"Cheating Crisis in the Canasta Community – EA Sports Needs to Step Up"
I’ve been a loyal player of EA Sports Canasta for years, and it's seriously disappointing to watch how rampant cheating has become in the community. At this point, it's not even about "a few bad apples" anymore. It’s an epidemic, and it's seriously starting to erode the integrity of the entire game. If EA continues to ignore this issue, it’s not just going to damage the competitive spirit — it will start to taint the company’s reputation. Here’s why: The Rise of Cheating: It’s no longer rare to encounter cheaters in almost every high-stakes game. Whether it’s bots, card-counting exploits, or players using external tools to manipulate results, it’s becoming unbearable. The company’s response? Silence. The worst part is, the community has been reporting it for months with little to no action from EA. Why This Hurts the Game: Cheating ruins the core of what Canasta is supposed to be about — fair competition and strategy. When the best players aren’t rewarded for skill, the entire leaderboard system becomes irrelevant. Even more casual players are being driven away, and EA’s reputation for producing quality, competitive games is being questioned. Is this the new normal for EA Sports? The Impact on the Community: We’ve got a toxic, under-reported problem here. Players who refuse to cheat are getting frustrated, while cheaters laugh their way to the top, unaffected by the broken system. It’s leading to a huge drop in engagement and genuine passion from the community. It’s time EA stepped up and did more than just turn a blind eye. The company needs to start enforcing stronger anti-cheat measures. How is it possible that such a huge gaming giant can allow this to continue without any significant consequences? I want to hear what others think about this, but if you’re also seeing this same problem, let’s call it what it is: EA’s failure to protect the integrity of their own game. Is EA Sports seriously willing to let their brand reputation be defined by a game full of cheaters?Very Annoying badge/challenge page pop-up every 10 seconds during game play
Is there a way to stop the annoying badge/challenge (how many points to your next tier)page pop-up every 10 seconds during game play ? i feel like since i pay for this subscription there shouldn't be the need to show me this page every 10 seconds in the middle of my games. At the end of the game play would suffice. i end up clicking on something else on that page every time...Pogo's Negative Patterns & Refusal to Listen
Today, I saw the notice that three games are being retired: A Way with Words, Anagrams, and Quinn's Aquarium. This genuinely came as a shock to me because Pogo just sunsetted a bunch of games semi-recently and because Quinn's was notoriously one of the most popular games. The elimination of games after Java obviously made sense, but with the cries of players everywhere yearning for the traditional game files to be revitalized...Pogo and EA have been extremely passive when it comes to their fanbase. Worse still and yet, perhaps most notably, the newest games are going to be similar to Solitaire Home Story, Viola's Diner, etc. which again, players have been VERY vocal in saying that these types of games are not desired. The stylization is more juvenile, the gameplay tends to be more similar to what one could get on thousands of other sites, and they are all driven by a similar building structure. Rather than getting to play at your own leisure, there are energy requirements and the focus shifts to buying in-game items. Essentially, it seems to be a desperate appeal toward younger generations and gaining more money from in-site purchases. Part of their message included the following quote: "Retiring older titles allows us to focus our efforts on building exciting new experiences and continuing to strengthen the Pogo platform for the future." However, in reading the message, the vast majority of people are constantly noting their plans to cancel memberships (if they have not already). The forums are bursting with pleas wishing for how the site and games used to be. The newer games could just as easily be retired to focus their efforts elsewhere, but they choose older games for some bizarre reason. Even then...Quinn's still had some components of a building-based game, albeit with unlimited energy and a much preferred interface for the majority of us. I cannot fathom why Pogo has to sunset it; they could even just leave it there to play infinitely instead of washing it from the site. There is no resolution to this that I myself can provide, nor anyone else on this platform, I am sure. I more so needed a place to lay out my thoughts, which I know many of you share based on some other posts. The website now holds barely 60 games, many of which are subpar & that players dislike (or may be neutral toward at best). With one game being sunsetted after another - and with such poor, glitchy, juvenile, basic games replacing them - Pogo is shifting to a site that I may no longer yearn to frequent.Casino Slot Games Discussion
