Roblox is introducing age verification for users in order to protect younger players and keep them safe while using in-game ...

Roblox is adding new restrictions to younger kids’ accounts and revamping its parental control features as part of a push to beef up the safety features on its platform.

Video game maker Roblox said on Monday that it is implementing new safety measures for users under 13, including permanently removing the ability to message others outside games on its platform.

Roblox is implementing new safety measures to protect users under 13, including restrictions on direct messaging without parental consent, officials say.

Roblox will not let users under the age of 13 message others outside of games and experiences on the platform, the company said Friday. Roblox also announced a series of other built-in protections ...