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Gaming and money

Help for parents when games, Robux, V-Bucks and subscriptions matter — without banning games by default. The focus is on finding out what has actually been spent and setting boundaries that hold.

Last reviewed 4 September 2026

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Why might this be relevant?

Many children spend money in games before parents notice. It is rarely bad intent — often small purchases that add up. When several in class talk about purchases, it can be hard to know what is normal.

Use this kit when…

  • When several in class talk about purchases in Roblox, Fortnite or mobile games — and parents ask what to do
  • After unexpected charges on parents’ cards — as calm information, not blame
  • Before holidays when children have more screen time and easier access to purchases

What parents should know

  • In-game currency (Robux, V-Bucks etc.) costs real money — the price is on the receipt, not in the game.
  • Purchases can go through the App Store, Google Play, the game’s store or gift cards. Money can come from several places.
  • Subscriptions and loot boxes can charge money every month — check the bank and receipts.
  • Clear rules at home work better than panic bans — but cards and purchases should be locked so your child cannot buy without approval.
  • Talk calmly about what is OK to spend — and what must be agreed first. Ask what they bought and why.

Talk about it at home

  • “How do purchases actually work in the game you play? Show me where you buy things.”
  • “Have you ever bought something without asking first? What was it — and how much did it cost?”
  • “Do you know what Robux or V-Bucks cost in real money? Shall we find out together?”

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Many children spend money in games — often via Robux, V-Bucks or subscriptions. We are sharing a free ParentPilot parent kit on in-game purchases, boundaries and next steps. It is not about banning games, but about finding out what was spent and setting limits.

https://www.parentpilot.dk/en/skole/gaming-og-penge

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Gaming and money

Many children spend money in games — via Robux, V-Bucks, mobile games or subscriptions. It is rarely bad intent, but small purchases add up, and parents do not always notice straight away.

We are sharing a free ParentPilot parent kit on in-game spending, setting boundaries, and finding receipts and settings. The focus is on calm conversation and practical steps — not panic bans.

No technical knowledge needed.

https://www.parentpilot.dk/en/skole/gaming-og-penge

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