Roblox is eventually making its way to PlayStation this week, but when can you actually start playing this massive online game?
Roblox was originally launched on PC back in 2006. Since also, it has come one of the biggest games to date, with a whopping 164 million yearly active druggies in 2020. While the game made its way to Xbox One in 2015, it noway relatively set up its place on the PlayStation platform. Now, after 17 times since its first launch, it’s available at the end of this week for PS4( and PS5) following its advertisement last month.
What is Roblox
Roblox is an online multiplayer game that also functions as an MMO and game creation platform. Players can produce their own particulars, skins, and games for others to buy or play.
Some companies have abused Roblox to promote their other games, similar as SEGA, which certified Sonic the Hedgehog for appearance in the Roblox game Sonic Speed Simulator. Compared to Roblox, the closest game in terms of comparison is Fortnite, which seems to take a runner from Roblox’s book with the recent preface of UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite) and plans to use Fortnite as a platform for users to develop games. Like Fortnite, Roblox has also hosted in- game events and concert within the game.
Roblox on PlayStation When is it Coming?
Roblox’s elderly director, Thai Bui, verified last month that Roblox would be released on PlayStation on Tuesday, October 10th. still, neither Roblox nor Sony has verified a specific release time. The PlayStation Store generally updates between 10 AM and 2 PM BST/ 5 AM and 9 AM EDT/ 2 AM and 7 AM PDT, so we are hoping for Roblox to launch around 12 PM BST/ 7 AM EDT/ 4 AM PDT on Tuesday, October 10th.
Please note that this isn’t an sanctioned time, and the PlayStation Store generally updates grounded on its schedule. Your stylish bet is to keep an eye on sanctioned Roblox and PlayStation social accounts during our estimated time window. However, we’ll make sure to modernize you then, If an sanctioned time is handed by any of them.
Everything You Need to Know About Roblox
Roblox officially launched in September 2006. It might come as a surprise to many that Roblox is older than popular platforms like Snapchat, Discord, and even Instagram! The reason is that it took more time for the platform to gain momentum.
While Roblox’s co-founders, David Baszucki and Erik Cassel, officially started the platform 15 years ago, it didn’t achieve popularity for almost a decade. Its real explosion in popularity came during the COVID-19 pandemic when it saw a 40% growth in daily active users.
How Many People Play Roblox?
The company reports that over 52 million people play Roblox online every day, which is a 21% increase compared to the previous year.
Who Uses Roblox?
Historically, Roblox has primarily served teenagers and preteens, with the largest and busiest demographic being boys aged 9 to 12.
However, the company recently revealed that its user base is “aging up.” In a letter to shareholders, Roblox stated that its fastest-growing demographic is now young adults aged 17 to 24.
Is Roblox Free?
Yes, Roblox is free to download and utmost games on the platform are free to play. still, users can make in-game purchases to upgrade, boost, buy clothes, particulars, skins, incorporations, and much further. In-game purchases are made using the virtual currency of the platform, called Robux. Robux can be acquired with real plutocrat or earned during gameplay. Players can also trade particulars with other players in some games.
Who Created Roblox?
Roblox was created by David Baszucki and Erik Cassel, who began working on a prototype for the platform back in 2004. Cassel served as the director and engineering director until his death from cancer in 2013. David Baszucki is now the CEO of Roblox.