Sarah Grimes

Professor of Communication Studies and the Wolf Chair in Scientific and Technological Literacy at McGill, researching how children interact with technology, with a focus on harms, play, and digital literacy.

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Dec 1, 2025 • 27min

How Roblox Turns Kids Into Gamblers

In this intriguing discussion, Sarah Grimes, a leading researcher in communication studies from McGill, delves into the controversial world of Roblox and the 'gamblification' of children's gaming. She explores the alarming similarities between gaming mechanics and gambling, particularly through loot boxes and random rewards. Sarah highlights how kids, especially the young, misinterpret chance and are susceptible to manipulative game designs reminiscent of casino tactics. The conversation also touches on the fine line between the social benefits of gaming and the potential harms.

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