“Appear Offline” option removed from EA Connect on Xbox

Hello,

I’m a regular player of EA SPORTS FC (formerly FIFA) on Xbox Series X, and until a few months ago, I was able to set my online status via the EA Connect menu (by pressing RT), specifically using the “Appear Offline” option to hide my EA online status from friends.

Currently, that option is no longer available in the menu, and I can no longer control my EA online visibility from within the game.

I would like to ask:

- Why was this feature removed?
- Is there any plan to bring it back in future updates?
- How can players now manage their EA online visibility from console?

For many users, the ability to play more privately and distraction-free is important. Not everyone wants to receive invites or be visible every time they launch the game.

I kindly ask you to consider bringing back the “Appear Offline” option, or at least provide a clear alternative to achieve the same result.

Thank you in advance for your time and support.

Best regards