Roblox announced it will expand the reach of its "Kids Accounts," offering new protections for users younger than 8 and a

Roblox says it's introducing two new age-based accounts and expanding its parental controls, all aimed to limit the types of games and content young children can access and also how they communicate with others in-game.

Roblox says the updates will give parents more control and cut down on risky interactions between kids and strangers.

It's a big day for Roblox on PlayStation 5, as Roblox Corp. has launched a native version of the game for Sony's console, promising upgrades like 30% faster load times and a "smoother and more responsive" version overall. A native version of Roblox for Xbox Series X|S launched in September 2025.

In the latest close session, Roblox (RBLX) was up +1.11% at $58.30. This change lagged the S&P 500's 1.18% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.66%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 1.

Unstoppable live service game Roblox is launching on the PS5 as a native app today, amid increased scrutiny over its approach to child safety. For those bemused by this news, the game has been available as a PS4 app since 2023, after Sony lifted longstanding restrictions on the game which originally prevented its release.

Disney's 20th Century Studios has announced a deal to develop a movie based on 99 Nights in the Forest, one of the most popular games hosted on Roblox. According to The Hollywood Reporter, 20th Century won the rights in a "competitive" dealmaking process,