Can I transfer Origin 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 switch from Origin to EA?

Existing Origin account holders needn't worry about their data. EA says it has "worked hard to make the transition to the EA app as simple as possible." Users just need to wait for their invite to arrive and then all games and content linked to your Origin account should transfer over automatically.

How do I transfer my Origin account to EA Play?

Can I link my Origin account to EA?

On your platform

Enter the email address and password for your primary EA Account when you're asked to log in. Once you've signed in, your accounts will be linked.

Is Origin moving to the EA app?

Yes, the EA app will replace Origin to be our primary platform for downloading and launching PC games.

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.

Why did EA stop Origin?

To streamline branding, EA renamed both EA Access and Origin Access both to EA Play, with the Origin Access Premier named to EA Play Pro. In September 2020, EA announced it plans to retire Origin in favor for a new desktop client that will support the new EA Play and EA Play Pro subscriptions.

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.

How do I transfer my apex from Origin to Steam?

Can you transfer Origin games to Steam?

Can You Move Origin Games to Steam? Unfortunately, once you purchase the game on Origin, you can't move it to the Steam library and get all the benefits of Steam overlay and functionality. You'll have to either purchase the game on the Steam store or add it as a non-Steam game.

Does EA Play transfer from Origin to Steam?

EA Play is available for PC via Steam or Origin as well as on Xbox One and PlayStation®4. Please note: while EA Play is available on multiple platforms your membership is tied to the platform you joined on. If you joined on Steam, your Play List, member discount, and all other benefits will only be available here.

Can I transfer my Origin account?

You cannot move your games or personas to another account yourself. If you decide you really want to merge your accounts, you'll have to contact us to do that. When you talk to one of our advisors, we'll make sure there's no better way to solve this for you.

Can I transfer games from Origin?

One way to free up space is to move Origin games to another drive. This can be done manually, but it is often easier to use transfer software like EaseUS Todo PCTrans.

Do I need both Origin and EA Play?

If the games you play are fully supported through EA Desktop, then no need to use Origin as well.

Is it better to play Apex on Steam or Origin?

Same servers, full crossplay/crossprogress between Steam and Origin. And because of the way apex work if origin servers go down you won't be able to play it on steam as well. So just pick the platform you prefer.

Can I link my EA account to Steam?

Does Apex have cross-progression from Origin to Steam?

Is Apex Legends cross-platform? Apex Legends doesn't support cross-progression or cross-platform play for different consoles. You won't be able to carry over your own achievements, progress, and more to other systems if you play on more than one platform.

Is EA Desktop better than 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.

Do Origin keys work on EA app?

Re: can an ea code work for origin? @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.

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.

What is replacing Origin?

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.

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.

What games are EA shutting down?

EA is shutting down online services for four more games in 2023, so players will only be able to enjoy the games offline if they own a copy. EA has confirmed that it is shutting down the online services of four games, those being Syndicate, Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning, Shadows of the Damned, and Warp.

Why is there no Sims 5?

There is not currently a Sims 5 release date

All that we currently know about The Sims 5's release window is that it's a long way off. The game is still in the early stages of development, and it was judged to be at least a couple of years away when it was announced in October 2022.

Should I delete Origin if I have EA Desktop?

If you've installed Origin on your Mac to play EA games and now no longer need it, you should uninstall it to free up space.