Enter the world of Elton John in Roblox, inspired by his life, legacy and legendary self-expression.
The persistent immersive experience includes community-created digital fashion, a musical celebration synchronized with the artist’s world tour and interactive challenges.
Elton John on Roblox
Elton John entered the Roblox metaverse to offer fans a virtual experience titled ‘Elton John Presents: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road.”
The famous singer launched his metaverse experience on November 3, giving fans an innovative way to listen to his music, express themselves through his fashion designs co-created with the community.
Did your avatar make it into Sunday's show?
Find out now in Elton's Exhibit in 'Beyond the Yellow Brick Road' on @Roblox where the whole performance of Don't Go Breaking My Heart with all the avatars on screen is streaming today and tomorrow!
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— Elton John (@eltonofficial) November 24, 2022
For an even more impressive performance, the 75-year-old musician dressed in some of his most iconic outfits, such as the 1975 Dodger Stadium Show uniform and the 1978 Muppet Show chicken suit.
Elton collaborated with Roblox designers, who digitized the green Hollywood Star suit.
In an interview with Hype Bae, Elton John said that, throughout his career, he has always looked for new ways to connect with his worldwide fan base.
“Now that I’m finishing my tours, the metaverse and Roblox are ideal for another stage of my life; it’s a new way to express my passion for music, where creativity has no limits,” said Elton John.
The musician commented that Roblox is inspiring because it has no limits: “You can be as flamboyant or down-to-earth as you want.”
Over the years, Elton John has worn many outlandish costumes in his performances. He admits it’s fun to see the costumes reimagined in the virtual world.
Roblox allows fans of the musician to dress up in some of his most beloved looks.
“The creators we have worked with on “Beyond the Yellow Brick Road” are so gifted and feature created a number of the maximum excellent looks; it is so interesting to have the possibility to relive a number of the most superb moments of my lifestyles with my own family in a new and interesting way.” Elton John commented.
With his latest tour coming to an end in 2023, Elton John has already set his sights on his next career move: the metaverse.
John has already partnered with online gaming platform Roblox for a 10-minute live virtual performance, Elton John Presents: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road.
John, who recently performed his final U.S. concert on Nov. 20 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, said he is excited to find a way to stay connected with his fans once his life on tour is over.
“Throughout my career, I’ve always looked for new ways to connect with my fans,” Elton said. His Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour will continue through 2023, with a final concert in Glastonbury (UK) on June 25, and is scheduled to conclude in Stockholm (Sweden) on July 8.
According to Elton, the beauty of Roblox is that there aren’t very many limitations. “It gives people all over the world the opportunity to be themselves completely and connect with people in a way they never have before.
John, introduced to the platform by his sons Zachary and Elijah, says Roblox also fits his personality. “You can be as real or dazzling as you want,” John says. “It’s a lot like how I’ve planned to live my life, living on a stage with my music.”
He adds, “There’s a lot of creativity from the moment you plug in, it’s a source of suggestion for the world, no matter who you are, what you want and what your passions are.” The metaverse and Roblox are ideal for the next stage of my life.
John has already partnered with online gaming platform Roblox for a 10-minute live virtual performance, Elton John Presents: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road.
Other celebrities who have entered Roblox
In addition to Elton John there are other celebrities who have decided to have an immersive experience in Roblox this year, such as: Miley Cyrus, Paris Hilton, Mariah Carey, among others.
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