Roblox reports creator earnings exceed $1.5 billion in 2025

Roblox has announced that global creator earnings exceeded $1.5 billion in 2025, a significant increase from $923 million in 2024. The platform's annual economic impact report indicates that this ecosystem has created approximately 12,000 full-time equivalent jobs. In the United States specifically, the economic impact reached $752 million, with individual creators contributing 83% of that value.

In the VR and AR sectors, HTC has introduced a new ‘Round’ frame design for its VIVE Eagle AI smart glasses. The update includes enhanced features such as 3K resolution video recording, slow-motion capabilities, and support for first-person live streaming to platforms like YouTube and Twitch. Additionally, a new AREX ONE AR diving mask is set to launch on Kickstarter, designed to display depth, dive time, and gas levels directly in the user's field of vision.

Furthermore, Pixiv has entered into a capital and business alliance with VRChat Inc. to develop the 3D avatar creator ecosystem. Meanwhile, ANYCOLOR reported a 5.4% year-on-year increase in revenue for its first quarter, reaching 16.62 billion yen, driven by strong performance in commerce and events.