New Anti-Cheat Measures Announced
EA Sports FC Mobile has officially addressed one of the most pressing concerns raised by its community: the growing presence of cheaters using third-party apps, hacks, and exploits to manipulate match outcomes and gain unfair advantages. In a recent post on their social media channels, EA laid out their stance on cheating and unveiled a set of measures aimed at preserving fair play and restoring balance to all competitive modes in the game.
Widespread Cheating in FC Mobile
Over the past few months, players have reported frequent cases of match manipulation in Division Rivals modes - including VSA, Head-to-Head, and Manager Mode. The most common issues included
Disconnect Hacks: Opponents force a disconnection when they’re about to lose, causing the match to end in a defeat or no result for the winning player.
Freezing Matches: Games become unresponsive, especially when one player is leading, forcing an error or match forfeit.
False Results: Despite winning, players are awarded a loss or no points after the game concludes.
Leaderboard Exploitation: Cheaters consistently reach top positions in global and regional leaderboards, overshadowing legitimate players who earn their ranks fairly.
The impact on competitive integrity has been severe, prompting widespread frustration, especially during high-stakes events like Team of the Season (TOTS).
EA’s Official Response: Ensuring a Fair Playing Field
In response to growing community feedback, EA stated
FC Mobile is committed to ensuring a fair playing field. Cheating undermines the integrity of the game. We are implementing solutions to combat it and taking action against cheaters.
The developers acknowledged the damage caused by unfair practices and laid out a framework for how they intend to enforce penalties going forward.
Disciplinary Actions Explained
EA highlighted three levels of disciplinary action against accounts involved in cheating or suspicious behavior
1. Lock
What it does: Temporarily restricts access to the EA account or the game.
When it happens: Triggered by repeated failed login attempts or unusual activity that may indicate a security threat.
Purpose: Protects accounts from unauthorized access or abuse.
2. Suspension
What it does: Temporarily removes a player's access to FC Mobile or certain game modes.
When it happens: If the account violates EA’s Terms of Service or Rules of Conduct.
Duration: Varies depending on the severity; usually temporary.
3. Permanent Ban
What it does: Completely revokes access to the game or EA services.
When it happens: For repeated or extreme violations, such as using third-party cheat tools or performing exploit-based win manipulation.
Note: Bans are usually irreversible and affect the entire EA account.
How to Check or Appeal a Lock, Ban, or Suspension
To check status: Log in to your EA Account at EA.com. If action has been taken, you’ll see details in the account portal.
To appeal: If you believe your account was mistakenly penalized, fill out the webform on the EA Help page and submit your case for review.
What Counts as Cheating?
EA has clarified that the following activities are considered cheating and will result in disciplinary action
Use of third-party software: Tools like auto-aim, disconnect hacks, lag switchers, and other exploits.
Match manipulation: Forcing disconnects, freezing games, or exploiting bugs for unfair outcomes.
Win-trading or stat-padding: Collaborating with others to boost rank or abusing in-game mechanics to inflate performance.
Toxic behavior: Offensive, vulgar, or threatening language and conduct in chat or profile names.
Community Reaction and Importance of Action
The FC Mobile community has been vocal about the need for action. With major seasonal events like TOTS bringing intense competition, it’s crucial that match integrity is protected. Many players had stopped pushing for top leaderboard ranks due to the frustration caused by cheaters dominating via unfair means.
EA’s announcement signals a turning point in their enforcement policy, and many in the community are optimistic that future updates will further improve the game’s competitive fairness.
Final Thoughts
With EA now actively cracking down on cheaters, legitimate players can finally look forward to fairer gameplay in FC Mobile. From locking suspicious accounts to issuing suspensions and permanent bans, these new steps show EA’s commitment to building a clean and balanced environment.
As always, report any suspicious behavior through the in-game support system or EA Help. Let’s work together to keep FC Mobile competitive, fun, and fair for all.