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Episode: EA's Biggest Mistake Ever: Messing with Messi (Bonus show!)
Description: And we thought Messi winning the Ballon d'Or was controversial....
The conversation discusses the recent issue with EA Sports releasing an 86+ pick that resulted in many players obtaining a high-rated TOTY Messi card. Daniel, Chris and John share their reactions, emotions, and frustrations about the situation. They discuss the unfairness and power imbalance caused by the widespread availability of such a strong card. Possible solutions and compensations are explored, but the difficulty of finding a fair resolution is acknowledged. The impact on the game, community, and EA's reputation is considered, with differing opinions on the potential consequences. The conversation...