Roblox Expanding Horizons
Roblox is making significant strides, reaching out to PlayStation and introducing immersive 3D avatar and voice communication features.
PlayStation Arrival and Meta Quest
Roblox is set to debut on PlayStation in October, marking a pivotal moment for the platform. Furthermore, it’s fully launching on Meta Quest this September. These developments are poised to expand Roblox’s already substantial user base of 65.5 million daily active users, who spend an average of 2.3 hours online every day.
Global Growth and Ambitions
In 2022, over 15 million individuals engaged in learning experiences on Roblox, reflecting its increasing global influence. The platform’s user base aged thirteen and older has grown by 33% in the past year. Brazil alone boasts 5.4 million daily active users. Roblox’s vision is to reach a billion users, underpinned by 17.3 million new friendships formed daily.
Empowering Creators
Roblox’s commitment to empowering creators is evident in their impressive earnings. The average earnings for creators amount to $27 million annually. The top 100 developers earn nearly $1 million each year, a 2.2-fold increase from the previous year. Even the 1,000th developer makes $60,000 per year. Over 20,000 individuals on Roblox earn more than $750 annually, a remarkable statistic.
Roblox on PlayStation
Roblox’s arrival on PlayStation, encompassing both PS4 and PS5, offers creators and users new avenues to explore experiences. The transition has been seamless, thanks to Roblox’s unified code base for seven platforms.
Immersive 3D Communication
Roblox is pushing boundaries with the introduction of Roblox Connect, an immersive 3D communication experience. Users can engage in voice conversations using 3D-animated avatars, fostering deeper interactions and a shared sense of presence. The technology captures facial expressions and nuances through webcam sensors, creating an authentic virtual experience.
Roblox Assistant and Code Assist
Roblox is also unveiling Roblox Assistant, a conversational AI designed to enhance the creation process. This collaborative tool assists creators across various phases, making learning, building, and coding more efficient. Additionally, Code Assist, an AI assistant in Studio Script Editor, streamlines coding tasks and significantly increases productivity.
Enhancing the Marketplace
Roblox is democratizing the creation of 3D items in the marketplace, inviting ID-verified users with premium status to participate. Furthermore, it’s introducing recurring subscriptions, enabling creators to establish continuous economic relationships with users. In the future, Roblox plans to update creator marketplace fees, allowing creators to keep 100% of proceeds and introducing the ability to sell models alongside plugins.
Roblox’s continuous innovations and commitment to creators and users are propelling it towards a future of even greater possibilities.
