How to Create Your First Game in Roblox Studio

Hey there, future developer! Welcome to Nexabic, your favorite portal for unveiling the secrets of the gaming universe! 🎮 Have you ever found yourself playing Roblox and thought: “Man, I wish I could create a game like this”? Well, the time has come to transform that curiosity into creativity! In 2025, creating your own game in Roblox has never been more accessible and full of possibilities! Join me on this creative journey, from downloading Roblox Studio to publishing your first game on the platform. No time to waste, let’s get our hands dirty and bring your ideas to life!

🛠️ Setting the Stage: What You’ll Need

Before diving into creation itself, let’s make sure you have everything you need:

A computer: Roblox Studio works on Windows or Mac (unfortunately there’s no mobile version)
Internet connection: For downloading the software and uploading your game
Roblox account: It’s free and necessary to use Studio
Creativity: You already have this one, just need to unleash it!

You don’t need a super gaming computer – Roblox Studio runs well on mid-range machines. If your PC can play Roblox, it can probably run Studio too!

📥 Step 1: Installing Roblox Studio

Let’s start with the basics – getting the right tools:

Visit the official Roblox creators site
Click on the big “Start Creating” button
If you haven’t logged in yet, the site will ask for your credentials
The Roblox Studio download will start automatically
Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions
When finished, open Roblox Studio!

Tip: The first time you open Studio, it might take a bit longer, as it will be configuring various templates and packages. Be patient!

🎨 Step 2: Getting Familiar with the Interface

When opening Roblox Studio for the first time, you’ll see a screen with various templates. To start in the simplest way:

Click on “Baseplate” – this is a basic model with just a flat platform
You’ll see an interface that might seem intimidating at first, but let’s simplify it:

Viewport: The central 3D area where you see your game
Explorer: Panel on the right showing all game elements in hierarchy
Properties: Lower right panel that allows you to edit characteristics of the selected object
Toolbox: Library of pre-made models and parts (toolbox icon)

Don’t panic! We’ll only use the essentials to create your first game. Roblox Studio has a gradual learning curve – you can discover more features little by little.

🏗️ Step 3: Building Your First Scene

Let’s create a simple obstacle minigame (known as an “obby” in the Roblox community):

Creating the Floor and Platforms:

In the top menu, click on the “Model” tab and then “Part” (or press Ctrl+Shift+N)
A block will appear in your scene
Use the movement tools (arrows on top) to position the block
Use the resize handles to adjust the size
Copy and paste (Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V) to create more platforms
Position the platforms creating a path that the player will need to jump across

Customizing Objects:

Select a platform by clicking on it
In the “Properties” panel, look for “Color” and click on the colored square
Choose different colors for each platform
To make some platforms more challenging, look for the “Anchored” property and uncheck it for some (this will make them affected by physics)

Tip: Keep the original baseplate as the starting point of the game and create your platform path from there!

🔥 Step 4: Adding Dangers and Rewards

A good “obby” needs challenges and reasons to continue:

Creating Deadly Obstacles:

Create new parts that will serve as “lava” or obstacles
Select these parts and, in the Properties panel, find “BrickColor” and choose red
In Explorer, right-click on the part and select “Insert Object” > “Script”
A code editor will appear. Paste this simple code:

luafunction onTouch(hit)
    local humanoid = hit.Parent:FindFirstChildOfClass("Humanoid")
    if humanoid then
        humanoid.Health = 0
    end
end

script.Parent.Touched:Connect(onTouch)

This code makes any player who touches this part “die” and have to restart.

Adding Checkpoints:

Create a part that will serve as a checkpoint (use a green or blue color)
Insert a similar script, but instead of taking away life, it saves the position:

luafunction onTouch(hit)
    local player = game.Players:GetPlayerFromCharacter(hit.Parent)
    if player then
        player.RespawnLocation = script.Parent
    end
end

script.Parent.Touched:Connect(onTouch)

🏁 Step 5: Creating an Ending for Your Game

Every good “obby” needs a reward at the end:

Create a special part (larger and golden) to represent the end
Add visual effects (you can use the Toolbox to find particle effects)
Insert a script that congratulates the player:

luafunction onTouch(hit)
    local player = game.Players:GetPlayerFromCharacter(hit.Parent)
    if player then
        -- Display congratulatory message
        game.StarterGui:SetCore("ChatMakeSystemMessage", {
            Text = player.Name.." completed the obby!";
            Color = Color3.new(0, 1, 0);
            Font = Enum.Font.SourceSansBold;
            FontSize = Enum.FontSize.Size24;
        })
    end
end

script.Parent.Touched:Connect(onTouch)

🧪 Step 6: Testing Your Game

Before publishing, you need to verify that everything works as expected:

In the top menu, click on “Test” (Play icon)
Choose “Play” to test as a solo player
Your game will start and you can test it
Use the WASD keys to move and Space to jump
Complete your own course to ensure it’s possible, challenging but not impossible
Press “Stop” when you’re done testing

Tip: Test multiple times and adjust the difficulty. A good first game should be challenging but feasible!

🌐 Step 7: Publishing Your Game on Roblox

The big moment has arrived – sharing your creation with the world:

In the top menu, click on “File” > “Publish to Roblox”
In the window that appears, configure:
- Game name (something catchy!)
- Description (explain what it’s about)
- Genre (Adventure/Obby)
- Age restrictions if necessary
Click on “Create” or “Publish”

Done! Your game is now available on the Roblox platform and anyone can play it! You can share the direct link with friends or find it on your profile.

💡 Advanced Tips to Improve Your Game

Now that you’ve created your first game, here are some tips to take it to the next level:

Add background music: In Explorer, insert a “Sound” inside “Workspace”
Create a GUI with instructions: Use StarterGui to add explanatory texts
Implement a point system: Reward players for completing sections quickly
Use Toolbox models: Find ready-made decorations and objects to make your game more beautiful
Learn more about scripting: The Roblox Developer Hub has fantastic tutorials

✨ Conclusion

Congratulations! You’ve just created and published your first game on Roblox! This is just the beginning of your journey as a developer. Roblox Studio has the potential to create incredibly complex experiences – from RPGs to simulators, racing games to social experiences.

Remember that all the great Roblox creators started exactly where you are now – with a simple project and lots of curiosity. Keep learning, experimenting with new techniques, and most importantly, having fun in the process!

What did you think of the experience of creating your first game? Share your creations and questions in the comments below! And don’t forget to follow Nexabic for more tutorials and tips about development in Roblox! 🎮