The 6 Safety Dimensions
Every game is scored across six dimensions. Each is rated Low, Medium, or High risk based on documented evidence — not opinion.
Evaluates open text chat, voice chat, and proximity chat with strangers. Considers whether chat is moderated, filterable, or disabled by default.
Assesses how easily an unknown adult could initiate prolonged private interaction with a child — including server size, DM mechanics, and friend requests.
Reviews in-game themes, imagery, and roleplay. Considers Roblox's own age rating alongside community-reported content and observed gameplay.
Reviews each developer's data practices, third-party analytics integrations, and behavioral tracking beyond Roblox's platform baseline.
Evaluates in-game monetization — whether Robux is required to progress, loot boxes are used, and how aggressively purchases are promoted to players.
Assesses how much Roblox's built-in parental controls actually reduce the game's risks — and flags games where platform controls fall short.
Our Research Process
Each game goes through the same structured process before receiving a rating.
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Direct gameplay observationEach rated game is played or observed firsthand to capture real in-game behavior, not just what developers claim.
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Platform documentation reviewWe review Roblox's official age ratings, developer disclosures, and Terms of Service for each game.
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Privacy policy analysisDeveloper and platform privacy documentation is reviewed for data collection practices and third-party sharing.
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Cross-reference with trusted sourcesRatings are cross-checked against Common Sense Media, parent community reports, and educator feedback.
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News & legal reviewWe monitor AG lawsuits, COPPA enforcement actions, and cybersecurity research that may affect a game's risk profile.
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Ongoing reviewGames are revisited regularly — Roblox experiences update frequently and risks can change quickly.
Our Sources
- Roblox platform data & official age ratings
- Developer privacy policies
- Direct gameplay observation
- Common Sense Media
- Parent forums & community reports
- Educator feedback
- AG lawsuits & COPPA filings
- Cybersecurity research
Overall Risk Score
Each dimension is weighted equally. A game's overall score is determined by the spread of dimension ratings — with content maturity treated as a potential override.
Independence & Limitations
SafeBlox is independently operated and receives no payment from Roblox, any game developer, or any third party. Ratings reflect conditions at the time of last review — Roblox games update frequently and risks can change. We encourage parents to use SafeBlox as a starting point, not a final verdict. When in doubt, play the game yourself.
SafeBlox is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roblox Corporation. Safety assessments are informational only.