Roblox rolls out mandatory age verification for chat features globally

• Roblox expands mandatory age verification for chat features to all regions
• Users must agree to a facial scan to be assigned to an age group
• Experts previously criticised similar age check methods on security grounds

After testing it in a few markets, Roblox has announced that it is expanding its facial age verification for voice and text chat features to all regions, effective immediately.

Previously limited to specific territories and age groups, the new policy means that any user wishing to utilize the platform's social communication tools must prove their age to do so. This involves agreeing to their face being scanned to be assigned to the right age group and being able to communicate with others in similar age groups. Users can challenge this age estimation with other methods, including ID verification or parental controls.

The move comes amidst a sweeping global trend of tightened ...