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Roblox Expands to PlayStation While Facing Content Moderation Challenges

  • Roblox, a popular online game platform for kids, announced it will launch on PlayStation 4 and 5 consoles in October 2023. This expands Roblox's reach beyond computers, mobile, and Xbox.

  • Roblox has over 60 million daily players but has faced criticism over content moderation issues. The number of kids contacting helplines with Roblox concerns has increased 5-fold since the pandemic.

  • Roblox emphasizes user-generated content and creation tools, allowing players to make their own games. This has made it popular but also raises moderation challenges.

  • Roblox announced new motion capture tech called Roblox Connect that will allow realistic avatars and calling friends within games. This raises potential privacy concerns.

  • The PlayStation launch, Roblox Connect, and a Meta Quest VR version aim to expand Roblox's platform amid its popularity with kids ages 9-12.

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