Russia bans Roblox due to “LGBT propaganda” and “extremist” content.

Russia has restricted access to Roblox after the country’s communications regulator Roskomnadzor accused it of promoting extremism and “gay propaganda.” According to reports from Reuters and Medusa.

As reported MedusaRussian lawmakers began raising concerns about Roblox days later The Guardian published A report on the platform last month detailed how the author was able to access content that may not be suitable for children with parental controls enabled.

The communications agency said content on Roblox “may negatively impact children’s spiritual and moral development.” Medusa Reports. “Children in the game are subjected to sexual harassment, forced to share intimate images, and pushed toward acts of lewdness and violence.” In addition to new restrictions On FaceTime and WhatsAppRussia banned the platforms Like disagreement, Facebookand Instagram In the past while Restrict access to YouTube.

Roblox He has since announced It blocks access to sexual content and will do so soon Requires users to undergo an age estimation process In order to chat on the platform. “We respect local laws and regulations in the countries in which we operate and believe that Roblox provides a positive space for learning, creativity, and meaningful communication for everyone,” a Roblox spokesperson says. Reuters. Roblox did not immediately respond EdgeRequest for comment.