FAQ Q. Why is the game called Roblox? A. The beta version of Roblox was called Dynablocks. Because the avatars resembled robots, it was decided that robot blocks was a better descriptor.

FAQ Q. Why is the game called Roblox? A. The beta version of Roblox was called Dynablocks. Because the avatars resembled robots, it was decided that robot blocks was a better descriptor.

There are rumors circulating that Roblox will be banned on Sept. 1? So is Roblox actually shutting down? Here's the truth and what's happening.