Historically, Roblox has been known to captivate the younger demographic, despite its self-proclamation as a “platform for all ages.” Breaking away from its family-oriented image, Roblox now invites creators to develop content targeted specifically at users aged 17 and above. As stated in their press release on Tuesday, this age group constituted 38 percent of their daily active users in 2022, showcasing that it isn’t a negligible part of Roblox’s user base.
Emphasizing this new direction, Roblox shared that creators could now explore mature themes and narratives in TV shows and stand-up comedy. This could encompass elements like violence, blood, crude humor, romantic themes, and alcohol. There could also be “unplayable” gambling content, the specifics of which are yet to be clarified. We have sought clarification from Roblox on this matter.
Users wanting to access this mature content must authenticate their age by uploading a photo of their driver’s license or ID and a selfie for identity verification. Roblox asserts that this method will bolster confidence in user age and identity verification, with the potential for the introduction of additional verification methods in the future.
Starting from today, qualified creators can commence creating these mature-themed experiences, which will progressively become accessible to “eligible” users in the weeks ahead. Roblox’s primary objective is to offer a secure and engaging experience for its users aged 17 or older. The company has not explicitly defined the criteria for an “eligible” creator or user, and we have contacted Roblox for further clarification. We will update this article upon receiving a response.
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Historically, Roblox has primarily targeted a younger audience, as evidenced by its recent collaboration with Razer to launch kid-specific Roblox Edition gaming gear. However, given that over a third of its user base is aged 17 or older, the company’s move to expand its content offerings for an adult audience seems logical.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Roblox Mature Content
What is the new direction that Roblox is taking with its content?
Roblox is now allowing creators to make content specifically for users aged 17 and older. This includes the exploration of more mature themes and narratives in TV shows, stand-up comedy, and may include elements like violence, blood, crude humor, romantic themes, and alcohol.
Who can access this new mature content on Roblox?
To access the new mature content on Roblox, users need to verify their age. This involves uploading a photo of their driver’s license or ID along with a selfie to confirm their identity.
What percentage of Roblox’s user base was over 17 in 2022?
According to a press release by the company, 38 percent of Roblox’s daily active users in 2022 were aged 17 and older.
Who can start making these new experiences on Roblox?
Eligible creators, as per Roblox’s yet-to-be-defined criteria, can start creating these new experiences targeted towards users aged 17 and above.
How does Roblox plan to verify the age of users for this mature content?
Roblox plans to verify the age of users by requiring them to upload a photo of their driver’s license or ID and a selfie. The company states that this system will provide “greater confidence in people’s age and identity,” and more age verification methods may be added in the future.
More about Roblox Mature Content
- Roblox Official Website
- Roblox’s New Age Verification System
- Roblox and Mature Content: A Discussion
5 comments
Wow, didnt see this comin! Roblox for adults huh, kinda makes sense tho with so many older users around. Wonder what this ‘mature’ content will be like…
Really! A photo ID to play a game?? Sounds a bit excessive. Lets see how this plays out…
Interesting move by Roblox. This could really open up the platform for more complex narratives and experiences. Can’t wait to see what creators come up with.
Oh great, just what we need, violence and crude humor on Roblox. How do they plan to make sure kids don’t see this stuff?? Really hope they have good safeguards in place…
Well, bout time they recognized their older user base. Just hope the identity verification is robust enough, don’t want any “oops” moments with the kiddos.