Overview

• Women in Games, Out Making Games, and BAME in Games published an open letter criticizing Roblox’s new content descriptor for experiences themed on social, political, or religious issues.
• The groups argue the label treats equality and human rights as debatable, risks hiding educational content, and could harm marginalized communities.
• Roblox’s criteria include topics such as immigration, capital punishment, gun control, marriage equality, pay equity, racial profiling, affirmative action, vaccination policies, and reproductive rights.
• The company says the descriptor is neutral and intended to help parents decide what content is right for their family, stating it does not take a stance on specific issues.
• News outlets have requested Roblox’s response as the dispute unfolds alongside other safety updates, including an age-estimation AI that the company plans to expand to all users by year-end.