Roblox is a platform featuring thousands of games created by both individual users and professional developers.
The games vary widely, ranging from lighthearted animal-themed games to titles featuring violence and horror.
According to Children's Welfare (Børns Vilkår) from Denmark, games are recommended based on popularity rather than a child's age.
At the same time, Roblox functions in many ways like a social media platform, where children can play together, communicate, and become part of online communities.
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Both social and financial risks
Although Roblox has age controls, children can still come into contact with other users.
Children's Welfare points out that, in some cases, adults have bypassed the platform's age-verification system.
For this reason, the organization recommends that parents keep track of who their child is playing with.
The platform is free to use, but many games encourage players to purchase the virtual currency, Robux.
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According to Children's Welfare, it can be difficult for children to understand how much real money they are spending, and some have also reported being scammed in trading transactions.
Children's welfare's recommendation
Children's Welfare recommends that children under the age of 9 should not use Roblox.
The organization also recommends that children under the age of 13 should not have unrestricted access to the platform, but should only use it with the support of a parent.
Parents are therefore encouraged to talk with their child about which games they play, who they interact with on the platform, and whether they have encountered disturbing content or unwanted contact from strangers.
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According to Children's Welfare, Roblox should be approached with the same level of caution and attention as other social media platforms.
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