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Bots in Garden Blast
Yeah, here's another problem with Garden Blast. Who believes anybody but a bot can win this many points in a few hours?
Hello! Thank you for your diligence in postings and taking screenshots. I understand how discouraging it is when tournaments feel unwinnable, the players in first place are actual Pogo players not bots.
About Tournament Structure:
- Players are placed into smaller groups, not competing against the entire Pogo community
- Pogo is a worldwide site with players in different time zones, so "a few hours in" means different things for different players
- Some players may have started immediately when the tournament opened in their region
Regarding the high scores: While the scores seem incredibly high, some factors to consider:
- Some players stockpile boosters and power-ups specifically for tournaments
- Experienced players can achieve surprisingly high scores with optimal strategies
- Time zone differences mean some players may have been playing many more hours than it appears
If you believe there's genuine cheating:
- Report suspicious players directly to EA Help with screenshots
- Include tournament name, dates, and player usernames
- EA has anti-cheat detection, but player reports help identify potential issues
- How to report a player > How to report a player on Pogo
- Report a player > Report a player
I hope this provides clarity regarding the validity and structure. Wishing you the best of luck and take care!
