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Russia Blocks Roblox Amid Controversy Over Content

12/10/2025

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On December 3, Roskomnadzor blocked access to Roblox in Russia, citing the distribution of extremist materials and promotion of LGBT propaganda.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said many children wrote letters about the ban, with some expressing a desire to leave Russia.
Roblox Corporation defended its platform, stating it uses moderation tools to remove harmful content.
Roblox was the most downloaded mobile game in Russia in 2023.

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Story summary

On December 3, Roskomnadzor blocked access to Roblox in Russia, citing the distribution of extremist materials and promotion of LGBT propaganda.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said many children wrote letters about the ban, with some expressing a desire to leave Russia.
Roblox Corporation defended its platform, stating it uses moderation tools to remove harmful content.
Roblox was the most downloaded mobile game in Russia in 2023.