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A Philippine government official says discussions are underway about potentially restricting access to Roblox nationwide, raising concerns among players and parents alike.

According to Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center head Atty. Aboy Paraiso, the agency is set to meet with telecommunications companies to explore how such a move could be implemented.

“Mamaya makikipagpulong na ako doon sa mga telcos, to discuss how to effectively ban yung signal ng Roblox dito, na kahit may application kayo, mare-restrict, hindi kayo makakapaglaro doon sa application nila, at kahit ‘yung platform nila, yung website nila iba-ban natin dito na hindi na makikita at hindi na maa-access dito sa Pilipinas.”

The statement was shared during a phone interview on UNTV’s morning program Hataw Balita Ngayon on March 24, 2026.

Paraiso explained that the goal is to coordinate with telcos to block both the app and website access, effectively preventing users in the Philippines from using the platform altogether.

While no official timeline has been announced, the move signals a stricter stance on online platforms, especially those frequently used by minors. The proposal is still in the discussion stage, and further updates are expected after consultations with industry stakeholders.

If implemented, the ban could impact millions of Filipino users who regularly access the popular gaming platform.