Roblox Inspire

Inspire is a global creator program designed to help creators learn, connect, and build on Roblox. In 2026, the program includes Inspire Cafe meetups, virtual workshops led by experienced creators, and the Inspire Challenge, a 72-hour game jam where teams build a playable experience from scratch.

Program format

Inspire Cafe

Inspire Cafe is a casual in-person gathering where creators can connect with their local community. Attendance is limited by location and requires an application. For 2026, announced locations include Los Angeles, Houston, New York, Seoul, and São Paulo.

Inspire Workshops

Inspire Workshops are live virtual sessions focused on foundational game development skills. The 2026 workshop lineup runs from July 22–25, 2026, and covers topics such as Roblox Studio, scripting, 3D building, UI, AI-assisted workflows, multiplayer systems, and game design. Participants who join at least one live workshop challenge can earn an exclusive virtual accessory reward.

Inspire Challenge

The Inspire Challenge is a 72-hour game jam running from July 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT to August 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM PT. Teams of 1–5 creators can submit a new playable Roblox experience for judging across categories including Best Overall Experience, Best Technical Quality, Most Creative Game Concept, Most Immersive Experience, Best Video Trailer, and Global Citizenship Award.

Challenge requirements

Teams must have 1–5 members.
All team members must be registered on DevForum.
Participants must remain in good standing with Roblox moderation.
All team members and submissions must follow the Roblox Terms of Use, Community Standards, and Terms of Participation.
The game must be created and submitted during the official challenge window.
Participants must be 18 years or older to be eligible for the RDC prize.

Awards

Best Overall Experience: fully paid lodging and round-trip flight tickets to RDC 2026.
Remaining categories: top 3 teams in each category can receive per-member gift card prizes, subject to availability and location.
Workshop reward: join at least one live challenge during any workshop to earn an exclusive virtual accessory.

How to participate

Apply for an Inspire Cafe if one is available in your region, register for the live workshops you want to attend, and submit your game during the Inspire Challenge window. For the latest schedules, speaker lineup, FAQ, and registration details, see the official event page at Roblox Inspire.