Roblox Daily: State Attorney General Launches Comprehensive Investigation into Platform's Child Safety Practices (Feb 19)

Global Scrutiny Over Child Safety Intensifies with State AG Investigation

The platform is facing an unprecedented level of scrutiny from governments both at home and abroad. A state Attorney General's office has launched a comprehensive investigation into the platform's child safety practices, issuing a formal Civil Investigative Demand (CID) to compel the release of extensive documentation. The probe seeks internal data on abuse reports, the efficacy of parental controls, and age verification procedures. This action comes as international pressure mounts, with Egypt reportedly joining a list of countries banning the platform over safety concerns. Concurrently, Australia’s online safety regulator has put the platform 'on notice,' threatening significant fines if it fails to prove compliance with nine critical safety commitments made last year. These events underscore a critical challenge to the platform's global operations and its responsibility to protect its youngest users.

Developer and Player Frustration Mounts Over UI Changes and Bugs

A wave of discontent is sweeping through the community as both creators and players grapple with disruptive changes and persistent technical issues. The mandatory rollout of the refreshed 'Flexible Studio UI' has drawn widespread developer criticism, with many citing a counterproductive design, wasted screen space, and a disruptive impact on established workflows. This frustration is compounded by ongoing bugs, including severe mouse glitching in Studio and a critical issue preventing the successful transfer of experience ownership to groups. On the player side, console users on PlayStation 5 continue to report significant network latency spikes, while a large segment of the community has erupted in protest over stricter chat policies and age verification, leading to organized campaigns and accusations that the platform is silencing criticism.

Platform Pushes Forward with Major Security and Avatar Overhaul

In a major push to bolster security and enhance creative expression, the platform is rolling out several transformative updates. To combat account theft, mandatory two-step verification backups will be required for all users starting in March 2026, ensuring accounts have multiple recovery methods. Simultaneously, a massive avatar system overhaul is underway, migrating all Classic Heads to their expressive Dynamic Head counterparts while reassuring users that R6 and 2D clothing will remain supported. This is complemented by the launch of support for 2048x2048 textures, promising a huge leap in visual fidelity. An ambitious 2026 roadmap also revealed upcoming features like a new 'Avatar Makeup' category, creator-published animation packs, and timed avatar items, signaling a new era for customization and the creator economy.

'Bloxfest' Begins as Top Experiences Launch Massive Updates

The platform is buzzing with activity as the month-long 'Bloxfest' event kicks off, a major collaboration with a popular streaming service featuring a $300,000 prize pool and exclusive rewards for players and streamers alike. The excitement continues across top experiences. Adopt Me! is celebrating the 'Year of the Fire Horse' by blending Lunar New Year and Valentine’s themes with new pets and is teasing an imminent Safari-themed egg. Anime Fighting Simulator Endless has dropped its Valentines Part 2 update with four new Champions and an extended event pass. Meanwhile, Welcome to Bloxburg and Brookhaven RP have also rolled out festive Valentine’s, Lunar New Year, and Winter Olympics-themed events, ensuring a constant stream of fresh content for millions of players.