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Roblox Corporation saw its share price collapse by 70% following Q2 earnings that revealed a steady decline in daily active users from a peak of 152 million to 123 million. CFO Naveen Chopra attributed the shortfall to fewer viral hits and algorithm changes prioritising retention over monetisation, while also flagging heavy AI investment as a contributing factor to the weak results.
Circana data shared by analyst Mat Piscatella shows the most-played games on PlayStation and Xbox are nearly identical, dominated by long-running live service titles and annual sports releases. Fortnite leads both platforms while only one new game appears in each top 20 list. Steam stands apart with a more diverse lineup including indie hits and unreleased titles.
Roblox has unveiled its most unexpected crossover yet, teaming up with an iconic brand that's left fans surprised. This collaboration brings exclusive content to the platform, promising a unique gaming experience. Discover how this unlikely partnership is set to shake things up in Roblox.
The global videogame market reached a record $201.6 billion in 2025, exceeding the $200 billion threshold for the first time, with PC leading the growth at a 12.0% year-over-year increase. Despite weaker console performance, the market's diversity, including full-price hits and cheaper acclaimed titles, drove success. PC's strong growth outpaced mobile's, albeit with mobile generating the highest revenue.
Dive into the world of Roblox's Grow a Garden 2 with our comprehensive crop tier list, guiding you through the most profitable investments. Discover how to maximize your earnings with Mutations and the right tools. From Mushroom's surprising low return to the potential of limited-time Seed Packs, we've got you covered.
Dive into Roblox's Grow a Garden 2 with our comprehensive gear guide, outlining every item's effect and price in Sheckles. From essentials to fun additions, know what to spend on. Enhance your gameplay with the right choices.
Roblox has partnered with youth marketing firm SuperAwesome to introduce brand-safe, COPPA-compliant advertising tailored for users under 13, aligning with its recent age-based account updates. This move aims to provide a secure environment for younger audiences while educating brands on responsible advertising practices through the 'Blox Aware' program. The collaboration underscores Roblox's commitment to safeguarding its vast under-13 user base.
The UK government is considering extending a potential social media ban to include restrictions on children interacting with strangers in online games like Fortnite and Roblox, citing concerns over "stranger pairing" and exploitation. Online Safety Minister Kanishka Narayan highlighted this issue, particularly in gaming contexts, after a visit to Australia. The move comes amid longstanding safety concerns, especially with Roblox, which has faced lawsuits and arrests related to child safety.
GrammaCrackers, an 81-year-old Minecraft streamer, was swatted during a livestream aimed at raising money for her 17-year-old grandson's cancer treatment. The incident, which involved 5 SWAT cars, 20 police cars, drones, and armed officers, occurred on May 19. Despite the ordeal, GrammaCrackers described the experience as "kinda fun."
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Roblox's push for AI-powered photorealistic games via Roblox Reality meets resistance from developers, who question its appeal to the average player. Alec Kieft, co-creator of 99 Nights in the Forest, argues the platform's lo-fi aesthetic is a deliberate feature, not a bug. The debate highlights a potential misunderstanding of Roblox's core appeal.
Roblox's new AI-powered upscaling tech aims to make its visuals photorealistic, set to launch later this year or early next. Here's what to expect.
