Roblox game 'Dress to Impress' pulls hotdog costume off the menu after players get too creative

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What happens when a seemingly harmless hotdog costume lands in the hands of creative (and mischievous) Roblox players? Things got a little too spicy for Dress to Impress, the fashion-forward Roblox game that has captured the imaginations of virtual style enthusiasts since its launch last year.

The game, which lets players show off their creativity in virtual runway shows with custom outfits, thought it was serving up a quirky Halloween treat with a hotdog costume. However, some players had other plans—morphing the innocent wiener into something far less family-friendly. What began as a fun wardrobe piece quickly spiraled into a problem, threatening the game’s mission to provide a safe environment for its young player base.

The situation escalated fast, and the developers had to intervene before things went off the rails. In an initial attempt to control the situation, the developers disabled the option to customize the costume’s colors. But when that didn’t quite do the trick, they made the tough call to pull the costume entirely. 

The game’s community manager, Beaplays, confirmed the removal on social media, promising fans that the costume would return in November—but with tighter restrictions to prevent future mischief. In the meantime, the developers rolled out a cupcake costume as a replacement, betting that it would be a safer option. After all, it’s hard to stir up trouble with a cupcake... or is it?

While some players were disappointed by the costume’s removal, most understood the need to maintain appropriate content, especially considering the game’s younger audience. The developers have reaffirmed their commitment to keeping Dress to Impress a fun and creative space where players can express themselves—without veering into questionable territory.

 

This whole fiasco serves as a reminder of the challenges developers face when balancing creativity and moderation, especially on platforms like Roblox that attract players of all ages. As for Dress to Impress, the show will go on—just with a bit more caution in the costume department. But who knew a hotdog could cause so much drama? 

 

So, what’s your call—should the hotdog costume make a comeback or stay in the fridge?

 

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• https://www.pcgamer.com/games/sim/dress-to-impress-revokes-the-ability-to-colour-its-halloween-hot-dog-costume-after-players-to-nobodys-surprise-wield-it-to-create-penis-outfits/
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