Roblox is implementing new safety measures to protect users under 13, including restrictions on direct messaging without parental consent, officials say.

Video game maker Roblox said on Monday that it is implementing new safety measures for users under 13, including permanently removing the ability to message others outside games on its platform ...

Roblox features a vast number of colorful and anarchic games and "experiences," many of which are made by users themselves and often involves real-time messaging between players.

Roblox announced major parental controls, blocking kids under 13 from direct messaging and rolling out stricter content limits after growing safety concerns.

October 7 will mark an end of an era for Roblox, as the popular sandbox game is getting ready to sunset one of its long-running features.