2026

Roblox must prove advertising can scale without hurting engagement and convert platform strength into sustainable economics and operating leverage.
Video games
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Roblox users, bookings beat estimates on slate of hit games

Roblox's daily active users surged to 144 million and bookings rose to $2.22 billion, driven by hit games and increased engagement across titles.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Roblox calls its take on AI world models 'real-time dreaming'

Roblox plans to use AI world models and prompts for "real-time dreaming" to generate and modify interactive 3D experiences in real time.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Roblox Uses New AI Tool To Immediately Plagiarize Clair Obscur

Roblox's world model and 4D generation enable auto-generation of interactive worlds and ported 3D objects, while appearing to reproduce a recent game's visuals.
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