Honestly, I think the casino slot games on Pogo have a fun place here, but they’re definitely more about casual enjoyment than real gaming skill. What I like about them is that they offer quick bursts of fun, a bit like mini challenges you can jump into between other games. They’re easy to pick up and don’t require grinding or long-term commitment, which is perfect for players who just want something light to relax with. That said, I do think there’s room for improvement like more variety, updated graphics, better rewards, and ways to make the gameplay feel more rewarding over time. Right now it feels a bit samey after a while. Overall, if you enjoy classic slot style mechanics and a relaxed, low pressure vibe, the Pogo casino games hit the mark. But if you want deeper challenge or progression, they might not be enough on their own. Would love to see what others think
New: Reporting Phishing Emails within Pogo Email
What's New in Pogo Email Report Message and Block User options! Plus, a new warning at the bottom of each email for us: "Pogo will never ask for you to call or send personal information. Do not call, click links. or send any personal information to Unknown senders" This means: ✅ You can report scammers with one click ✅ You can block them so they can't message you again ✅ Pogo can track and ban scam accounts faster ✅ You can help protect other players and yourself by reporting ✅ All official Pogo support is FREE and never requires phone calls or payment. Don't fall for it. Breathe. Verify ONLY through official channels. Pogo Forums: Here you will find other players, Pogo Moderators and Pogo Sconnie willing to assist with various questions. EA Help: Need help with account, billing, refunds and reporting a variety of other issues? Simply log in with your Pogo credentials. EA/Pogo Forums: Here you will find other players and EA Community Managers that will assist with various questions and concerns. You can also report through EA Help → Report a player 👺 The Scammer's Goal: Make you panic Create urgency (act immediately or else) Scare you with threats Get you on the phone or email though unauthorized outlets (where they can manipulate you) False sense of help Please protect yourself and our community. Together we create Positive Play!
[Pogo] Helpful Threads and Guides
Hi Pogoians, Below, you'll find a list of helpful threads and guides on the EA Forums. 🙂 We'll update these lists with any new helpful guides as we create and find. If you see a great guide or informative thread on our boards and think it'd be a great addition to this space, let us know by tagging me or EA_Rtas. If you have a question not covered in here, use the search bar to find the answer or open your own thread and start posting. Happy Gaming o/ - EA_Lanna ♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️ How-To Threads [Pogo] How to Contact EA Support - by EA_Lanna [Pogo] How to Report a Problem - EA Forums - Complete Guide - by abbycattx [Pogo] Redeeming EA Gift Cards and Joining Club Pogo - by EA_Illium [Pogo] How to verify and view your Pogo Information on EA - by abbycattx Troubleshooting Guides [Pogo] How to Troubleshoot Pogo Games - by EA_Illium [Pogo] Pogo Graphics Guide - Windows Users - Screen Issues - by abbycattx [Pogo] A Pogo Player's Network Guide - by abbycattx [Pogo] How to Troubleshoot Apple Devices - by abbycattx Avoid Scams! Stay Safe Online [Info] Pogo Emails & Safety - by abbycattx [Info] Reporting Phishing Emails within Pogo Email - by abbycattx [Info] Pogo Customer Service Phone Number - by abbycattx ♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️ Game Information / Tips and Tricks (Psst, we'd love to feature more great guides, tips, and tricks from the community. If you know your stuff and want to share your knowledge, why not create your own guide?) Merge Academy 🌌Complete Guide to Merge Academy - by abbycattx 💎 Merge Academy Generator Guide - by abbycattx 🦨Merge Academy Sewing Machine - by abbycattx Trizzle 🪆Trizzle Freezing Fix Guide - by abbycattx Canasta Canasta Rules Explained: Your Guide to Playing Like a Pro - by abbycattx Garden Blast Garden Blast: No Return Quest Player Guide - by abbycattx Spades: How to Play Spades Online: Step-by-step Guide - by abbycattx ♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️♣️♦️♠️♥️ Stay up to date on Pogo news Click the links below to visit the Pogo game forums: Announcements and NewsFeed Current Issues Pogo Insider Blog
