Roblox Replaces Legacy Chat Service with New System, Sparking Player Concerns
Roblox has officially shut down its LegacyChatService, replacing it with a new chat system, and many players are expressing frustration over the mandatory switch. Some users have pointed out that older games on the platform relied heavily on the Legacy Chat for proper functionality, as developers could face bans otherwise. Others noted that the older chat system had a more creative and user-friendly layout, while the new system feels more corporate in design.
Launched in 2006 by David Baszucki and Erik Cassel, Roblox has grown to an average of 85 million daily active users as of February 2025. The platform’s influence continues to grow, with real-world brands like Chipotle integrating into Roblox by launching games offering in-game rewards like free burritos.
In late 2024, Roblox confirmed the transition from Legacy Chat to the new TextChatService, with a deadline for migration set for April 30, 2025. This shift follows updated restrictions aimed at protecting younger users and ensuring all chat messages comply with the platform’s parental controls. Roblox also mentioned that future changes could be necessary to meet evolving safety and legal requirements.
Roblox Transitions from Legacy Chat to Text Chat Service
Roblox’s Legacy Chat Shutdown Sparks Concerns About Game Impact and Changes to Platform Features
Roblox’s transition from Legacy Chat to the new Text Chat Service has raised concerns among its player base, particularly regarding admin games.A Reddit thread started by user idkallex discussed fears that the change could signal the end for admin titles. Some players worry that Roblox might privatize unconverted games or disable their chat features if developers don’t update them before the April 2025 deadline. These concerns stem from Roblox’s plan to auto-convert all games to the new system after the deadline. If the conversion fails, these issues could affect games until creators manually update or disable them.
Despite the controversy, Roblox’s voice chat remains a popular communication tool, with added parental controls to ensure safety for younger users. Players see this change as a positive for child protection, but some still feel uncertain about certain games’ futures.
In addition to the chat update, Roblox recently made an unannounced change to the platform, quietly renaming the “Friends” feature within an internal build. While this change is still in development and hasn’t been officially confirmed, the surprise modification has puzzled some players, who are left wondering about the reason behind the update.