Overview

• The complaint says an adult posed as a child on Roblox, groomed a 10-year-old, and coerced explicit images in exchange for Robux before shifting contact to text messages.
• The lawsuit contends Roblox’s signup requires only a birthdate, username, and password, and notes that until November 2023 adults could directly message minors of any age.
• Plaintiffs argue the platform’s virtual currency creates leverage for predators to manipulate children who are eager to obtain Robux.
• Roblox said it is deeply troubled by any incident that endangers users and cited investments in advanced technology and round-the-clock human moderation to detect and prevent misconduct, including attempts to move conversations off platform.
• The North Carolina case follows other legal actions scrutinizing Roblox’s safety practices, including a recent Louisiana lawsuit alleging the platform facilitates child exploitation.