Roblox is arguably at a crossroads. As more and more people become increasingly aware of the influence of Roblox, it has been under more scrutiny than ever before. In addition to the classic shutdown rumors, lawsuits have also been swirling around the popular platform.
Even as hit games like Grow a Garden continue to dominate the platform and attract celebrity appearances, rumors persist about the game's imminent shutdown. The latest rumor has been circulating on social media platforms, claiming that Roblox will cease operations on September 1.
No, Roblox is not shutting down on September 1, 2025. Despite the widely circulated rumor on social media, Roblox has confirmed that any report of a shutdown is a hoax. In a statement shared with ScreenRant, Roblox noted that "the same hoax (with a few details changed) goes around every year or two)," linking to an X post from 2020 with a similar message.
Here is the rumor in full: "After careful consideration, we have decided to permanently shut down our platform. This decision comes as a direct response to overwhelming popular demand, alongside growing concerns about safety and security. While this was no easy choice, we believe it is in the best...
