- KONAMI’s Japanese X account issued a strong warning against unauthorized data access and leaks.
- The statement sparked concern around third-party apps like eFootballHUB, PESMaster, and eFootballRun.
- These tools have become essential for many players when checking stats, builds, and upcoming packs.
eFootball is looking to change a lot of things this year, starting with the comeback of Master League. I was watching eFootball Connect like the rabid fan I am, and honestly, the interview was kind of assuring. That said, one thing that really caught my attention was what was posted on eFootball’s Japanese X account.
If you are unaware, it talked about unauthorized access to servers, the acquisition and sharing of non-public in-game data, and how these actions violate the game’s terms of service. It also mentioned possible punishments, including account suspensions, bans from official tournaments, and even legal action if needed.
Why KONAMI’s data warning got everyone talking
Fair enough. No one’s really arguing against protecting game data. But once you read it as an eFootball player, it’s hard not to think about one thing straight away. Almost everything we know about players, packs, and builds comes from third-party sources.
So the obvious question pops up: what does this mean for apps like eFootballHUB? Is this the end, or are we all just overthinking it? Because let’s be real, eFootballHUB is basically a must at this point if you are a consistent player.
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— eFootball™公式 (@we_konami) February 4, 2026
①ゲーム情報の不正取得・不正拡散について
当社サーバーへの不正なアクセスや、ゲーム内の非公開データの不正な取得・拡散などの行為は、本ゲームのコンテンツ利用規約に違反する行為です。
New pack coming? Open the app. Thinking about spinning? Check those stats first. Comparing two cards that look identical in-game? Off to eFootballHUB we go. And it’s not just that app either. PESMaster, eFootballRun, and all these sites have become part of how we enjoy the game.
And honestly, it’s fun, isn’t it? Half the joy is sitting there comparing players, testing builds, and convincing yourself that this time, “yes, this card is absolutely worth it, let me spin”.
That’s why the idea of third-party apps disappearing feels, weird, I guess? It’s not like these tools are killing the game.
If anything, they keep players more engaged. You spend more time thinking about eFootball even when you’re not playing it. And funny enough, that usually leads to more spins, not fewer, right? At least in the case of the ones who have coins (or the ones who can buy them).
Third-party community apps are part of how we play eFootball now
A lot of the concern seems to be about early info. Seeing Monday’s packs on Thursday, checking stats before KONAMI officially reveals them, that sort of thing. And yeah, you can see why they might not love that. Some players might be hyped, but those numbers, if underwhelming, will not see it as worth going for the spin.
We’ve already seen how this plays out with EA Sports’ FC franchise. EA wasn’t always cool with platforms like FUTBIN either. For years, it was just this massive third-party site living off EA’s data. But instead of trying to wipe it out, EA eventually leaned into it.
And surprise, Ultimate Team didn’t collapse. If anything, it stayed relevant longer because players had more ways to engage with it outside matches. FUTBIN became part of the Ultimate Team ecosystem rather than a problem to deal with.
That’s why this whole thing doesn’t really feel like the end of eFootballHUB. It feels more like KONAMI drawing a line and saying, “Okay, no funny business.” Actual data breaches, in-game modifications that hurt the other players, and shady access deserve to be shut down. No debate there.
But going after every third-party tool that helps players understand the game better would be a strange move, especially at a time when eFootball is trying to win back trust with things like Master League’s return.
Cutting off community tools could do more harm than good
At the end of the day, we don’t want less information. We want better information. We want to know what we are spending coins and money on. And for years now, third-party apps have been the easiest way to do that.
So yeah, maybe things change a bit. Maybe early leaks get tighter. Maybe access gets limited. But the idea that eFootball suddenly cuts off the very tools that keep its most dedicated players engaged? That feels unlikely.
If anything, this feels like one of those moments where KONAMI has a chance to learn from the past, not repeat it. And hopefully, they pick the fun option.
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