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Can I use EA app instead of Origin?

Yes, the EA app will replace Origin
Origin
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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to be our primary platform for downloading and launching PC games.
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Can I run EA games without Origin?

No, unfortunately you indeed still need Origin to be installed/running in the background for Steam EA games to work.
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Is Origin and EA Access the same?

We've got some big news, starting today EA's two game membership services – EA Access and Origin Access – are now EA Play*, and Origin Access Premier is EA Play Pro.
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Can you redeem Origin codes on EA app?

Redeem your product code in the EA app

Launch the EA app. Log in to your EA Account. Open My Collection. Select Redeem Code.
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Do I have to use the EA app for Sims 4?

Yes. You will need the Origin™ client and an EA Account to install and register The Sims 4. Once installed, you don't need to be online to play.
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I switched from Origin to the EA App so you don't have to (update: i switched back to origin)

How do you play Sims 4 on EA app?

How to download The Sims 4 for free with the EA app
  1. Visit EA's The Sims 4 page.
  2. Click Play for Free in the top-right corner.
  3. Click EA app for Windows from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click Download Now.
  5. Download and open the EA app on your PC.
  6. Search for Sims 4 in the app.
  7. Click Download.
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How do I transfer my Origin account to EA?

On EA Help
  1. Click Log In.
  2. Choose the option to sign in using your platform credentials.
  3. Fill in the login details from your platform in the pop-up. If your EA Account and the account you're linking use the same email address, you will be prompted to verify your login.
  4. All set! Your accounts are linked.
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Is Origin being replaced?

The new EA app replacing Origin is still a launcher you'll only ever use when forced to. Electronic Arts have formally launched their new store client doodad after a long open beta, replacing the much-maligned Origin with something they refer to as "the EA app" (its actual name is only "EA").
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How do you download games on the EA app?

Download games to your Library
  1. Launch the EA app.
  2. Log in to your EA Account.
  3. Go to My Library.
  4. Find the game that you want to download and click the arrow in the bottom right corner.
  5. Confirm your Install location and Language preferences, then click Next.
  6. Read and accept the terms of play.
  7. Click Download.
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Can I use EA Play on Origin if I bought it on Steam?

Yes! 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.
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What is the difference between EA account and Origin account?

Both the subscription-based video game services- EA Access is for PS4 and Xbox One, while Origin Access is for PC - will “also get a fresh new look”, EA said.
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Does EA have a mobile app?

EA mobile games are available for both iOS and Android!
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Is the EA app safe?

Course it's safe. It's the EA shop for games. its safe its EA's version of Steam. EA are not shady since they are one of the biggest game companies in the world.
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Why do you need Origin to play EA games?

It's used for account management and ownership verification. If your concern is playing your games offline, you can choose to Go Offline within the Origin menu.
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How to play Sims 4 without opening Origin?

If you're having trouble opening Origin first, try launching the game directly from its shortcut instead. You'll be asked to sign into Origin, but as soon as you do (even while offline), TS4 will open. But again, you need to have signed into Origin while online recently in order for Origin to accept the login.
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Why can't I download games on the EA app?

Try re-installing the EA app

Open the Control Panel (find it by searching Control Panel in the Start menu). Under Programs, click Uninstall a program. Click on the EA app and uninstall. Reinstall the EA app, then try installing your game again.
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Why can't i download EA app?

Having problems installing? Double-check that your computer meets the requirements. If you're on PC, make sure you're running the EA app as an administrator. Then add EADesktop.exe, EALauncher.exe, and EABackgroundService.exe to your anti-virus and firewall allow lists.
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How do I play Steam games on EA app?

Once you've linked your accounts and installed your first EA game through Steam, installing future games gets a lot easier:
  1. Sign in to Steam.
  2. Go to your Library.
  3. Select the game.
  4. Click Install.
  5. Click Next on the pop-up window to install the game.
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Will I lose my games on Origin?

EA assures existing users that the transition will be easy and that they won't lose access to their content, saves and installed games. Their Origin friends list will automatically transfer, too, making it easy to pick up where they left off.
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Is Origin launcher gone?

(Image: EA) Electronic Arts (EA) announced Thursday that it's officially replacing Origin with a new EA app.
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Why are my Origin games not showing on EA app?

Click on the Origin menu in the Origin client and select Reload Page. If this does not work, log out of Origin and log back in again. This will refresh your Game Library in the Origin client. You can also try uninstalling and reinstalling Origin.
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Can I merge 2 EA accounts?

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.
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Is EA app better than Steam?

Actually I'd say getting it on Origin/EA App is better. The Steam version requires Origin anyway, furthermore the EA App is incompatible to Sims on Steam and using the Steam version of any EA game will prevent you from using the EA app if you care for that (EA App replaces Origin while Steam requires Origin).
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How do I connect my Sims 4 account to EA?

On EA Help

Click Log In. Choose the option to sign in using your platform credentials. Fill in the login details from your platform in the pop-up. If your EA Account and the account you're linking use the same email address, you will be prompted to verify your login.
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Has EA Games Been Hacked?

must read. Gaming giant Electronic Arts (EA) confirmed that about 50 high-profile FIFA 2022 accounts were hacked over the last few weeks.
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