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Do I have to install Apex again for Origin?

You only need to link your accounts the first time you play an EA game on Steam. Sign into Steam. Launch an EA game from Steam by clicking Play. Install Origin/EA
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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 I have to reinstall Apex Legends on Origin?

According to Respawn, you do NOT need Origin to run Apex on Steam. The Origin client is not required if you get the game though Steam. Jack! The author of this thread has indicated that this post answers the original topic.
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Can I delete Origin and still play Apex?

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.
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How do I sync my Apex to Origin?

Follow these steps:
  1. Download the game on Steam.
  2. When you launch the game for the first time, you'll be asked to log in to your Origin account.
  3. After you log in, boot up Apex Legends.
  4. You're in! Your progress should be saved, and you should be able to play Apex Legends as you used to over on Origin.
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Can I play Apex on Origin if I have it on Steam?

Download Apex Legends on Steam. Launch Apex Legends and follow the on-screen prompt to log in to your Origin account. That's it! You're logged into Apex Legends on Steam and all of your progress and cosmetics will have moved across.
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Guide: Move Apex from STEAM to ORIGIN | No Redownload!

Does it matter if I download Apex on Steam or Origin?

Do I still need Origin even I download it here? 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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Why can't i play Apex on Origin?

Fix 2: Try Repair Game in Origin

1) Open the Origin client and go to My Game Library. 2) Go to Apex Legends and right click on it. Then select Repair. 3) Follow the on-screen instructions to finish it.
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How do I link my Origin account to Steam?

Re: How to link my EA Origin account with Steam?
  1. Navigate to the EA Help Website.
  2. Click log in at the top right of the page. ( ...
  3. When it pops up with the: enter your login credentials, click Steam at the very bottom.
  4. Login with your Steam Credentials and then you are all set!
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Can I link my Xbox apex account to Origin?

If you made your EA Account using the same email address you use for your platform-specific account, load any EA game on your Xbox, PlayStation®, or Switch, and your accounts should automatically connect.
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What happens if I delete Origin app?

What happens when I uninstall the Origin client? 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.
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Will I lose my games if I uninstall 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!
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Why can't i uninstall Apex in Origin?

Uninstalling Apex Legends On PC

The Origin Client is one of the major platforms on which players access the game on PCs. For the Origin client, players will find the uninstall option by going to 'My Game Library'. Here right click on Apex Legends and you will see an option to uninstall the game.
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Are Origin and Steam accounts linked?

Origin will launch and ask you to link your Steam account and your EA Account. Log in to Origin using your EA Account info or create a new EA Account. Steam will install your game and let you know when it's ready to play.
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Can I use my EA Play account on Steam and Origin?

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.
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Why do I need Origin if I bought the game 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.
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Do I have to install Origin to play Steam games?

Steam-native games

Native games on Steam don't need Origin to launch, but you can only play with friends on the same platform as you. For example, if your friend is playing on Steam, you'll need to play the game on Steam too.
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Does Steam transfer to Origin?

How to transfer a game from Steam to Origin. There is a reason: You can't transfer your games. Some of the EA games can be activated on Origin (Sims 3, Dragon age) using the games key.
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Can you transfer games between Steam and Origin?

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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How do I move Origin games without redownloading?

How to Move Origin Games to Another Drive without Re-downloading
  1. Connect the destination drive to your computer.
  2. Choose the games you want to change the location.
  3. Transfer the games to the destination drive.
  4. Launch Origin client and go to "My Game Library".
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Does the EA app replace Origin?

No. The games you've downloaded through Origin should be ready to launch through the EA app. If you find any of your games, DLC or other content missing from the EA app, please contact us so we can help resolve the issue.
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Will I lose all my games on Origin?

All saved games, be they stored locally or in the cloud, will also be transferred, so you don't need to worry about losing any progress in your favorite releases.
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Does Apex save your account?

If you originally played Apex on Origin, you can link your account to Steam account and carry your progress over. Similarly, you can carry your progress from previous console generations (e.g. PS4 to PS5).
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