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#1399

This response was nothing but… cryptic…

Does this address this… or not?

The points in this response aren’t very helpful and personally the “In the future” reasoning doesn’t really help me, I know it’s slightly off-topic, but Roblox said that public audios would come back… and look where we are over a year later. I feel like these compromises will never happen, but that’s just a personal thought.

This bit saddens me, because they are. The iconic Roblox faces that we all love are literally going away. While people still may be able to use them, my problem is new players (or even veterans who haven’t had a chance to buy them) aren’t able to use them anymore. Why can’t the classic faces, and the new heads, co-exist?

The classic faces cannot be compared to the new dynamic heads (especially if I am using R6) as they do feel quite a bit lifeless and stiff when they are compared side to side. There’s no way that you could put “Stevie Standard” next to “Smile” and say they look similar and remain iconic, it’s a different face.

Another thing I felt was left out in this response was forcing users to change to the new dynamic heads if their avatars had no face. Why? Wouldn’t you want to gauge opinions to see how exactly is using these new heads? Personally, if I wanted to see if my users liked a new addition, I would inform them of it, and then collect analytics to see how many users actually use said addition. If that’s what you’re doing, then your data has been tainted by forcing users to switch over.

The outpouring in this thread is proof that users clearly do not like this change, and while it is your “vision” I hope you can see to listening more broadly to the sensible posts in this thread rather than doubling down and releasing a FAQ that only serves to make things more confusing.

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#1401

Hey guys what if we reported this to news outlets? I don’t think investors would enjoy Roblox pissing off their own community (if they knew at least)

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#1402

Investors are stupid not to intently watch what they invest into. Roblox will continue to make these decisions until their bottom line is at stake, which won’t happen unless the front page games that print money for them go on strike or investors have a knee-jerk reaction to this.

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#1404

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#1405

The new post update is completely dissatisfying. It’s quite ironic how limited these faces are in terms of expressions and customizability.

We’d still be using decal heads for custom characters (and starter characters) anyways. Much easier to set up for character emotions, especially for exaggerated expressions.

Oh yeah, there are literally UGC creators making custom faces as accessories. They look so much more rivetting to use than these 3D faces. What now? Delete them too? All for this update to bring such an “expressive” (or lack thereof) technology?

EDIT 3 or whatever: changed some words. poor vocabs. mb

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#1406

I would like Roblox to consider the implications of removing classic faces from sale. This contradicts previous messaging and goes against Roblox’s mission to power creativity and allow users to express themselves.

This sets dangerous president, and I’m sure we will see the discontinuation of R6 soon.

Its also sad that Roblox will let NSFW posts stay up for hours but delete anything critical of the company or this update that could fall under breaking the rules. These messages are posted out of desperation. If transparent, clear, and straightforward communications was provided, I promise things would be going a lot differently. At this point there have been over 200+ posts taken down on this topic.

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#1407

What are you talking about nothing has been removed, roblox is fantastic and loves their player base they are just making a step towards the future and i am not just saying that because my account has been threatened. NOT THAT IT WAS. Im just saying maybe you guys should just give this update a real chance you know? because you have to understand. what are your actual options? you have none. So lets just enjoy this super duper wonderful update. :slight_smile:

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#1408

i am very unhappy with this change (and also the way that certain INFAMOUS people have handled criticism tonight) and I hope Roblox does better soon.

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#1409

I agree! tHis is rEally the most cooLest update i have ever seen yet! I hoPe to see MorE! :smiley:

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#1410

whos this certain infamous person

#1411

i can’t say who this INFAMOUS pErson is. i Don’t think they Deserve hate. still, this is the worst rovlox update Yet.

#1412

This is the community at its most honest.

Of course there would be reckless updates like these by now, they’ve gotten away with it many times over. The animation update, the sound update (and lack of follow-through in earnest), the continued negligence towards bad actors, the punishment for wanting to appeal to older audiences who are less likely to receive ads because it is quite literally encouraged to block ads by federal agencies…

I could go on and on about this. I’ve already stated my case with this update, but now that I’ve seen this post in particular, I feel it has to be reiterated/bumped.

