The verification process will use a combination of facial recognition tech, ID verification, and parental consent.

Roblox is introducing age verification for users in order to protect younger players and keep them safe while using in-game communication features.

Online game platform Roblox is implementing new, more rigorous safety strategiesfollowing continued criticism from young players’ parents and governmentofficials. On Wednesday, Roblox Chief Safety Officer Matt Kaufman announced theplatform would utilize “new technology for age estimation” — a combination of“facial age estimation technology,