Roblox review
Play and make games built by a giant creator community
- Roblox Corporation
- Free + paid plans
- iPhone & iPad, Android, Windows, Mac
4.5 from 20.5M App Store ratings 1B+ Google Play downloads #9 in Games on the US App Store
Does it deserve #6?
Is Roblox worth it?
It depends on what you need. Roblox scores 7.7/10 and ranks #6 in Casual & Party Games. It's best for kids, teens and friend groups who want a different game every night. Skip it if you want consistent quality or a game without constant upsells. Price: Free; Robux and Roblox Premium from $4.99 a month in the App Store.
The verdict
Roblox is less a game than a giant arcade of games made by its players, from obbies and tycoons to horror and role-play. You hop between experiences with one avatar and one friends list, and anyone can build their own. Quality swings wildly, Robux offers are everywhere, and the App Store lists ads and loot boxes. Chat now needs an age check, which helps, but parents should still set controls.
- Huge library of player-made games
- One avatar across every game
- Build your own with Roblox Studio
- Age-checked chat
- Parental controls
Score breakdown
Overall = features 30% · design 20% · speed 20% · value 15% · privacy 15%. Why these weights?
What's new
- Sep 2026RDC 2026 announced standalone game apps, starting on Android, and offline play from mid-2027
- Jan 2026Age checks became required worldwide to use chat, grouping players by age band
Privacy 5.4/10
App Store label: no tracking listed, but purchases, coarse location, email, gameplay, audio, search history, identifiers, usage and diagnostics are linked to you.
What we like
- Endless variety for free
- Friends follow you across games
- Anyone can create and publish
What could be better
- Robux offers and loot boxes are everywhere
- Lots of personal data linked to you
Kids, teens and friend groups who want a different game every night
you want consistent quality or a game without constant upsells
Questions about Roblox
Is Roblox worth it in 2026?
It depends on what you need. Roblox scores 7.7/10 and ranks #6 in Casual & Party Games. It's best for kids, teens and friend groups who want a different game every night. Skip it if you want consistent quality or a game without constant upsells. Price: Free; Robux and Roblox Premium from $4.99 a month in the App Store.
Is Roblox free?
Yes. It's free to play, with Robux and Roblox Premium as optional purchases; Premium in the App Store starts at $4.99 a month.
Is Roblox safe for kids?
The App Store rates it 13+ with content restrictions and Google Play rates it Teen. Since early 2026 chat requires an age check, and parental controls can limit spending and chat.
Can you play Roblox offline?
Not yet. Roblox said at RDC 2026 that offline play is planned from mid-2027, without multiplayer.
What are the best alternatives to Roblox?
The closest alternatives are Minecraft, Stumble Guys and Terraria. See all of them ranked on our Roblox alternatives page.
Where does Roblox rank?
Roblox ranks #6 of 8 in our Casual & Party Games ranking, with an overall score of 7.7 out of 10.