Trainers often offer a suite of mods that can fundamentally change the racing experience: Infinite Currency:
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: Provides a constant boost without needing to refill.
However, the "exclusive" nature of these trainers introduces a complicated dynamic when it spills over into the online "Lakeshore Online" mode. When high-tier modifications and performance boosts are restricted to a subset of players willing to pay for premium software, it creates an uneven playing field. This "pay-to-win" ecosystem, facilitated by third-party developers rather than the game’s creators, undermines the competitive integrity of the multiplayer experience. It devalues the achievements of players who earn their progress through skill and time investment.
EA and Criterion have specific "fair play" protocols for online sessions. Using a trainer to gain an advantage against real players can lead to: Temporary or permanent account bans. Loss of progress in your EA account. Being relegated to "cheater-only" lobbies.