1. Roblox used to be called Dynablocks

The beta version of the platform was launched under the name DynaBlocks, which was later changed to Roblox, a combination of "robots" and "blocks". This name change occurred in 2005, and the platform officially launched in 2006.  

2. Roblox is the largest user-generated content platform

With a jaw-dropping 71.5 million daily active users at the end of 2023, and over 4.4 million active games (also known as ‘experiences’), Roblox holds the world record title of largest user-generated content platform. 

3. Brookhaven is the most popular Roblox game

Having attracted more than 46.6B visits as of 25 April 2024 (Now 70.1B visits), Brookhaven RP is the most popular Roblox game in the world. 

4. Robux > > > Real Money?!

Roblox has its own exchange program for game developers that allows you to “turn” robux earned from projects into real money. Since the program was launched in 2013, Roblox has paid out more than $250 million to game creators. 

5. Roblox goes global!

Roblox can be played in over 200 countries in several languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, and more.