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MiccAcc
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7 days ago

C&C Rivals - iOS Graphics Bug & Needed Balance Updates

Dear EA Community Team,

As a dedicated player and financial supporter of Command & Conquer Rivals, I'm reaching out regarding two critical issues affecting the game experience: a persistent visual bug for iOS users and the increasingly stagnant meta due to lack of balance updates.

THE VISUAL ISSUE:
All Tiberium patches on iOS devices (iPhones and iPads) display a severe glittering/flickering effect as shown in the attached screenshot. This visual glitch makes strategic gameplay difficult as it's challenging to properly assess resource locations during matches.

- This issue ONLY affects iOS devices
- Android versions of the game display Tiberium correctly
- The bug persists across multiple iOS updates and device models
- This has been ongoing for about 6 years without acknowledgment

THE BALANCE ISSUE:
The current meta has grown stale and predictable, with the same units dominating competitive play for too long. We urgently need balance adjustments to:
- Address overpowered units that have dominated the meta
- Buff underutilized units to create more strategic diversity
- Refresh the competitive landscape to keep the game engaging
- Introduce counter-play options to current dominant strategies

As players who financially support this game through purchases, we deserve both a basic level of visual integrity and regular balance updates to keep the gameplay fresh and engaging. The lack of attention to these issues directly impacts player retention and the overall health of the game.

Could we please get:
1. Acknowledgment that these issues are being investigated
2. An estimated timeline for when fixes and balance updates might be implemented
3. Communication about the current development priorities for C&C Rivals

The C&C community remains loyal to this franchise, but our continued support depends on receiving quality updates and maintenance. We understand development priorities must be balanced, but these fundamental aspects of gameplay should be addressed.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your response and continuing to enjoy Command & Conquer Rivals once these issues are resolved.

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  • TuViejaLac's avatar
    TuViejaLac
    Seasoned Newcomer
    6 days ago

    Good luck with hearing back from EA here or EA Help when it comes to C&C Rivals. 

    It is unacceptable that they would end support for a game that many of us have financially supported and continue to do so. Last month another player spent 50 euros in the game and we had to tell him the game isn't being supported anymore before he spent more.

    EA level of support renders our purchases worthless and demonstrates a blatant disregard for their customer base. We invested in their game with the expectation that it would be supported and the actions just represent a breach of that trust. I don't spend a cent on EA games anymore.

    People should file complaints with consumer protection agencies.

    EA_David​ fair to say you would agree with the above? Also the OP is looking for some response from a community manager. 

  • TeamMalcom's avatar
    TeamMalcom
    Seasoned Newcomer
    6 days ago

    The current patch has introduced some balance issues that are impacting gameplay, heavily favouring GDI over NOD.

    GDI was already strong, and now it appears overpowered. Specifically, the Jump Jet seems to be overperforming. This could potentially be addressed by either reducing their speed (nerfing) or by enhancing the capabilities of units that counter them.

    The GDI Talon is currently a broken unit. Similarly, the Shade unit also appears to be unbalanced and unplayable.

    The Tech Lab and Temple should be reviewed, as their units are barely playable in Masters or Tiberium due to their long deployment times.

    The Sling unit's current strength in this balance update is making air units considerably less viable.

    If EA is genuinely interested in a new balance patch, there are individuals who have studied the game in detail and can offer valuable information. I suggest consulting the Rivals Discord community for feedback on balance. It's worth noting that the EA representative on Discord seems to be inactive.

  • RivalsfromUK's avatar
    RivalsfromUK
    Seasoned Newcomer
    6 days ago

    I too threw money at this game to then get balances in between that messed it up altogether. This patch (which over a year old) you either play tanks or jumpjets. For NOD just spam Banshees. Completely broken game. I see that FC allows for nick changes, a simple thing Rivals can't do. Let alone fix glittering issues, balance and other bugs that have been reported. 

    I have opened dozens of cases without success. Just file a complaint with Consumer Protection as this game should either be fixed or shutdown before they get more money from players. 

    I bet they will do the same to Legions. It will be a flop, then they abandon the game leaving a store active to continue to cash in. This is Electronic Arts for you. 

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