Roblox: La máquina para SACAR dinero a NIÑOS

Summary

The video script delves into the world of Roblox, a platform that allows children to create and play games, but also raises concerns about its business model. It criticizes Roblox for exploiting young developers and players through predatory microtransactions, gambling elements, and a skin market that can lead to exorbitant spending. The script highlights the company's questionable practices, such as avoiding game regulations and profiting heavily from children's creations, while also discussing the potential for Roblox to inspire future developers.

Takeaways

• 🤖 Roblox is a platform that allows users, primarily children, to create and play games, with a valuation of over $30 billion, which has peaked at $78 billion.
• 👶 The company started in 2004, originally named Goblok, and has grown to have 300 million monthly active users, making it incredibly popular among children aged 6 to 16.
• 💡 Roblox's success is attributed to its introduction of Roblox Studio, which enabled anyone to create their own games within the platform, fostering a user-generated content ecosystem.
• 💰 In 2013, Roblox launched the Developer Exchange Program (DEEX), allowing game developers to earn real money from their creations, attracting more developers and users to the platform.
• 🎰 The platform has faced criticism for its inclusion of gambling elements, such as casinos and loot boxes, which are accessible to children and can be exploitative.
• 🛡️ Roblox avoids certain regulations by classifying its creations as 'experiences' rather than 'games', which raises concerns about the protection of young users.
• 🏦 The platform has a complex economy involving Robux, the in-game currency, which can be converted to real money, but with a significant cut taken by Roblox.
• 📈 Roblox's business model heavily relies on microtransactions, with all games on the platform being 'Pay to Win', pressuring children to spend money to progress.
• 🧩 There is a thriving market for skins and items within Roblox, which can be traded and sold, sometimes at exorbitant prices, leading to a speculative economy.
• 📉 Despite the potential for success stories, many developers on Roblox, often young and inexperienced, may struggle to gain visibility and revenue due to the platform's competitive landscape.
• 🕊️ Amidst the criticisms, there is a positive aspect where Roblox encourages young people to learn game development and programming, potentially fostering future industry talent.

Q & A

What was the initial perception of the speaker about Roblox?

The speaker initially thought of Roblox as a poor copy of Legos and compared it to a children's version of 'jotel' with chat rooms and mini-games.

How did the speaker describe the business model of Roblox?

The speaker described Roblox's business model as one that exploits children through microtransactions, loot boxes, and a marketplace for in-game items called 'Skins'.

What is Roblox's value on the stock market, according to the speaker?

The speaker mentioned that Roblox's value on the stock market reached $30 billion, but it has also reached as high as $78 billion.

What is the significance of Roblox Studio in the platform's success?

Roblox Studio is significant because it allows anyone to create their own games within Roblox, which has contributed to the platform's growth and engagement.

What is the DeeXchange Program (DeXP) mentioned in the script?

The DeeXchange Program (DeXP) is a feature launched by Roblox in 2013 that allows developers of mini-games to convert in-game currency into real money.

How does Roblox avoid certain regulations by not calling their creations 'games'?

By calling their creations 'experiences' instead of 'games,' Roblox can bypass certain regulations related to gambling, loot boxes, and microtransactions that typically apply to games.

What is the controversy surrounding the gambling features in Roblox?

The controversy is that Roblox allows gambling features like casinos and betting, which are typically restricted for children, thus bypassing regulations and potentially exploiting young players.

What is the role of 'Skins' in Roblox's business model?

Skins in Roblox are in-game items that can be created and sold by the community, and there is also a limited edition of Skins based on events and collaborations, which can be traded and sold for real money.

How does Roblox handle the issue of copyright infringement with user-created Skins?

The script implies that Roblox has a laissez-faire approach, allowing users to create Skins that may infringe on copyrights, which has led to legal issues and criticism.

What is the Robux currency system in Roblox, and how does it relate to real money?

Robux is the in-game currency of Roblox. Developers can earn Robux through microtransactions in their games, and they can convert a certain amount of Robux into real money, although the conversion rate is not favorable.

What are the challenges faced by developers in Roblox in terms of visibility and competition?

Developers face challenges in getting their games noticed among the vast number of existing games on the platform. Roblox offers an advertising program, but this requires developers to spend more money, which can be difficult for young or inexperienced developers.