{"id":3490968,"date":"2026-07-16T18:22:06","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T18:22:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techingeek.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/16\/roblox-introduces-a-game-development-functionality-enhanced-by-ai-in-its-mobile-application\/"},"modified":"2026-07-16T18:22:06","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T18:22:06","slug":"roblox-introduces-a-game-development-functionality-enhanced-by-ai-in-its-mobile-application","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techingeek.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/16\/roblox-introduces-a-game-development-functionality-enhanced-by-ai-in-its-mobile-application\/","title":{"rendered":"Roblox introduces a game-development functionality enhanced by AI in its mobile application."},"content":{"rendered":"
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On Thursday, Roblox revealed a new feature named \u201cBuild,\u201d enabling users to create games directly from their mobile devices utilizing AI.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Build feature empowers anyone to convert straightforward text prompts into a simple game without needing programming skills. For instance, if a user enters, \u201cLet\u2019s create a cozy adventure game set in a thick forest,\u201d the feature will produce an initial draft of the game, which can then be altered and shared with friends.<\/p>\n

\u201cDriven by an extensive array of AI models, incorporating both open-source and proprietary models from Roblox, Build manages gameplay mechanics, settings, characters, visual aesthetics, sound, and much more,\u201d the company stated in its blog entry.<\/p>\n

Firms like Google, Microsoft, and Tencent have developed analogous tools. Nonetheless, AI-enabled game creation has sparked worries among developers and players, as critics suggest that lowering the barriers to game development through text prompts could result in a flood of low-quality and monotonous games. This might also heighten competition on the platform, requiring creators to vie not only with fellow developers but also with AI-generated content that can be created significantly faster.\u00a0<\/p>\n

These apprehensions are echoed in this year\u2019s Game Developers Conference State of the Game Industry survey, which indicated that 52% of gaming industry professionals feel generative AI is negatively impacting the industry.<\/p>\n

In response, Roblox intends to rank these AI-generated games based on player retention, akin to the method used for other titles on the platform. If a game doesn\u2019t attract players, it won\u2019t be prominently featured.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur discovery algorithms are tailored to showcase games with lasting appeal, which excludes low-quality AI creations. The standards for games on the homepage will remain unchanged: If it’s not played \u2014 it won’t be found. The objective across these new tools is to keep fostering creation across all experience levels,\u201d the company elaborated.<\/p>\n

The Build feature will commence public alpha testing on July 28, accessible to users in New Zealand aged nine and above who have confirmed their age. Users aged 16 and older will have the chance to publish their works for a global audience. A free basic version will be offered alongside paid options.<\/p>\n

In addition to the Build feature, Roblox is also focusing on creating AI agents that will aid creators in playtesting and supplying analytics. These features are expected to be launched in the coming months.<\/p>\n

This new feature underscores Roblox\u2019s continued commitment to AI development, which includes an AI foundation model for creating 3D game assets and an AI chatbot for assisting developers during the game-building journey. Furthermore, Roblox is in the process of developing a \u201cnew scene-generation model\u201d capable of crafting entire editable and playable 3D environments from a single text prompt.<\/p>\n

Moreover, the announcement follows closely after Roblox revealed its plans to terminate \u201cRoblox Connect,\u201d the avatar-based video-call feature that was launched in 2023.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. This doesn\u2019t affect our editorial independence.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

<\/div>\n
\n

On Thursday, Roblox revealed a new feature named \u201cBuild,\u201d enabling users to create games directly from their mobile devices utilizing AI.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Build feature empowers anyone to convert straightforward text prompts into a simple game without needing programming skills. For instance, if a user enters, \u201cLet\u2019s create a cozy adventure game set in a thick forest,\u201d the feature will produce an initial draft of the game, which can then be altered and shared with friends.<\/p>\n

\u201cDriven by an extensive array of AI models, incorporating both open-source and proprietary models from Roblox, Build manages gameplay mechanics, settings, characters, visual aesthetics, sound, and much more,\u201d the company stated in its blog entry.<\/p>\n

Firms like Google, Microsoft, and Tencent have developed analogous tools. Nonetheless, AI-enabled game creation has sparked worries among developers and players, as critics suggest that lowering the barriers to game development through text prompts could result in a flood of low-quality and monotonous games. This might also heighten competition on the platform, requiring creators to vie not only with fellow developers but also with AI-generated content that can be created significantly faster.\u00a0<\/p>\n

These apprehensions are echoed in this year\u2019s Game Developers Conference State of the Game Industry survey, which indicated that 52% of gaming industry professionals feel generative AI is negatively impacting the industry.<\/p>\n

In response, Roblox intends to rank these AI-generated games based on player retention, akin to the method used for other titles on the platform. If a game doesn\u2019t attract players, it won\u2019t be prominently featured.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur discovery algorithms are tailored to showcase games with lasting appeal, which excludes low-quality AI creations. The standards for games on the homepage will remain unchanged: If it’s not played \u2014 it won’t be found. The objective across these new tools is to keep fostering creation across all experience levels,\u201d the company elaborated.<\/p>\n

The Build feature will commence public alpha testing on July 28, accessible to users in New Zealand aged nine and above who have confirmed their age. Users aged 16 and older will have the chance to publish their works for a global audience. A free basic version will be offered alongside paid options.<\/p>\n

In addition to the Build feature, Roblox is also focusing on creating AI agents that will aid creators in playtesting and supplying analytics. These features are expected to be launched in the coming months.<\/p>\n

This new feature underscores Roblox\u2019s continued commitment to AI development, which includes an AI foundation model for creating 3D game assets and an AI chatbot for assisting developers during the game-building journey. Furthermore, Roblox is in the process of developing a \u201cnew scene-generation model\u201d capable of crafting entire editable and playable 3D environments from a single text prompt.<\/p>\n

Moreover, the announcement follows closely after Roblox revealed its plans to terminate \u201cRoblox Connect,\u201d the avatar-based video-call feature that was launched in 2023.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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