Louisiana AG Calls Out ‘Escape to Epstein Island’ Roblox Game in Lawsuit

Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry has filed a lawsuit against the popular online gaming platform Roblox, claiming that the company is prioritizing profits over the safety of children. The lawsuit alleges that Roblox has allowed the creation of a game called "Escape to Epstein Island," which appears to reference the private island owned by the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The lawsuit argues that Roblox has failed to properly moderate the content on its platform, allowing the creation of games that can expose children to inappropriate and potentially harmful content. Landry claims that Roblox's failure to address this issue demonstrates a disregard for the well-being of its young users. The lawsuit seeks to compel Roblox to implement more robust content moderation and safety measures to protect children on its platform. It also demands that the company remove any content that promotes or glorifies sexual abuse or exploitation. The case highlights the ongoing challenges that online platforms face in balancing user creativity with the need to ensure a safe and appropriate environment, especially for their youngest users.