Roblox, the massively popular gaming platform with millions of daily users, is facing a wave of lawsuits that spotlight its ongoing struggles with child safety, copyright disputes, and regulatory scrutiny. Celebrated for pioneering the user-generated gaming economy, Roblox is now contending with increasing legal pressures that could reshape how it operates.
In August, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill filed a lawsuit against Roblox, alleging the company failed to protect children from predators and harmful content. The case accuses the platform of allowing adult predators to exploit young players through in-game chats, private servers, and virtual economies.
The lawsuit highlights chilling claims that children were exposed to grooming, explicit roleplay, and unsafe interactions despite Roblox’s assurances of moderation. Murrill accuses the company of prioritizing profit over safety.
Roblox responded by reaffirming its commitment to child safety, pointing to its moderation tools, AI filters, and parental controls. However, critics argue these measures are insufficient, particularly given Roblox’s massive scale — over 70 million daily active users.
Earlier in April, TikTok creator Kelley Heyer filed a lawsuit against Roblox, claiming her viral choreography known as the “Apple Dance” was used without permission. The dance was allegedly turned into an emote and sold in the platform’s marketplace after negotiations broke down. Heyer’s lawsuit asserts copyright infringement and loss of rightful earnings.
While 2025 has brought fresh challenges, Roblox’s legal issues stretch back years. In 2021, the company faced a class-action lawsuit from parents who alleged unfair practices around Robux, the platform’s virtual currency. The claim argued that children spent money on in-game items that could later be removed without refunds. Roblox settled the matter by clarifying refund policies and tightening marketplace regulations.
The platform has also navigated disputes with the music industry. In 2021, the National Music Publishers’ Association sued Roblox for allowing unlicensed music uploads. The case was later settled, but it marked a turning point in Roblox’s efforts to strike licensing agreements with labels and publishers.
These earlier cases, while resolved, exposed a recurring theme: Roblox’s rapid growth often outpaces its ability to regulate its own ecosystem effectively.
Roblox’s legal challenges come amid a wider conversation about child safety online.
Roblox’s situation is particularly sensitive because of its young user base. Roughly half of its players are under 13, creating heightened responsibility for safeguarding. The company’s business model, which encourages user-generated content and peer-to-peer interaction, inherently poses risks without rigorous oversight.
Roblox maintains that it is committed to building a safe and fair platform. The company invests heavily in AI moderation systems, employs thousands of safety staff, and collaborates with child advocacy organizations. In response to recent lawsuits, it has pledged to enhance parental tools and strengthen community guidelines.