Tracking the latest Roblox news and community reactions.
Roblox is updating its 'Recommended For You' algorithm to prioritize games that demonstrate long-term player retention by extending signal tracking from 7 to 28 days. The update introduces new metrics like play-through rate and first play bounce rates to better identify games that sustain player engagement over time.
Roblox announced the full release of the Input Action System and introduced Scoped User IDs to enhance player privacy. Additionally, a significant 42% increase in the DevEx rate for US 18+ player spending was implemented alongside improvements to 3D model generation and physics replication.
Roblox Studio's Assistant now supports generating 3D models that are automatically segmented into individual parts, allowing for easier customization and interactivity. This early preview feature supports up to eight parts per model and introduces image-to-mesh capabilities for the generation process.
Roblox has officially released the Input Action System (IAS), a modular and cross-platform input layer that decouples gameplay intent from hardware events. Alongside this release, default player scripts are being migrated to IAS to ensure better compatibility across different devices.
Roblox is introducing Scoped User IDs to enhance player privacy by assigning unique identifiers for each game, preventing cross-game tracking. While most games won't require code changes, developers with cross-game features or shared ban lists will receive new tools like account linking and Ban API improvements before the full rollout in October.
This collection of Roblox news covers a variety of topics, including a new guest skin for Forsaken and a teaser for an upcoming map. It also features sensational reports regarding Roblox's potential unbanning in Russia and various community-driven content from popular creators.
The community is reacting to various Roblox updates and rumors, including the Journey to Summer event in Adopt Me and mysterious changes in Bloxburg. While some news involves wild speculation about TikTok acquisitions, others focus on specific game updates and concerns over new AI features.
Roblox is introducing an improved physics replication system that ensures eventual consistency to prevent data loss during packet drops. Developers can opt-in for early testing via Studio properties before the global rollout scheduled for June 15.
Roblox introduced Extended Services for Compute with a free tier and enhanced the BanAsync() function with device blocking capabilities. Studio received significant updates including Advanced Network Simulation and improved Assistant chat features, while UI development gained new shadow and corner customization options.
Roblox has launched five new LogService methods that allow developers to attach context tables to logs for better debugging. This structured logging improves error grouping in analytics and will soon be integrated into the Creator Hub for remote monitoring.
Roblox has introduced device-level blocking to the Ban API via the ApplyDeviceBlock field, aiming to prevent ban evasion by persistent bad actors. Currently limited to desktop platforms, this feature allows creators to restrict a device from rejoining an experience for 24 hours.
Roblox Assistant now supports multiple concurrent chat threads and persistent cloud-based history, allowing creators to organize tasks more effectively. Additionally, a new screen capture subagent enables the AI to analyze the 3D viewport directly for better context.
Roblox is reportedly testing age verification requirements for certain avatar items and incentivizing developers to use R15 models, which has sparked some community backlash. Meanwhile, rumors about a TikTok acquisition are circulating alongside creative community content from Bloxburg.
Roblox is updating the GetProductInfo API so that the ID field for group-owned assets will return 0 instead of an Agent ID. Developers are encouraged to switch to CreatorType and CreatorTargetID to avoid breaking their scripts when the change goes live on July 6.
Roblox has introduced advanced network simulation tools in Studio, allowing developers to test games under various conditions like latency and packet loss. This feature helps identify issues with server authority and unreliable events to ensure a smoother player experience globally.
Roblox has introduced Extended Services for Compute, an opt-in feature that doubles the per-player CPU resources for complex, server-intensive games. The service includes 100,000 free playtime hours per month, after which a rate of $0.001 per hour applies.
Roblox announced the full release of multi-touch simulation and new organization tools for the Asset Manager. The update also includes stricter compliance for paid random items and the rollout of Avatar Joint Upgrade Phase 2, which has caused concern among creators of donation-based games.
Roblox has introduced three new Studio APIs for device simulation, multiplayer testing, and virtual input to enhance automation and CI workflows. These APIs are integrated with Studio Assistant, allowing developers to perform complex cross-device tests and performance diagnostics through AI-driven commands.
The community highlights various aspects of engineering within Roblox, ranging from professional software engineering roles to creative in-game mechanical builds. However, there are also concerns regarding social engineering attacks targeting Roblox support systems to compromise account billing information.
Roblox has launched major upgrades to Communities, including polls for gathering feedback and improved announcement notifications for all members. New features like a Community Analytics dashboard are live now, with support tickets and role-restricted forums coming soon.