Roblox announces new features for users under 16: Age-based accounts, expanded parental controls and more

Roblox has announced new features for users under 16. The company has introduced age-based accounts, updated content access rules and expanded parental controls aimed at improving in-game safety and user experience. The company said it will roll out two new account types: Roblox Kids for ages 5 to 8 and Roblox Select for ages 9 to 15, starting early June, that will align content, communication settings and controls with a user’s age.

The update combines age-checks, content ratings, moderation systems and parental tools into what Roblox described as “a unified framework for younger users.” The company added that “age-checked users under 16 will have access to the vast majority of their favorite games at launch,” while users aged 16 and above will not see changes.


Roblox age-based accounts : What changes are coming for younger users


Users aged 5 to 8 will be assigned Roblox Kids accounts through age-check technology or parent verification. These accounts will only allow access to games rated “Minimal” or “Mild” that pass an additional selection process. Communication features will be disabled by default, and the app interface will include a distinct background to indicate the account type.

For users aged 9 to 15, Roblox Select accounts will allow access to games rated up to “Moderate.” Communication settings for this group will remain unchanged, and the app will include a different visual design to reflect the account category.

Roblox said users will automatically move between account types as they grow older, transitioning to Roblox Select at age 9 and to standard accounts at 16. Users who have not completed age verification will face stricter limits, including restricted content access and no communication features.

The company is also adding a continuous evaluation process for games available for users under 16. In addition to existing moderation systems such as AI scanning and user reports, Roblox will apply further checks, including developer verification, extended content review, and stricter exclusions.

“By default, Roblox Kids and Roblox Select accounts will not include games that feature sensitive issues, social hangouts, or free-form drawing games,” the company said.

Parental controls are also being expanded. Parents will be able to block specific games and manage chat settings for children up to age 15. Parents will have the ability to approve access to certain otherwise restricted games.

Roblox added that it plans to adopt the International Age Rating Coalition (IARC) framework later this year, bringing region-specific ratings such as ESRB and PEGI into its system. The company said these updates are part of its effort to offer age-appropriate experiences and provide “safety-by-default protections for younger users,” while giving parents more control and visibility.