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Roblox has significantly struggled with hackers and exploiters. Their new 'server authority' system, previously in testing, is now officially available to all creators. Instead of just banning hackers, this system prevents them from cheating by making in-game hacks, like flying, impossible to execute. This aims to resolve issues caused by hackers ruining game experiences.
Minecraft, long considered Roblox's main competitor, has seen its growth slow, with Roblox recently surpassing it in player engagement on platforms like Discord. A Bloomberg report revealed that Xbox has been using Minecraft's profits to fund other games in its portfolio, leading to 'underinvestment' in Minecraft itself, explaining the lack of significant updates. In contrast, Roblox has been reinvesting its profits back into its own platform, contributing to its recent success.
Following other artists, the legendary rock band The Rolling Stones will be holding an event and concert on Roblox. The event, which includes an immersive game exploring their six decades of history, started on July 10th, with the main concert scheduled for July 17th. It's anticipated that free in-game items, possibly featuring the band's iconic tongue logo, will be available.
The annual Roblox Developer Conference (RDC) and Innovation Awards are significant events for the Roblox community. This year, the nomination period for the Innovation Awards was cut short, closing a week earlier than planned. Roblox cited an 'overwhelming number of submissions' for the early closure, which seemed unusual, especially given recent community criticisms of the platform.