by Heellshotxx_Real123 – Turkish Developer Community Guide
In 2025, more than 60% of Roblox players access the platform using mobile devices. Yet, many beginner developers forget to optimize their games for phones and tablets — which can lead to low engagement and poor reviews.
This post is a starter guide to help you build and optimize Roblox experiences for mobile users.
Why Mobile Optimization Matters
Mobile players have limited screen space and touch controls.
High-polygon models and large maps often cause lag or crashes.
UI elements can overlap or disappear if not scaled properly.
A poorly optimized game = lost players = low retention.
Tips for Mobile-Friendly Games
Use “Device Emulator” in Roblox Studio
Test your game in Phone and Tablet mode under the emulator tab.
Simple Controls = Better UX
Avoid complex keybinds. Use TouchButtons or GUI-based controls instead.
Scale Your UI
Use UIScale and AnchorPoints to make your UI responsive across devices.
Optimize Performance
Use Low LOD (Level of Detail) models.
Compress textures.
Reduce unnecessary particle effects and sounds.
Use Analytics
Track player devices using UserInputService:GetLastInputType() to see how many use mobile and adapt accordingly.
Final Words
Optimizing for mobile is not just about performance — it’s about accessibility. Your game can reach thousands more players if it runs smoothly on mobile.
If you’re a beginner developer, I encourage you to build mobile-first. It will make your experiences more inclusive, especially for global audiences.
Let’s build games for everyone – everywhere.
— Heellshotxx_Real123