Can I transfer Origin games to EA?

Access to games and content, plus progress, achievements, cloud saves and friends lists and other data pertaining to Origin accounts should transfer seamlessly over to the EA app. EA Play is available to download from EA's website, and Origin users will also be pointed to install the new launcher via the app.

Can I transfer games from Origin?

Launch Origin client and go to "My Game Library". Here you can see all games you owned and have installed on your PC. Step 2. Right-click the game you wish to move to another drive, then click "Move Game".

Can I transfer my Sims 4 from Origin to EA?

Re: Question about Sims 4 transfer from Origin to EA app

@greenwade Your EA App and Origin game libraries are the same, both pulling data from your EA account. So if you buy a pack through one app, it should show up in both.

Does EA Play transfer from Origin to Steam?

Yes! EA Play is available for PC via Steam or Origin as well as on Xbox One and PlayStation®4.

Can I use EA instead of Origin?

EA Desktop is essentially Origin, but in its final form. The improvements EA has made mean that instead of fighting bugs and crashes, you're able to spend time immersed in your game of choice. EA Desktop doesn't have broken systems or glitchy software. Instead, it's a solid platform that's easy to use.

I switched from Origin to the EA App so you don't have to (update: i switched back to origin)

Why is EA getting rid of Origin?

Despite accumulating over 50 million registered users, the service was heavily criticized and maligned by the PC community due to security flaws and suspicions of spying on players. In late 2020, EA announced that it would retire Origin in favor of a new client simply called the EA app.

Is Origin or EA app better?

What's the difference between the EA app and Origin? The EA app is our latest PC platform, designed with player feedback in mind to be foundational for the future of EA PC gaming. Origin is our legacy client, and will soon be replaced by the EA app.

Are EA games better on Origin or Steam?

Steam, without a doubt, has a much larger community than Origin. Steam's community is bigger and much more active. This usually won't matter much, since most Origin multiplayer games are crossplay with Steam.

Where are my Origin games in EA App?

How do I upgrade from Origin to EA Play?

Is EA and Origin the same account?

What's EA Play? New name, new look, same great benefits: EA Access and Origin Access are now EA Play. Get more info on the change here.

Can EA and Origin play together?

At launch, players on Origin will be able to compete with EA Play members and trial players. Cross-play for Origin players will be added post-launch so you can play with your friends across all platforms.

Will I lose my games if I delete 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!

Why are my Origin games not showing on EA app?

Click the menu icon (it looks like 3 horizontal lines) in the top left corner of the app, hover over Help, then click Restart app. If this doesn't work, log out of the app and back in again to refresh your Collection. You can also try uninstalling and reinstalling the EA app.

Is EA Play free?

How much does EA Play cost? EA Play is just $4.99 a month or $29.99 for a full year. EA Play Pro is $14.99 a month or $99.99 for a full year.

Can you use Origin codes on EA app?

@I3iscut If you mean an EA App code, yes, that would work in Origin, and vice versa. EA Wallet/Cash codes will work too as long as you're in the same country as where the code was issued.

Do I need both Origin and EA Play?

Re: Do I need Origin and EA Desktop at the same time? The real answer is Yes, if an older games need origin, the EA beta app won't work, but will try and uninstall origin. Because EA is in beta mode, will they eventually be able to replace the origin app, who knows?!?

Is Origin as good as Steam?

Why do gamers prefer Steam to Origin? The reason is very simple: Steam offers better services. Steam has most games from third-party publishers, and it also boasts of the biggest library of games. As for EA Origin, it does stock few third-party games other than EA's, but typically, Steam has it beat on pricing.

Do I need Origin to play EA games?

No you do not. You can purchase the game you want to play from Origin directly, and then play it any time you want.

How long will Origin last?

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.

Is EA Origin still spying?

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.

Do games expire on Origin?

We reserve the right to change and update Content and Entitlements without notice to you. If you have not used your Entitlements or Account for twenty four (24) months or more and your Account has associated Entitlements, your Entitlements will expire and your Account may be cancelled for non-use.

Is it okay to uninstall 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.

Does EA Play remove games?

Games are added to The Play List (previously known as The Vault) at EA's discretion, such as making a title available on Access a set number of days after its retail launch. Although the Terms of Service allow EA to remove titles with 30 days' notice, EA initially pledged that games will not be removed at a later date.

Does FIFA 22 Steam need Origin?

Buy FIFA 22. Incorporates 3rd-party DRM: EA on-line activation and Origin client software installation and background use required.