Engadget

Roblox will offer layered clothing and facial gestures for more realistic avatars

Roblox CEO David Baszucki said during the keynote: "Self-identity is a crucial pillar of the metaverse, and the ability to precisely customize your clothing to your unique avatar is paramount in ...
TechCrunch

Roblox pushes toward avatar realism, plans to add NFT-like limited-edition items

At its annual developer conference Thursday, Roblox painted a picture of what’s next for the fast-growing online multiplayer portal that’s like catnip for kids and teens. In his keynote, Roblox ...
Chicago Tribune

Gucci virtual accessories become hot item for Roblox avatars. One digital-only designer bag was resold for the equivalent of $4,100 in real-world money.

Anyone whose virtual alter ego is wandering around the Roblox online game platform these days might run into other avatars sporting Gucci handbags, sunglasses or hats. The digital-only items were part ...
Reuters

Into the metaverse: Nike creates 'NIKELAND' on Roblox

Nov 18 (Reuters) - Nike Inc (NKE.N), opens new tab on Thursday revealed a virtual world modeled after its headquarters on video game platform Roblox Corp (RBLX.N), opens new tab, becoming one of the ...