It finally happened! After years of requests, Roblox has officially raised the friends list limit from 200 to 1,000 friends. This long-awaited update was announced during RDC 2024 (Roblox Developers Conference), alongside several other major changes coming to the platform.
Although the limit isn’t infinite, increasing it to 1,000 friends is still a significant improvement for players who have always wanted to expand their social connections on Roblox. Additionally, the block list limit has also been increased to 1,000, allowing users to block more players than ever before.
Why This Update Matters
Since Roblox’s inception, the friends list limit has been capped at 200 friends. For years, players have been pushing for this limit to be increased. Now, Roblox users can finally add more people to their friends list, making it easier to stay connected with more players without having to constantly prune their friends list.
While we were hoping for an infinite friends list, 1,000 is still a great leap forward, especially for content creators, developers, and socially active players who interact with large communities.
Streamer Mode and Offline Mode Are Finally Here
Alongside the friends list limit increase, Roblox is introducing another highly requested feature: Streamer Mode and Offline Mode. These updates were also revealed at RDC 2024.
What is Streamer Mode?
With Streamer Mode, content creators and Star Creators will have more control over their visibility on the platform. Streamer Mode will randomize a creator’s avatar and username, making it harder for players to identify them in-game. This is particularly useful for popular streamers and YouTubers who often get targeted in-game by fans or trolls.
While this feature is currently limited to Star Creators, there’s hope that it might expand to all users in the future. However, there are concerns about the potential misuse of such anonymity, which could explain why Roblox is restricting access for now.
Offline Mode is Finally Happening
Another long-awaited update is Offline Mode, which allows players to appear offline to other users. This is a game-changer for anyone who wants to enjoy some quiet time on Roblox without being bombarded with messages or game invites.
Offline Mode has been a top-requested feature for years, and its introduction at RDC 2024 is a welcome addition to the Roblox community.
The Return of the Roblox Egg Hunt?
During a Q&A session at RDC, David Baszucki (aka Builderman) teased the possible return of the beloved Roblox Egg Hunt event. When asked about it, Baszucki responded with, “If the term egg is big, it’s worth thinking about,” sparking speculation among fans that we could see an egg hunt return in the near future.
While nothing has been confirmed, the idea of an egg hunt coming back has excited many players. Roblox’s previous egg hunts were some of the platform’s most popular events, so a revival would certainly be welcomed by the community.
New Halloween Event Teased
Along with the egg hunt speculation, Roblox has also teased a brand-new Halloween event for this year. David Baszucki confirmed that Roblox will be doing something completely new for Halloween, which has generated excitement among players.
Roblox’s Halloween events have always been fan favorites, and this year’s event promises to be something special. Although details are still scarce, players can expect new activities, quests, and rewards in the coming weeks.
UGC Bundles Update: No More Modesty Layers for Animal Avatars
One of the more technical changes announced at RDC 2024 involves UGC (User-Generated Content) bundles. Roblox has updated the rules for UGC avatars, specifically removing the requirement for modesty layers on certain animal avatars.
Previously, even animal-based avatars, like frogs or plushies, were required to wear modesty layers, resulting in some odd visual restrictions. Now, Roblox has recognized that certain avatars, like animals, don’t need these layers, allowing for more creative freedom in UGC design.
Roblox Studio Expands Community Templates
Another exciting announcement is the future expansion of Roblox Studio templates. Soon, players and developers will be able to upload and share their own templates within Roblox Studio. This change aims to make game development more accessible, offering users a head start by building off community-created templates.
This feature will undoubtedly streamline the game creation process and foster more collaborative development across the platform.
Is Gambling Coming to Roblox?
One of the more controversial statements made during RDC came from David Baszucki, who speculated that gambling could one day become part of Roblox, but only in compliance with state laws and in partnership with official casinos.
While Baszucki clarified that this is merely a possibility and not a confirmed feature, the idea of introducing gambling on Roblox has sparked debate. Although any gambling feature would likely be restricted to adults, many players worry about the potential negative consequences of gambling on a platform predominantly used by children.
These are just some of the exciting updates and announcements coming from RDC 2024. As Roblox continues to evolve, players can expect even more features and events in the future.
