I’ve been on an incredible journey with Roblox development since middle school, starting with no coding knowledge and gradually learning to create full games by my senior year of high school. Recently, I revisited one of my older projects, hoping to find new success. However, despite my efforts, things didn’t work out as I’d hoped. While there are strategies like investing in ads, building a social media presence, or collaborating with smaller creators, I’ve realized that I don’t have the time or mental capacity to sustain constant updates or promotion. Through this experience, I’ve learned to accept that it’s okay if things don’t go as planned. What truly matters are the invaluable skills and experiences I’ve gained along the way.
Roblox game development has been a transformative part of my life. It gave me an escape during a time when I struggled to fit in, providing a space where I could express my creativity and feel a sense of worth. As my skills grew, so did my expectations, and I fell into the trap of comparing myself to other developers who found greater success with projects similar to mine. This mindset turned my passion into a quest for validation, which ultimately drained the joy from something I once loved. Over time, as I’ve grown into young adulthood, I’ve come to realize that even though I didn’t find success through games, Roblox as a development platform has given me the tools I need to work toward my career goals.
Today, I’m stepping away from game development on Roblox—not as a defeat, but as a choice to prioritize my well-being and appreciate the other accomplishments I’ve achieved outside of this platform. To anyone reading this: don’t be afraid to walk away from something you once wanted. It’s okay to step back and acknowledge when something isn’t working, because growth doesn’t always come from success—it comes from the journey you took to get there. I don’t know what the future holds, but for now, I’m stepping away and leaving my game development group in the hands of a trusted friend. Please continue to follow your development aspirations, even when times get rocky. I wish you all success.
