Roblox recently introduced a groundbreaking new feature: spatial voice chat in the metaverse using real voices. This guide will explain everything you need to know to get voice chat in Roblox, from verifying your age to using it safely once enabled.
A Social Revolution for the Metaverse
As online worlds become more immersive, natural communication upgrades like voice chat foster meaningful relationships otherwise missing.
According to Roblox CTO Daniel Sturman, voice chat aims to "help people build connections, empathize with one another, and create opportunities for learning and laughing together."
Early data already shows impressive engagement. Since launching less than a year ago:
- Over 7 million age-verified Roblox users have voice chat enabled
- These users spend 20% more time in voice-enabled games
- The top voice game, Community Space, saw over 100 million minutes of conversation last month
Voice chat represents an exciting shift for metaverse social norms. Let‘s explore how to unlock it on your Roblox account.
Can Kids Under 13 Get Voice Chat?
Due to legal protections for children‘s privacy under COPPA regulations, you must be 13+ to use Roblox voice chat features.
Younger users unfortunately cannot activate voice even with parental permission. Roblox requires ID verification to meet moderation and safety standards for spatial audio chat.
Now let‘s get you age verified so you can start voice chatting!
Step 1: Log Into Roblox on a Desktop or Laptop
First, head to roblox.com and log into your account on a PC or Mac using Chrome or Firefox.
You cannot verify your age using just the Roblox phone app. Attempting voice verification on mobile or tablet devices won‘t work.
Once logged in on desktop, proceed to age verification in your account settings.
Step 2: Enter Your Birthdate and Initiate Age Verification
Click the ☰ icon –> Settings –> Account Info.
Enter your date of birth to confirm you are 13 or older. This unlocks the Verify My Age button.
Hit Verify My Age to launch the ID verification flow. If under 13, voice chat features will remain disabled.
Step 3 Connect an Email and Scan the QR Code
Follow the on-screen prompts:
- Enter an email address for account recovery
- Check inbox and confirm email
- Hover phone camera over QR code to launch Veriff
Pro Tip: Position your phone 5-8 inches away from the QR code for fast scanning.
This grants Veriff temporary access to confirm your identity. They will securely match your documents and selfie to activate voice chat access.
Step 4: Photograph Your Valid Photo ID
Veriff will instruct you to photograph the front and back of a valid government-issued ID such as:
✅ Driver‘s License
✅ Passport
✅ National Identity Card
✅ Residence Permit
Position ID fully in frame under bright, evenly distributed light for optimum scan quality:
Fun fact: Over 50 forensic checks happen instantly to verify authenticity and integrity of IDs!
Step 5: Take a Clear Selfie
Lastly, snap a quick selfie with these best practices:
- Face clearly visible (no masks/sunglasses)
- Even, bright lighting from the front
- Natural expression (no wacky faces!)
- Eyes open and directed at camera
This facilitates biometrics match between you and your ID.
Step 6: Enable Voice Chat in Roblox Settings
Once Veriff approves your information, head back to Roblox on desktop.
You‘ll receive confirmation that age verification completed successfully!
Lastly, enable voice chat in Account Settings > Privacy:
And that‘s it! You can now use voice chat in supported Roblox games.
Using Voice Chat Responsibly
With great social power comes great responsibility. Exercise good judgment when voice chatting:
✅ Request consent before joining private conversations
✅ Moderate personal info sharing with strangers
✅ Block users at the first sign of harassment
❌ Never tolerate hate speech, bullying, or predatory behavior
Treat others with compassion. Leading metaverses like Roblox thrive when users create welcoming spaces for all.
Now get in there and start making friends around the world!
Spatial Voice Chat: FAQs and Support
Stuck troubleshooting? Check Roblox‘s Spatial Voice Chat FAQs for help enabling voice chat or resolving issues.
You can also visit Roblox Support and search for related queries like:
- Fixing voice verification failures
- Recovering disabled accounts
- Parental controls and supervision
- Identifying prohibited conduct
As Roblox continues optimizing spatial voice technology for the metaverse environments of the future, certain limitations or bugs are expected. But the customer support team stands ready to help 24/7.
So don‘t be afraid to reach out!
Now Go Explore Voice Chat Worlds!
In closing, voice chat is redefining social connection in Roblox‘s ever-expanding metaverse. We‘re still only scratching the surface of more immersive experiences to come.
Ready to hang out, meet people around the world, play games, or explore interactive worlds together using your own voice?
First enable spatial voice chat powers with the steps outlined above. Then start rolling with friends new and old in voice-enabled games!
Our shared metaverse future looks brighter than ever thanks to innovations like these spicing up social interactions. Now there‘s just one question left:
Who will you chat with next?
