Feature Idea: Notify Offline Friends When a Player Comes Online

Hello EA Team,

My name is Arthur, an active multiplayer gamer who enjoys team-based experiences where communication and familiarity between players improve performance and enjoyment.

I would like to propose a feature that could improve player engagement and encourage more frequent logins:

Feature Idea: Notify Offline Friends When a Player Comes Online

Many players prefer playing with friends instead of random teammates. However, a common issue is that players often choose not to start the game if their regular squad is offline. As a result, potential playtime and engagement may be lost.

This feature would allow players to select specific friends (for example, favourite teammates or frequent squad members) who will receive a notification when they come online, even if those friends are currently offline.

Example notification:
"Arthur is now online and ready to play."

The notification could be delivered through the game’s mobile app, push notification, or email, depending on the player’s preference.

Potential benefits:
• Encourages players to log in more frequently
• Increases session time and player retention
• Strengthens social connections within the game
• Reduces reliance on external messaging platforms
• Improves overall multiplayer experience

Optional settings could include favourite player selection, notification scheduling, and privacy controls.

I believe this feature would be especially valuable for team-based games where players prefer coordinated squads.

Thank you for your time and for continuously improving the gaming experience. I would be happy to provide more clarification if needed.

Kind regards,
Arthur