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Can I reinstall a game for free if I uninstall it on Origin?

Can you reinstall a game for free after uninstalling it on Origin? @RandomEliax Yes you can, just log in to Origin client using the account you purchased the game with or redeemed the games product code under and the game should show under 'My Games'. From there you should be able to download it with out any charge!
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Can I uninstall and reinstall games on Origin?

If you uninstall the Origin client from your computer, you won't be able to play any games or content downloaded until you reinstall it. This also means that you risk removing files that validate whether your games have the latest patch content and more.
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Will I lose my games if I uninstall Origin?

The uninstallation of the Origin client will not remove local save game files and will certainly not delete online saves. You will be completely safe!
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How do I reinstall a game on Origin?

Open the Origin client. Click Origin in the top menu bar. Choose Application Settings. Select the Installs & Saves tab.
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Download games to My Game Library
  1. Launch the Origin client.
  2. Log in to your EA Account.
  3. Head to My Game Library. ...
  4. Download your game by:
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Do I have to pay for a game again if I uninstall it?

You can use apps you bought on Google Play on any Android device without the need to pay again. Each device must be signed in to the same Google Account. You can also reinstall an app you bought but deleted. Also, if you turn off an app that comes with your device, you can turn it back on.
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How To Reinstall Origin & Backup Your Games (No Need To Redownload All Of Your Games)

Can I recover a game I uninstalled?

Recycle Bin gives you the chance to restore deleted files if you delete them by mistake. As long as your games are not permanently deleted, you can go to Recycle Bin to restore them to the original location. This guide shows you how to recover deleted games on PC using Recycle Bin: Open Recycle Bin.
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Do I have to pay for Minecraft again if I uninstall it?

No, absolutely you do not need to buy the game again. Download the launcher from this link: https://launcher.mojang.com/download/MinecraftI... Ensure you sign in using the same account you purchased.
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What happens if I reset Origin?

After restarting with Reset Origin, the following happens: The application code is deleted, and as a result the application has no state. Variables are deleted, and the values are lost. Retain variables are deleted, and the values are lost.
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Is Origin being replaced?

EA says the new app, simply called the EA app, will be easier to navigate and has improved social features. Players will now be able to link their account with other platforms such as Xbox, PlayStation and Steam - making cross-play much easier than before.
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Can I reinstall Sims 4 after uninstalling on Origin?

After you're finished with the uninstall. Log into Origin with your username and password that you used to register Sims 4 and it's packs with. Go to Game Library to find Sims 4. It should be ready to install with all it's purchased content.
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Is it bad to uninstall and reinstall games?

Installing/Uninstalling a game should not affect it's performance.
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Will I lose my Sims if I uninstall?

You won't loose game progress, game saves or your custom content. Before you uninstall/reinstall, just back up your Sims 4 folder to the desktop and all your Sims 4 files should be fine.
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Can I redownload games from Origin?

Re: how to redownload my game from origin? Log into Origin (or download it, if it is not already on your computer) and check under the 'My Games' tab for your purchased games. Please make sure you have "Show: All Games" in MY GAMES selected.
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Is EA Origin shutting down?

Origin is a digital distribution platform developed by Electronic Arts for purchasing and playing video games. In October 2022, Origin ceased operations for its Windows platform, directing players to EA Play. The Mac and mobile versions remain online.
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Why is EA leaving Origin?

Origin is EA's equivalent of Steam, and even though it has tens of millions of users, EA listened to feedback and acknowledged "the limitations of this platform in a quickly evolving entertainment landscape." The answer to those limitations didn't involve fixing Origin, though, rather EA decided to replace it(Opens in ...
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Is Origin still spyware?

Origin is not spyware. Neither do we use nor install spyware on the PCs of users. Origin captures limited information that is necessary to allow users to buy, download, and play games and gaming content.
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Will I lose my games if I create a new Origin account?

Some of our games let you save your progress to our cloud. That means that you can access your games and saves from other computers or consoles, as long as you're signed in to your account. If we move your game from one account to another, you'll lose access to your cloud saves.
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Do games expire on Origin?

Once you make a purchase of game from Origin, it is added to your account and you keep them forever.
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How to get Minecraft for free?

Get Minecraft Free Trial for Java Edition
  1. Much like the Bedrock edition, head to the official Minecraft website (visit) and click the “Try it Free” option in the top navigation bar.
  2. On the next page, scroll down to access the Java Edition free trial for Minecraft.
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When you pay for Minecraft is it forever?

Minecraft is linked to your Mojang account, so if you buy it now, you can later install it on your gaming PC without having to rebuy it. All you need is an active Internet connection and your Mojang account credentials.
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Do I keep my worlds if I uninstall Minecraft?

Your worlds are saved on the cloud, so uninstalling the game will not delete them.
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How do I reinstall a game I accidentally uninstalled?

Method 1: Restore Deleted Games on PC by Restoring from Recycle Bin
  1. Double click on the recycle bin to open it.
  2. Go through the files in the recycle bin and locate your game file.
  3. Once your find it, right-click on the game file.
  4. Click on Restore in the list that shows.
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What game did I just delete?

If you use an Android phone, the quickest way to figure out apps recently removed from your device is to use the Google Play Store. To find deleted apps—paid and free—on your Android device: Open the Google Play Store app and tap your profile portrait at the top right of the screen. Then, tap Manage apps & device.
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How many times can you download a game on Origin?

This is because you can only install your game on up to five computers per 24-hour period, as mentioned in our Terms of Service. Here are some things that can count as a new computer: using a different computer. changing the hardware in your current computer.
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