Why Roblox Is the Ultimate Game of Our Generation (Sorry, Fortnite)

I was born in 2013, which means I’m part of the generation that grew up with iPads in our hands and Wi-Fi routed our cribs. We didn’t ride bikes to our friend’s house; we sent game invites to virtual worlds. And out of all the games I’ve played growing up, one stands way above the rest: Roblox.

Roblox isn’t just a game—it’s a whole universe of them, and most of them are built by players like me. The game was originally released in 2006 (basically the Stone Age to us), but it exploded in popularity over the last ten years. What makes it different is that you don’t just play, you can build your games, design outfits, create worlds, and share them with millions of people. It’s like having your game studio before you’ve even finished 5th grade.

Now, I know a lot of people are obsessed with Fortnite, and sure, it’s fun. But be honest: Fortnite is pay-to-win. If you don’t have the latest skins, dances, or battle pass, you’re getting loser emoted on left and right. Roblox isn’t like that. Most games on Roblox are free to play, and winning doesn’t depend on how much money you’ve spent. Skill, creativity, and teamwork matter way more than Robux. Of course, Robux can give you some enhancements to the game or just make it easier, but it doesn’t give you an unfair advantage over your fellow players.

And let’s not forget how Roblox saved us during the pandemic. When schools were closed and everything felt like living in a bubble, Roblox became our escape, a place where we could still hang out, stay connected, and avoid slipping into introversion or losing our minds. Whether it was Virtual birthday parties or just fun games in Brookhaven and goofing around in Obbies like a friend, Roblox was there when we were down.

So if you’re part of Gen Alpha like me, or even a little older, a little younger, and you haven’t played Roblox yet, what are you waiting for? Roblox is fun, creative, social, and full of endless possibilities. And no, this isn’t a sponsored ad; it’s only that I think it’s the ultimate game for kids growing up today.