Thirteen years I’ve been on this platform, and honestly it wouldn’t surprise me if within the next year they announce the removal of R6 in poor taste.

If Roblox removes R6 like they’ve been silently sunsetting for the past few years, there goes the part of the community which stands by the character type. It’s only a few more milestones away, folks, enjoy your Roblox while it lasts.

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#1413

thia classic face fiasco should tell everybody that Roblox is ready to take everything away from us. start making preparations in your games now.

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#1414

And the post count continues to decline.

Let’s say the tally for deleted posts is up to 250.

Are community members not allowed to express in vivid color how they feel about this update?

Humor me, how much longer do you think this post will remain active until someone locks it because it looks so bad for Roblox? Are they so dead-set on this update, or will they have a knee-jerk reaction because of the backlash?

One has to wonder just how far this stunt will go. If it’s committed to, the implications are pretty dire looking.

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#1415

I agree this update couldnt possibly be better dang honestly, probably anway. I am shocked to see so much community uproar about it. this update, WHOEVER came up with this idea needs to be promoted to head of staff. HEAD of head of staff. Seriously though, come on you all have to be Kidding me. get with the program this update rocks.

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#1416

It’s fine, we can laugh at home knowing forum jannies are never paid as well as the CEO they bootlick.

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#1421

Why does Roblox want to play roulette with this update?

Its really not that difficult to balance it out… I think Baszucki has this idea in his head that the metaverse is a mind-blowing billion dollar concept and he doesn’t want to give up… I really don’t understand what he sees.

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#1422

Maybe if i am formal they will listen to me

Concerns Regarding Recent Roblox Update

Dear Roblox Staff,

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deep concern and disappointment regarding the recent update that was implemented on the Roblox platform. As an avid user and a dedicated member of the Roblox community, I feel it is crucial to bring to your attention the collective sentiments of many users who share my perspective.

Firstly, I must emphasize that this update has been met with an overwhelming negative response from the community. Numerous discussions on forums, social media platforms, and within in-game chat indicate widespread discontent. The user experience has significantly deteriorated, with many reporting increased instances of glitches, crashes, and game-breaking bugs. It has not only disrupted gameplay but has also hampered the creative potential of developers who rely on a stable environment to bring their ideas to life.

Furthermore, the changes introduced in this update seem to prioritize cosmetic enhancements over addressing fundamental issues and improving core functionalities. This decision has left many members of the community feeling unheard and their needs disregarded. In a community-driven platform like Roblox, it is essential to prioritize the concerns and suggestions of its users to maintain a loyal and engaged player base.

The negative impact of this update goes beyond the immediate user experience. As word spreads about the unsatisfactory changes, we are witnessing an alarming exodus of players from the platform. This mass migration to other gaming platforms not only affects Roblox’s reputation but also poses a significant threat to the company’s financial bottom line. Reduced user engagement and declining revenues can have long-term consequences for the platform’s sustainability.

I implore you to reconsider the decisions made in this update and take into account the valuable feedback provided by the community. Transparent communication with the users regarding future updates and a commitment to addressing their concerns would go a long way in rebuilding trust and fostering a positive relationship between Roblox Corporation and its users.

In conclusion, I urge you to act promptly and collaboratively with the community to rectify the shortcomings of this update. Roblox’s success has always been rooted in its passionate and engaged user base, and it is essential to nurture and preserve this relationship for the long-term success of the platform.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to hearing from you and witnessing positive changes that demonstrate Roblox Corporation’s commitment to its community.

Sincerely, Someone who has been on the platform since 2009

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#1423

like how mutiple Roblox employees have come out saying blatantly racist things both in employee gatherings and on anonymous work chat apps!

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#1425

Maybe if we get people to flood this post to the point that they have to close it they might listen.

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