How Do You Download Roblox? A Beginner-Friendly Guide

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Roblox is a super popular game with tons of different experiences—but how do you get started? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered no matter what platform you use. Just follow our step-by-step instructions for downloading Roblox on PC or laptop (either through the Microsoft store or the Roblox website ), Mac , iOS , Android , or console .

How to Download Roblox on a PC or Laptop

  1. Go to the Microsoft Store.
  2. Search for Roblox.
  3. Click “Roblox.”
  4. Click the blue “Get” button.
  5. Open Roblox from your Start menu after it installs.
Section 1 of 7:

Downloading Roblox on Windows PC or Laptop (Microsoft Store)

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  1. You'll find this app in your Start menu. [1]
  2. It's near the top-right corner of the Microsoft Store window.
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  3. A list of search results will appear. [2]
  4. It's the silver square with a darker square inside. It should be the first result in the list.
  5. It's under the word "Free+" near the middle of the page. This installs Roblox on your PC. It'll also add a menu item for Roblox to your Start menu.
  6. You'll find the app in your Start menu. [3]
  7. If you've played Roblox before, you can use the same account you used on that computer, phone, or tablet. Otherwise, follow the on-screen instructions to create a new account and sign in. [4]
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Downloading Roblox on a Windows PC or Laptop (Roblox Website)

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    Log in to www.roblox.com on a web browser. If you’ve played Roblox before, click “Log In” in the top right corner of the screen, then enter the same username and password you used before. If you’ve never played before, fill out the form on the homepage to create a new account. [5]
    • Use an up-to-date browser like Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge.
  2. 2
    Go to any Roblox game and click the green Play button. Search the experiences for a game that looks fun—it doesn’t matter what game it is. Once you find one, click the Play button. A pop-up will appear letting you know that Roblox Player is being installed.
    • You may be prompted to confirm the installation.
  3. 3
    Return to the game and click Play again after Roblox Player installs. The game will launch, and you can start playing.
    • If you prefer, you can double-click the Roblox Player shortcut from your desktop and choose a game that way.
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Downloading Roblox on Mac

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  1. Go to https://www.roblox.com in a web browser. As long as you're using macOS 10.7 or later on an Intel chipset, you can play Roblox on your Mac. [6]
  2. If you're new to Roblox, complete the form under the "Sign up and start having fun" header, then click Sign Up to start playing.
    • If you've played Roblox before, enter your username and password into the fields at the top-right corner of the page, and then click the green Log In button.
  3. It doesn't matter which one you click—you'll just be using it to download Roblox. This displays details about the game. [7]
  4. Now you'll see a pop-up prompting you to install the application. [8]
  5. It's on the pop-up window. This downloads the Roblox installer to your default downloads folder. [9]
    • If you're asked if you want to allow the page to open the app, click Allow .
  6. On most browsers, the Downloads folder is in the downward-pointing arrow near the top-right corner of the window. You should see “Roblox.dmg” in the folder—double-click that to open the installer window.
    • You can also get to your Downloads by opening Finder, then double-clicking the Downloads folder.
  7. It's at the center of the window (right above the text "Double click to install"). A warning message will appear, asking if you are sure you want to install the app.
  8. The window will close, and you'll return to the Roblox installer window. Roblox will start installing.
  9. Go back to your browser and click the green Play button on any experience. The game will launch, and you can start playing.
    • A pop-up may appear asking you to verify that you want to launch the player. Click “Open Link” to confirm. [10]
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Downloading Roblox on iOS: iPhone or iPad

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  1. It'll be on the home screen. You may have to open a folder to find it.
  2. It's the magnifying glass icon at the bottom-right corner.
  3. The search bar is at the top of the screen. A list of matching search results will appear.
  4. It should be at or near the top of the list. Look for the black icon with a silver square inside.
    • If you've downloaded the app to this iPhone or iPad in the past, you'll see a small blue cloud with an arrow instead of GET . Tap that instead.
  5. Depending on your settings, you may need to enter your PIN or use TouchID or FaceID to start the download. Follow the on-screen instructions to download the app to your phone or tablet.
    • When the app is finished downloading, its icon will appear on one of your home screens. Look for the icon with two game characters and the word "ROBLOX" in white letters.
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Downloading Roblox on Android

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  1. You'll find this app in your app drawer.
  2. The search bar is at the top of the screen. A list of matching search results will appear.
  3. It's at the top of the list. This will download and install the app on your Android.
    • Once the install is complete, the Roblox icon will be placed on your home screen or in the app drawer. Look for the icon with two game characters and the word "ROBLOX" in white letters.
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Downloading Roblox on Xbox or PlayStation

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  1. 1
    Search for “roblox” in the Xbox Store or PlayStation Store. The store to download apps will be on the homepage of your console.
  2. 2
    Download and launch Roblox. If you have Xbox, click Roblox, then the “Install” or “Get” button. [11] If you have PlayStation, click “Add to Library.” [12]
    • Roblox is available on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 or 5.
    • Once the game is downloaded, you can open it from your Games Library.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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    Is downloading Roblox free? Yes, it’s free to download the Roblox app on any platform. However, some experiences may require Roblox’s in-game currency called Robux .
  2. 2
    Why won’t it let me download Roblox? Check whether your device is compatible with the version of Roblox that you’re trying to download and that your device settings will allow you to install new apps.
  3. 3
    Is Roblox okay for a 7-year-old? Yes, but be sure you have parental controls set to only allow age-appropriate content. To do that, you’ll need to create your own Roblox account, then link it to your child’s account. You can control the parental settings from your account, including content maturity restrictions and communication controls. [13]
  4. 4
    What are the most popular Roblox games? Popular Roblox games include Blox Fruits , Adopt Me!, Brookhaven RP, Dress to Impress, and Royale High.
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      5. ↑ https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/204473560-How-to-Install-and-Play-Roblox
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      7. ↑ https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/204473560-How-to-Install-and-Play-Roblox
      8. ↑ https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/203312910-How-Do-I-Reinstall-the-Roblox-Software
      9. ↑ https://youtu.be/ZOjovVyG-No?t=66
      1. ↑ https://mackeeper.com/blog/roblox-on-mac/
      2. ↑ https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/roblox/bq1tn1t79v9k
      3. ↑ https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/19816103303572-PlayStation-FAQ
      4. ↑ https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/30428310121620-Parental-Controls-Overview

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      Android: Open the Play Store, search for Roblox, and then tap INSTALL .
      iOS: Open the App Store, search for Roblox, tap GET .
      PC/Mac: Go to Roblox.com, sign in, click the PLAY button on a game, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

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