Can I use EA Play through Game Pass on Steam?

Yes. If you're an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass member, you'll need to link your Xbox and EA accounts and make sure that you have installed the EA app, now in beta, to enjoy EA Play titles on PC.

Can I use my EA Play from Game Pass 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.

How do I link my EA Game Pass to Steam?

Can you use EA Play on PC through Game Pass?

Yes! Your Xbox Game Pass subscription gives you a full EA Play membership, which includes 10% off of full games, DLC, and more. Game Pass Ultimate members can use their discount in the Microsoft Store or the EA app Store, while Game Pass for PC members can only use their discount in the EA app Store.

How do I play EA through Steam?

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Does EA Play work across platforms?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass members receive EA Play. EA Play Pro is only available through EA's PC platforms, Origin and the EA app, now in beta. Note If you already subscribe to EA Play Pro, games and add-ons included with EA Play Pro will not reflect in the Xbox app for Windows.

Do I need Origin to play EA games on Steam?

You may need Origin to launch some EA games from Steam. When you do, Steam will tell you the game needs to be launched using a third-party DRM and will show Origin software installation in the system requirements. Otherwise, you can launch the game as you would any other Steam game by clicking the title and then Play.

Why is EA Play not working on Game Pass?

If your Xbox profile is linked to your EA account we just need to refresh it. Please sign out on your EA Desktop App, from there sign out and then quit the EA Desktop app before signing back in.

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.

How much is EA Play for a year?

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.

How do I know if my EA account is linked to Steam?

Is there a way to find out what ea account my steam account is linked to? You contact EA support. As the linking is done on EA's end, only EA support can actually do anything about it. Steam can not see which EA account was used.

Is EA pass on Steam worth it?

EA Play is overwhelmingly worth the money, even if you only subscribe to one month. Worth mentioning that if you find enough enjoyment from a couple of months of EA Play, then you should strongly consider the annual subscription.

How do I convert EA Play to Game Pass?

Hello Tadis, you don't need to cancel your EA PLay, the Game Pass Ultimate subscription already has EA play, if you already have EA in your Microsoft account, you can purchase the Game Pass Ultimate subscription from the same account, which will keep your progress and data you already have from EA.

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 EA moving away from Origin?

The launcher is getting replaced by the EA app. Say farewell to EA's launcher! EA is officially saying goodbye to Origin.

Is Origin being replaced by EA?

Two years ago, EA announced its plans to replace the Origin PC client, and now the new app is finally beginning to roll out. Supposedly, it's a much lighter and faster experience with a more streamlined design. EA says the new app, simply called the EA app, will be easier to navigate and has improved social features.

What happened with EA Play?

In 2020–2021 many third-party games were removed, and in April 2021 EA began removing older EA Sports games from the service. Subscribers can play selected titles for a limited time of eight hours, this does not apply to the "Pro" subscription tier.

What is EA Play Steam vs EA Play Origin?

EA Play (Steam) and EA Play (Origin) refer to two separate subscription services. Purchasing either does not grant access to games exclusive to the other. EA Play Pro tier also provides access to all of the games offered to the base EA Play (Origin) tier.

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.

Can I play Sims in Steam if I bought it through Origin?

@SLYFOX7 Yes, if you buy the game in Steam, your Origin-bought packs will also work. The way this goes is, when you buy Sims 4 in Steam, you're required to link your Steam account to an Origin account. Steam will then recognize the packs you own in Origin and allow them to load when you launch from Steam.

What is the longest Game Pass subscription?

When you subscribe to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, we'll apply any prepaid time you have on Xbox Live Gold, Xbox Game Pass, or EA Play subscriptions toward the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate plan at the current conversion ratio, up to a maximum of 36 months.

How do I keep my Xbox Game Pass games forever?

To keep playing the DLC, you need to buy the game itself from the Microsoft Store or on disc. As long as you were signed in to the Xbox network the last time you played, your achievements, game saves, and game progress will all be there.

Can I use EA Play on PS5 if I have Game Pass?

EA Play is available for one monthly fee on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC. It is available standalone or as part of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at no extra cost.