New physics coming our way!

I'm proud to announce that relatively soon Roblox will be bringing out some new additions to the games physics engine. 


In a video by Roblox; one of the co-founders of the game and chief scientist Erik Cassel showed off the new features of the engine. 


They have made some major modifications which adds a whole new level to the game. 


New features include-


Water- Animated water has been revealed. The water has 'swishing' movements on the surface, however, this isn't the big reveal. The best part of the water is that it can now 'interact' with objects. For example wood objects will float whereas heavy concrete will sink to the bottom of the deep blue sea. How great is that? 


Rope- The update will also include rope as a material which can be used. As Erick Cassel demonstrated he made a rickety bridge across a lake. When he preceded to fire a rocket at the bridge ( as you do ) the rope snapped and the bridge fell. 


Although these will be incredible additions to the game, lets hope they don't cause extra LAG. 


Overall the most exciting part for me personally will be seeing what the Roblox user community can create. I'm expecting some awesome new models and interesting games coming up. 


To see the video by Erik Cassel, click here.


Thanks for reading,


Rambo103

Breaking news: Roblox Opposes SOPA

In a blog post today Roblox officially announced that it opposes the SOPA act. I for one also oppose the act, despite me not being an American citizen.

In the statement Roblox gives three key reasons they are against the act and also go on to explain that they think it will hinder innovation and startup companies.

To view the post click here:

http://blog.roblox.com/2012/01/stop-online-piracy-act-sopa-and-roblox-our-stance/