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Don’t Worry—This Happens to Everyone
You just opened Roblox Studio, full of ideas and energy. You build a house, drop in a zombie boss, maybe create a button… and then something weird happens.
The house collapses.
The zombie just stands there like a tree.
The button doesn’t respond.
Nothing works the way you imagined.
Before you rage-quit or uninstall Studio—take a breath. These are super common beginner problems, and most of them have simple fixes.
This guide is here to help you troubleshoot fast, learn as you go, and (most importantly) keep having fun while making your game.
Problem #1: My House Falls Apart When I Hit Play
You’re building the ultimate safe house for a zombie survival game. Thick walls. Solid roof. Maybe even a hidden bunker. You hit “Play”...
And the whole thing crumbles like a cookie.
The roof slides off. The walls fall down.
Meanwhile, the zombie casually walks in like it’s open house day.
You’re just sitting there thinking, “Crazy… all those hours building just to get attacked!”
What’s going on: Roblox applies gravity to everything by default. If your parts aren’t anchored, they’ll fall the moment the game starts.
How to fix it:
- Click the part or model
- Open the Properties panel
- Check the box labeled Anchored
Anchoring tells Roblox, “Don’t let this move.” Your house will stay standing like it’s supposed to.
Problem #2: I Added a Zombie Boss… But He Just Stands There
You find the perfect zombie in the Toolbox. Glowing eyes. Spooky design. You drop it into your game and press “Play,” ready to run.
But the zombie just stands there like a tree.
No chasing. No reaction.
You attack it—it doesn’t even take damage.
Is that what you added him for? Just to look pretty?
What’s going on: Toolbox models are created by other users. Some are great. Others look cool but don’t have working scripts or animations.
How to fix it:
- Hover over the model in the Toolbox before using it
- Check the rating stars and reviews
- Only use models with good ratings, and always test them before relying on them
If your zombie doesn’t move or react, it probably needs better scripting—or just a little motivation.
Problem #3: I Don’t Know What’s Wrong
You test your game… and something doesn’t work. The button doesn’t click. The door doesn’t open. The NPC just stares at you.
No errors on screen. No obvious clue what’s broken. Just that sinking “I did everything right… didn’t I?"
What’s going on: The answer is probably hiding in the Output window—Roblox’s version of a behind-the-scenes truth-teller.
How to fix it:
- Click on the View tab in Roblox Studio
- Click Output (look for the </> icon)
- Check the bottom panel for red error messages
This will show you exactly where something broke—what script it was, and what went wrong. One student couldn’t get their zombie to move until they checked the Output window and found a missing variable. A few clicks later, everything worked.
Quick Tips for Beginners
Here’s your go-to checklist before hitting “Play”:
1. Don’t rush.
Most beginner mistakes happen when you're moving too fast. Slow down, double-check, and test as you go.
2. Anchor anything that shouldn’t move.
Platforms, houses, obstacles—if they’re supposed to stay in place, anchor them.
3. Use highly rated Toolbox models.
Hover and check the stars before adding anything from the Toolbox.
4. Always have the Output window open.
If something breaks, that panel will help you fix it fast.
5. Test small things often.
Don’t wait until everything is done. Playtest little pieces to catch issues early.
You’re Not Doing It Wrong—You’re Just Getting Started
Your first games might be messy. That’s not failure—it’s the beginning. Every bug you fix teaches you something. Every small win builds your skills. Every “why doesn’t this work?” turns into an “ohhh, now I get it.”
That’s how real creators are made.
Want to Learn Roblox Studio the Fun Way?
At TechTrain, we help beginners go from “I’m stuck” to “I made this!”
Our Roblox course is built for first-time creators who want to:
- Build and publish their first full game
- Understand how Roblox Studio really works
- Use scripts, buttons, characters, and models with confidence
- Fix common problems without frustration
- Get real feedback and support along the way
You don’t need coding experience—we teach you step-by-step, with projects that are fun and actually work.
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