Scrap the dev subscription and 16+ lock on Roblox games


Scrap the dev subscription and 16+ lock on Roblox games
The Issue
In a nutshell, Roblox has announced a new system where developers will have to pay for a monthly subscription to publish their games to anyone under 16. This decision impacts countless developers who pour their heart, soul, and creativity into vibrant game worlds for players of all ages.
Roblox has always been a platform designed to foster creativity and ingenuity among youth. Its primary audience is children and teenagers, and yet, with this new 16+ restriction, the very essence of what makes Roblox special is being compromised. Developers are now being forced to pay a monthly fee to reach a fraction of Roblox’s actual audience. This paywall not only limits creativity but also alienates younger developers who may not have the financial means. This change seems to prioritize profit over the community of passionate creators who have, up until now, freely shared their creative visions with the world.
Roblox advertises itself as a place where 'anyone can create,' yet these new restrictions fundamentally undermine this premise. Creativity should not be held hostage behind a paywall. By locking content behind a subscription and an age gate, Roblox risks losing the rich tapestry of creativity that has long defined its community.
We, the enthusiasts, the creators, the players, and supporters of this expansive virtual world, urge Roblox to reconsider these changes. By scrapping the developer subscription fee and the 16+ lock, Roblox can maintain its commitment to being an open, inclusive platform that truly celebrates creativity without financial barriers. If this petition garners enough support, it will show Roblox the sheer number of creators and players who value the spirit of openness and creativity that has been its cornerstone.
Please sign this petition to help keep Roblox an open, inclusive, and creative platform for all!
Roblox if your seeing this, YOUR MAKING A MASSIVE MISTAKE!

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The Issue
In a nutshell, Roblox has announced a new system where developers will have to pay for a monthly subscription to publish their games to anyone under 16. This decision impacts countless developers who pour their heart, soul, and creativity into vibrant game worlds for players of all ages.
Roblox has always been a platform designed to foster creativity and ingenuity among youth. Its primary audience is children and teenagers, and yet, with this new 16+ restriction, the very essence of what makes Roblox special is being compromised. Developers are now being forced to pay a monthly fee to reach a fraction of Roblox’s actual audience. This paywall not only limits creativity but also alienates younger developers who may not have the financial means. This change seems to prioritize profit over the community of passionate creators who have, up until now, freely shared their creative visions with the world.
Roblox advertises itself as a place where 'anyone can create,' yet these new restrictions fundamentally undermine this premise. Creativity should not be held hostage behind a paywall. By locking content behind a subscription and an age gate, Roblox risks losing the rich tapestry of creativity that has long defined its community.
We, the enthusiasts, the creators, the players, and supporters of this expansive virtual world, urge Roblox to reconsider these changes. By scrapping the developer subscription fee and the 16+ lock, Roblox can maintain its commitment to being an open, inclusive platform that truly celebrates creativity without financial barriers. If this petition garners enough support, it will show Roblox the sheer number of creators and players who value the spirit of openness and creativity that has been its cornerstone.
Please sign this petition to help keep Roblox an open, inclusive, and creative platform for all!
Roblox if your seeing this, YOUR MAKING A MASSIVE MISTAKE!

448
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Petition created on 13 April 2026