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Russia lifts Roblox ban, Interfax reports

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Posted on June 10, 2026

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· Last updated: June 10, 2026

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Russia Removes Ban on Roblox After Assurances of Compliance and User Safety

Russian Authorities Lift Roblox Ban Following Company Commitments

Background of the Ban

MOSCOW, June 10 (Reuters) - Russian authorities have lifted a ban on U.S. gaming platform Roblox, Interfax news agency reported on Wednesday.

Company Response and Government Actions

Roblox's Pledge to Strengthen Protections

The digital development ministry said on Tuesday it had asked law enforcement agencies to support lifting the restrictions after the company pledged to strengthen protections for young users and comply with Russian law.

Official Statements and Reporting

(Reporting by Ksenia Orlova;Writing by Maxim Rodionov; Editing by Emelia Sithole-Matarise)

Key Takeaways

  • Roblox was blocked in Russia on December 3, 2025 over concerns about extremist and LGBT‑related content, as well as child safety issues. (interfax.com)
  • In early June 2026, Roblox agreed to implement age‑based access restrictions and stronger moderation to shield minors from harmful content. (meduza.io)
  • Following these commitments, Russia’s Digital Development Ministry and Roskomnadzor appealed to law enforcement on June 9 to support lifting the ban, which was subsequently lifted on June 10. (marketscreener.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Russia lift the ban on Roblox?
Russia lifted the ban after Roblox promised to enhance protections for young users and comply with Russian laws.
What agency reported the lifting of the Roblox ban?
The lifting of the ban was reported by the Interfax news agency.
What actions did Roblox take to comply with Russian law?
Roblox pledged to strengthen protections for young users and adhere to Russian regulatory requirements.
Which ministry in Russia was involved in lifting the Roblox restrictions?
The digital development ministry was involved in requesting the ban to be lifted.

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