18.06.2026 17:11
The world-famous gaming platform Roblox, which has been blocked in Turkey since August 2024 due to child safety concerns, has been reopened following intense negotiations with official authorities and the implementation of new security measures. Millions of children and young people, who had been waiting for the platform to reopen for approximately 680 days, can now directly access their accounts and games without needing any additional software.
The long-awaited development for gaming enthusiasts in Turkey has finally happened. The world-famous online gaming platform Roblox, which had been blocked since 2024, has been re-opened in Turkey. Following the decision, millions of users have started accessing the platform directly, without needing any VPN program, after a mandatory break of approximately 680 days.
THE 680-DAY LONGING HAS ENDED
Roblox was blocked by the Information Technologies and Communication Authority (BTK) on August 7, 2024, following a decision by the Adana 6th Criminal Court of Peace. With the re-opening of the digital world's doors, users who had long been unable to access their accounts and were deprived of games have flocked to the platform via both the website and mobile applications.
THE "CHILD SAFETY" REASON BEHIND THE ACCESS BLOCK
The past decision to block the platform was made due to reasons such as digital child safety, lack of strict content moderation, and some allegations that could negatively impact child development. Shortly after the ban decision, Roblox management stated that they had directly contacted official authorities in Turkey and had begun working on regulations compliant with legal legislation to re-open the platform.
ROBLOX TAKES A STEP BACK: NEW SECURITY MEASURES IN PLACE
The most important factor enabling the removal of the access block was Roblox's concrete steps addressing Turkey's sensitivities. The platform introduced vital innovations such as enhancing child safety, tightening age verification systems, strengthening content moderation, and improving parental control mechanisms. Following these security measures, the access block in Turkey was officially lifted.
ROBLOX CRAZE ON SOCIAL MEDIA
The lifting of the ban has created a festive atmosphere, especially among child and young users. With Roblox becoming one of the most talked-about topics (Trend Topics) on social media in a short time, players are enjoying reuniting with their long-missed digital worlds, friends, and game accounts.