How To Make A Gamepass On Roblox Without A Game

Roblox developers often wonder if they can create a gamepass before their game is finished. The answer is yes – you can set up a gamepass in the Roblox Developer Hub and publish it even if the associated game is still in development or not yet released. This guide walks you through every step, from preparing your assets to handling refunds if needed.

Why Create a Gamepass Before Your Game Launches?

Creating a gamepass early does not require a fully functional game, but you do need a place ID that will later host your game. This ID can be generated by creating an empty place in Roblox Studio.

Prerequisites

  1. A Roblox account with Developer Exchange (DevEx) eligibility (optional for earnings).
  2. Roblox Studio installed on your computer.
  3. Access to the Developer Dashboard.
  4. Graphics for the gamepass icon (512 × 512 px PNG recommended).

Step‑by‑Step Guide to Creating a Gamepass Without a Game

In this tutorial I show you a straightforward workflow that works for any creator, whether you are a solo developer or part of a studio.

1. Create an Empty Place

Open Roblox Studio, click New, then choose Baseplate. Save the place with any name (e.g., “Placeholder”). Publish it to Roblox; this generates a place ID that you will link to your gamepass.

2. Locate the Place ID

In Roblox Studio, go to File → Game Settings → Basic Settings. The Place ID appears at the top. Copy this number – you’ll need it in the next steps.

3. Open the Developer Dashboard

Navigate to the Developer Dashboard and sign in. Click Monetization in the left sidebar, then select Game Passes.

4. Add a New Gamepass