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Can you transfer games from Origin 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.
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Can I put my Origin games on Steam?

If I have already bought a game on Origin, can I play it on Steam? No—games bought on Origin can only be played on Origin.
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Can I migrate EA games to Steam?

Once you've linked your accounts and installed your first EA game through Steam, installing future games gets a lot easier: Sign in to Steam. Go to your Library. Select the game.
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Can you transfer Sims from Origin to Steam?

@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.
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Do I have to rebuy Sims 4 on Steam?

-Still launches through Origin. Buying on Steam just adds another layer of DRM. -If you previously purchased through Origin, you will need to redownload any DLC, even if you already had it installed. -Your DLC carries over, the base game does not, which means you'll have to purchase the base game again.
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Guide: Move Apex from ORIGIN to STEAM | No Redownload!

Do I have to buy Sims 4 again on Steam?

Re: Do I need to repurchase Sims 4 and all other DLC packs on Steam? Yes, if you want to play it on Steam you need to buy the basegame there.
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Is Origin still a thing?

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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Do Origin keys work on Steam?

If you purchase the game on Steam, can you also play it on Origin. If you purchase the game on Origin, you cannot play it on Steam. Physical edition codes can only be redeemed in Origin.
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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.
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Do I have to rebuy EA games on Steam?

For digitally-bought PC games, we don't have to rebuy them anymore. Games purchased from online gaming platforms, like Steam or EA Play, stay linked to our account even if they are uninstalled from the computer.
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How do I transfer Apex legends from Origin to Steam?

How to move Apex Legends from Origin to Steam
  1. Ensure your game is up to date on Origin.
  2. Locate your Origin game installation folder. Once you've found it, rename the Apex folder into Apex Legends .
  3. Locate your Steam installation folder. ...
  4. Launch Steam and download the game from there. ...
  5. You're good to go!
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Can you play EA games on Steam 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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Are Steam keys bannable?

Please be very careful when banning product keys, as you could be removing access from legitimate customers. You may ban keys to revoke access from legitimate users (for example, the end of a beta) or to revoke keys that have been stolen or purchased fraudulently.
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How do I redeem my EA code on Steam?

Go to visit ea.com/redeem. For PC codes, click on the Redeem button. For all other platforms, click the right button below the Redeem button.
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Are free Steam keys legal?

Its not illegal but you do it at your own risk. Expect no help from STEAM if a key should turn out to be not working.
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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.
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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.
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Will EA ever get rid of Origin?

Say farewell to EA's launcher! EA is officially saying goodbye to Origin. When you log in to the launcher, you will see a notification saying that later this year, the EA app for Windows will replace Origin as the destination for purchasing, downloading, and playing EA games.
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Is Sims 4 free to play forever on Steam?

The Sims 4 is now free worldwide. 8 years after its launch (back in 2014), EA's game goes to the free-to-play format. That's right, The Sims 4 becomes free for anyone who wants to try it and get it. And when we get it, it will be forever, of course.
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Is Sims 4 permanently free now?

From October 18, 2022, The Sims 4 base game will be free to play. All new players can download the base game free of charge.
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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.
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Is it better to download Sims 4 on Steam or EA?

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.
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Why do I need to install Origin to play Sims 4 on Steam?

One of the main features of The Sims 4 is the Online Gallery where you can download creations made by other players. Considering that the feature has been built on Origin's infrastructure and servers, you'll be needing to create an EA Account and have Origin installed on your computer in order to play.
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What happens if you buy Sims 4 on Steam?

If you buy The Sims 4 on Steam, you'll automatically get access to all the other Sims 4 stuff you already had: that includes game saves, DLC packs, in-game currency, and virtual currency.
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