Yes, this affects the modes in general. The presence of cheaters definitely impacts the leaderboard, as cheating players end up topping it.
In past years, there was no crossplay, yet the game continued and players were still able to play without any major issues.
Faster matchmaking through crossplay is indeed a nice feature for everyone, but overall, it causes harm because it also brings in cheaters who ruin the game and fair play.
So, I’m not completely against crossplay, but I believe there should be a clear system in place to detect cheaters, and a strict and visible option for players to report them.
If such a system doesn’t exist, then in that case, I think removing crossplay would actually be the better option.
you guys really think there are no cheaters on an xbox or ps5? :D look how many ppl cheat with a chronos zen? its a joke how many ppl bought this **bleep** bc they are to stupid to hit green time finish. how you want to handle that? isnt this cheating too? yes, cheating/hacking is a big problem but its not a pc only problem! its easier to cheat on pc, yes. but removing cross-play isnt the solution! ea has to work on their detection systems, it is possible! they just have to bring some effort!
Sad thing is your not wrong. However just remove timed finishing. This game no longer represents football. It's whoever can abuse the mechanics the most and sadly cronus allows everyone using it to do that.
