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paulc6602
Seasoned Newcomer
5 months ago

Refund Eligibility due to Launch/Comp issues

So I was one of the many that had issues on launch via EA App.  

Dissaponted with the support recieved, on 14th October, I requested a refund via EA Case as the refund tool did not work. I today 25th Oct got a response to take it to chat who tell me due to their policy im not able for a refund.

they did not exactly explain the policy nor was I interesting in looking it up so my question is how can I get this refunded and if not why are they able to do this, basically theft no? in my point of view they have literally stole my money

 

7 Replies

  • B1ackM4mba's avatar
    B1ackM4mba
    Seasoned Adventurer
    5 months ago

    Depending on the Country you're from you might have recourse via different avenues. EU / UK have consumer laws that you'd be able to claim under. US i'm not too sure. I feel for you as STEAM operate a ponzi scheme and denied my refund 4 times - i do feel for you as i'm in the same boat 🙁

  • NSF_ReAVeR's avatar
    NSF_ReAVeR
    Rising Newcomer
    5 months ago

    Same for me, i bought the game few days ago but i installed and launched it today, played 1hr and 39min then i tried to refund, refund tool had no option for refund, then i chat with a person and i could not believe what he told me ...here is the conversation: 

    Thank you for contacting EA HELP, my name is Anjali, may I start with your first name please?
    Anjali
    hello, i want to refund BF6, just played few minutes and i don't like it, there is no option for refund at the refund tool,  payment was completed by paypal
    this is John Kasiolas btw
    8:02 PM
    Hello John, nice to meet you and I hope you are doing good!
    No worries, I will certainly look into options to help you with information related to it.
    Anjali
    thank you
    May I know the invoice number of your purchase?
    Anjali
    1005326836563
    8:03 PM
    Thanks for the invoice number, Please allow me a couple of minutes while I am checking this for you.
    Anjali
    8:07 PM
    thank you very much
    8:07 PM
    I totally get that you'd like a refund, but here's the thing: I checked, and you've already played the game. So let’s put it this way, Imagine ordering a delicious slice of pizza, taking a few bites, and then telling the restaurant, “Hmm, not my vibe, can I get my money back? Tough sell, right? Especially when the cheese is already gone!
    8:13 PM
    Once a game’s been played, it’s kind of like that pizza, already served and enjoyed (even if just a little). Refunds typically apply only when the game hasn’t been launched or tasted, so to speak.
    Still, I’m here to help however I can! Let me know if there’s anything else you’d like to check or if you need help with another issue.
    Anjali
    8:14 PM
    played the game 15 minutes sir
    8:15 PM
    rules say i can refund after 24 hnours
    its been 15 minutes since i played 15 minutes
    8:16 PM
    I checked with the team regarding your refund request, and I'm really sorry to inform you that it was denied as it didn't meet the eligibility criteria(https://help.ea.com/en/articles/ea-account/refunds/).

    I truly apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.
    8:20 PM
    Had it been possible, I would have done it for you in first place.
    Anjali
    rules says 24hours even if launched the game
    Standard refund timeframes
    Launched the game: You have 24 hours after the first launch to request a refund.
    Did not launch the game: You have 14 days from the purchase date.
    Pre-ordered: You can request a refund any time before the release date.
    Technical issues: If the game is unplayable due to a technical problem within EA's control, you can often get a refund within 72 hours of the first launch if you purchased it within the first 30 days of its release.
    8:21 PM
    https://help.ea.com/en/articles/ea-account/refunds/
    8:22 PM
    its on YOUR official page
    may i speak with a supervisor?

     

    so i also feel they stole my money.

  • B1ackM4mba's avatar
    B1ackM4mba
    Seasoned Adventurer
    5 months ago

    Try speaking to paypal with the evidence you have my friend see if they'll help. Sorry you are also in this situation 😦

  • paulc6602's avatar
    paulc6602
    Seasoned Newcomer
    5 months ago

    Sorry to hear other people having the same issue, this is discusting.

    I'm from UK yes and we can chargeback through payment provider I believe hence why im so suprised they can just say not eligible due to their policy, pretty sure this is illegal, im sure everyone would love a no refund policy if it was that easy!

    Take your money , do not provide the service OR SUPPORT and then don't have to refund would be great EA but unfortunately not for me....

  • B1ackM4mba's avatar
    B1ackM4mba
    Seasoned Adventurer
    5 months ago

    If you bought the game via Steam then be careful if you're going to do a chargeback as they'll most likely ban your steam account for the chargeback. I'm in the UK and deciding on pushing the button on a chargeback and risking my steam account or swallowing the cost and chalking it up to EA being greedy b*stards.

  • minkim00's avatar
    minkim00
    Seasoned Scout
    5 months ago

    i tried ot get a refund today, ea said i did not pass the criteria for a refund but would not explain why i failed. i am disabled and puchased the game with promise of xp prog on bots servers - which they have gone back on, this has to go against consumer rights and legislations. i purchsed thru ea app, but im thinking also i might go ahead with chargeback

  • z11Bz's avatar
    z11Bz
    Rising Scout
    5 months ago

    Lol you didnt try telling him you didnt think the pizza was delicious?

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