Roblox Studio is a free program you download directly from Roblox's website
Roblox Studio is the tool Roblox provides for building games on their platform. You get it by visiting the official Roblox website, signing into your account, and downloading the installer for your operating system. The whole process takes about five minutes, and the download itself is roughly 500 MB depending on your internet speed.
You'll need a Roblox account before you start — if you don't have one, you can create it free on roblox.com. Studio works on Windows and Mac, though Windows is more common among developers. Once installed, Studio opens like any other program on your computer.
Key Takeaways
- Download Roblox Studio from create.roblox.com after signing into your Roblox account — there is no other official source.
- Windows and Mac both support Studio, but you need at least Windows 7 or macOS 10.7 and a graphics card that supports OpenGL.
- The installer is about 500 MB and takes 10 to 20 minutes to download and install depending on your internet speed and computer.
- After installation, you launch Studio from your Applications folder on Mac or your Start menu on Windows, then sign in with your Roblox account.
Step-by-step download and installation for Windows
Go to create.roblox.com in your web browser and sign in with your Roblox username and password. Once you're logged in, look for the "Create" or "Start Creating" button — it's usually near the top of the page. Click it, and you'll see an option to download Roblox Studio.
Click the download button for Windows. Your browser will download a file called RobloxStudioLauncher.exe (or similar). Once it finishes, open your Downloads folder, find the file, and double-click it. Windows will ask if you want to allow this program to make changes to your computer — click "Yes". The installer will then download the full Studio program and set it up on your computer, which takes 10 to 20 minutes.
When installation finishes, Studio will open automatically. Sign in with your Roblox account again. You're now ready to start a new game or open an existing one.
Step-by-step download and installation for Mac
Open your web browser and go to create.roblox.com. Sign in with your Roblox account. Click the "Create" button and select the Mac download option. Your browser will download a .dmg file (a Mac installer file).
Once the download finishes, open your Downloads folder and double-click the .dmg file. A window will appear showing the Roblox Studio icon and an Applications folder. Drag the Roblox Studio icon into the Applications folder. This copies Studio onto your computer.
After the copy finishes, open your Applications folder, find Roblox Studio, and double-click it to launch the program. Mac may ask if you want to open an app downloaded from the internet — click "Open". Sign in with your Roblox account, and you're ready to begin.
Computer requirements before you download
Roblox Studio needs a reasonably modern computer. On Windows, you need Windows 7 or newer and at least 1 GB of RAM, though 4 GB is more comfortable for building larger games. On Mac, you need macOS 10.7 or newer. Both systems require a graphics card that supports OpenGL 4.0 or higher — most computers made in the last 10 years have this, but very old machines or budget laptops sometimes don't.
You also need about 2 GB of free disk space for Studio itself, plus extra space for the games you build. If your computer is running slowly or you're low on disk space, Studio will be sluggish. If you're unsure whether your computer meets these requirements, try downloading and installing anyway — the installer will tell you if something is missing.
What to do if the download fails or won't install
If the installer stops partway through or gives an error, first try restarting your computer and downloading again. Sometimes a temporary network hiccup or a file that didn't download completely causes the problem. Delete the installer file you downloaded and get a fresh copy.
If you're on Windows and the installer says it can't run, check that your user account has permission to install programs. Right-click the installer file, select "Run as Administrator", and try again. On Mac, if you get a message that the app is damaged or can't be opened, go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy and look for a message about Roblox Studio — click "Open Anyway".
If Studio installs but won't launch, try uninstalling it completely and reinstalling. On Windows, go to Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall a Program, find Roblox Studio, and click Uninstall. On Mac, drag Roblox Studio from Applications to the Trash, empty the Trash, then download and install again.
Signing in and starting your first project
When Studio opens for the first time, you'll see a sign-in screen. Enter your Roblox username and password. If you have two-step verification turned on for your Roblox account, you'll need to enter a code from your phone or authenticator app.
After you sign in, Studio shows you a home screen with options to start a new game or open a recent one. Click "New" to create a blank game, or choose a template if you want to start with a basic setup. Studio will then load a blank workspace where you can begin building.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to pay for Roblox Studio?
No. Roblox Studio is free to download and use. You don't pay to build games, and you don't pay to publish them on the Roblox platform. You do need a free Roblox account to sign in.
Can I download Roblox Studio on my phone or tablet?
No. Studio only works on Windows and Mac computers. You can play Roblox games on phones and tablets using the Roblox app, but you can't build games on mobile devices.
What's the difference between Roblox Studio and the Roblox Player app?
Roblox Player is what you use to play games that other people built. Roblox Studio is what you use to build and test your own games. You need Studio only if you want to create games.
Can I use Roblox Studio offline?
You need an internet connection to sign in and to publish your games, but you can build and test games offline once Studio is open. However, you won't be able to save changes to the cloud or upload to Roblox without internet.
Is Roblox Studio safe to download?
Yes, as long as you download it from create.roblox.com. That's the official Roblox website. Never download Studio from any other website, as files from unofficial sources may contain malware or be outdated versions.