Texas Sues Popular Children's Gaming Site

When a company markets itself as “safe for kids” but repeatedly fails to guard our children from real danger, the State of Texas must step in. That is why we applaud the decision by the Attorney General to file suit against Roblox. This is a matter of protecting our children from exploitation, predators, and corporate negligence!

The Heart of the Problem

The lawsuit alleges Roblox “put pixel pedophiles and profits over the safety of Texas children,” claiming the platform knowingly allowed predatory behavior, grooming, and exposure to explicit content.

While Roblox advertises itself as a family-friendly gaming and creative space, the reality for many children has been far from innocent. According to the complaint, what was supposed to be a digital playground has instead become a “sprawling and unregulated” environment where predators can freely exploit children, often hiding behind anonymity and virtual avatars.

And it’s not just one or two isolated incidents: private lawsuits from families across the country, including in Texas, allege repeated cases of sexual exploitation, grooming, and even tragic outcomes such as child suicide.

Lies to Parents Have Real Consequences

One of the most damning aspects of the case is that Roblox allegedly misled parents about the safety of the platform. The company repeatedly marketed itself as the premier online safe space for kids, promising robust safety tools and parental controls. But according to the lawsuit, these safeguards were insufficient or bypassable. 

In short: many parents trusted Roblox to be safe. Instead, their children were exposed to predators. This breach of trust deserves consequences!

What Should Come Next

We urge lawmakers, parents, and concerned citizens to support stricter oversight of children-oriented online platforms. That means:

• Real age verification and parental consent for minors, not just optional settings.

• Clear warnings to parents about the risks, not marketing illusions of “safe playgrounds.”

• Legal and civil consequences when companies fail to uphold child safety obligations.

If Roblox or any other platform cannot guarantee the safety of children, they should not be allowed to market themselves to children.

The lawsuit launched by Texas against Roblox is more than a legal action. It is a stand for family values, for the protection of children, and for the principle that no corporation is above accountability.