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Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Yahoo
Roblox is now much faster on Chromebooks
In a fitting crossover, Roblox is getting a big speed boost on Chromebooks. Google said on Thursday that a new x86 version of the online game platform and creation system is twice as fast as the Android version, which was previously the only way to play Roblox on ChromeOS. Given the overlap between Chromebooks (popular in education) and Roblox (popular with kids, for better or worse), a better-performing version on ChromeOS seems like a good match. Although there are more ARM-based Chromebooks than before, most still use x86 architecture. Google says the new Roblox build provides smoother gameplay, quicker load times and "an overall better Roblox experience." More specifically, you should see a 99 percent framerate increase in the virtual pet game Adopt Me! and a 67 percent boost in the role-playing sim Brookhaven RP. Load times are up to 29 percent faster when going from a fresh start to the login page. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. Alongside the x86 launch, Google and Roblox have some speed-themed in-game swag for Chromebook users. You can redeem a jetpack with a Chrome logo (of course!) for your avatar to fly around like a Google-sponsored Buzz Lightyear. You can also redeem a "hoverboard" (which looks suspiciously like a OneWheel) for faster ground travel. You'll find both on Google's perks page. This isn't the first mashup between the two companies. Last year, they teamed up on a weird game that teaches kids about online safety, the, uh, "interestingly" named Be Internet Awesome World. Google told Engadget that you can install the x86 version of Roblox directly through the Play Store. Although that's typically where you find the Android version, the storefront should automatically deliver the right build for your laptop.
The Onion
17-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The Onion
It Almost Weirder That Grown Man On Roblox Isn't Grooming Children
SEATTLE—Voicing concern about the adult's aberrant behavior, sources confirmed Monday that it was almost weirder that Richard Shea, a grown man on Roblox, wasn't using the online gaming platform to groom children. 'If he was on here trying to find underage players and lure them into some sort of sexual relationship, that would be super fucked-up, but at least it would explain his reasons for spending hours each day playing virtual experiences designed by children. This guy isn't a predator, though,' said Roblox player Mason Briggs, 11, telling reporters that the fact that there was no sinister sexual motivation behind Shea's dogged pursuit of high scores on games such as Blox Fruits and BedWars and that he seemed to play only for fun was bizarre and inexplicable. 'I remember he invited me and a few friends to an in-game party where we could all play and communicate together. He never pressured us to reveal contact information or made any sort of inappropriate or explicit remark. He mostly just wanted tips on how to make it through the Ancient Ruins map on Adopt Me! It kind of gave me the creeps.' At press time, Briggs was reportedly all the more disturbed after receiving a private message from Shea informing her that he'd have even more time to play now that he had received tenure.
