ROBLOX LAUNCHES AGE-GATED ACCOUNTS FOR YOUNGER PLAYERS

The platform's tiered system implements a three-step review process to ensure games meet safety standards for each age group. Users who skip age verification will only access family-friendly titles by default. Kids accounts for the 5-8 demographic and Select accounts for ages 9-15 represent Roblox's response to growing concerns about content moderation on user-generated gaming platforms. Games available on these accounts must pass stricter review criteria than the standard experience. Roblox previously faced criticism over inadequate parental controls and exposure to inappropriate user-generated content. The new system aims to create clearer boundaries between content tiers. The rollout begins in June. All accounts without verified ages will default to restricted game access until users complete the verification process. Roblox has not detailed the specific age verification methods it will employ.