About this podcast

In this engaging episode of Decoder, host Nilay Patel sits down with Roblox CEO David Baszucki to discuss the platform's groundbreaking move to introduce experiences exclusively for users aged 17 and up. Explore the strategic motivations behind Roblox's push to diversify its user base and evolve beyond being primarily a children's game. Baszucki shares insights into how Roblox plans to maintain platform safety while fostering growth among older demographics, and outlines his ambitious vision for Roblox as a leading 3D simulation and communication platform for all ages, impacting areas from education to work and social interaction. The conversation also touches on the integration of generative AI and the future role of VR headsets within the Roblox universe.