How to Make a Game on Roblox

You create games inside Roblox Studio — a free desktop application linked to your Roblox account.

Step-by-Step

1. Create Account: roblox.com → Sign Up.
2. Install Studio: Log in → Click "Create" (top bar) → "Start Creating" → Downloads RobloxStudio.dmg / .exe → Install.
3. Launch Studio: Sign in with same account. Choose Baseplate (empty) or Template (Obby, Racing, RPG, etc.).
4. Learn the Interface:
   • Explorer / Properties: Hierarchy & settings of every object.
   • Toolbox: Free models, audio, plugins, meshes (search "free").
   • Script Editor: Write Luau (Roblox's typed Lua 5.1 variant).
   • Viewport: 3D scene — move/scale/rotate (W/E/R), terrain editor, test play (F5).
5. Build → Script → Test Loop:
   • Parts (blocks, spheres, wedges) → Union / Negate (CSG) for shapes.
   • Scripts: ServerScriptService (server logic), StarterPlayerScripts (client), ModuleScripts (shared).
   • RemoteEvents/Functions for client↔server comms.
6. Publish: File → Game Settings → Name, Description, Genre, Icon → Save to Roblox → Publish (Public/Private/Friends).

Essential Learning Resources

• Roblox Developer Hub (create.roblox.com) — tutorials, API reference, engine updates.
• TheDevKing / AlvinBlox / B Ricey (YouTube) — beginner to advanced series.
• Roblox Education — lesson plans, coding camps.
• DevForum (devforum.roblox.com) — Q&A, resources, collaboration.

Monetization (Later)

• Game Passes / Developer Products (Robux).
• Premium Payouts (engagement-based).
• Must be 13+, ID verified, DevEx eligible (100k Robux = $350).

Start small: finish an Obby (obstacle course) first. Ship, get feedback, iterate.