Do I have to install Origin to play EA games?

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.

Can I play EA on Steam but not 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.

Does EA Play use Origin?

EA Play Pro is only available through EA's PC platforms, Origin and the EA app, now in beta.

Does the EA app replace Origin?

Simply dubbed the EA app, the "new, enhanced PC platform" will see Origin, which launched in 2011, slowly phased out. 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.

Can you play games on Origin without downloading?

While you're in game, you can choose Don't download so that nothing downloads while you're gaming.

I switched from Origin to the EA App so you don't have to (update: i switched back to origin)

Is Origin and EA the same?

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

Do I need Origin to play Sims 4?

Does The Sims 4 require an Origin™ client to play? 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.

How do I merge Origin and EA?

Why can't i join EA Play?

You can't access online play if your account is suspended or banned. This happens if you broke the rules in the EA User Agreement. Check My Ban History to see if your account is currently suspended or banned.

How do I get EA Play to work on Steam?

How do I play EA Play on Steam?

Is it better to get EA Play on Steam or Origin?

You can buy the games separately. If you are interested in EA Play, it actually *is* better to get it on Origin, as it has a bigger catalog on there. If you are interested in individual games, you should get them wherever you fancy them.

How do I activate EA Play?

Why won't my EA games work?

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.

Is EA Play still active?

As we said above, EA Play is available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC. You have to download an EA Play application on PlayStation consoles, which serves as a portal to the games. Xbox owners can now access all the games through the Game Pass channel.

Do I need both Origin and EA app?

Re: Do I need Origin and EA Desktop at the same time? You don't need to have both clients installed, you can have only one if you prefer. However, EA Desktop is still in beta, so there may be certain games or features that don't appear in that client that will show in Origin instead.

Can I delete Origin and still play Sims?

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.

Is there a way to play Sims without downloading Origin?

you need Origin in order to play the game. There's no legal way around it.

Is The Sims 4 still free on Origin?

The Sims 4 will go free-to-play on 18th October 2022, EA has confirmed.

How do I download origin?

Is EA Play worth it Steam?

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.

Can I move 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.

Why won't Steam let me play my games?

If a game won't launch, this is often caused by corruption in your extracted game files. Please see our Verify Integrity of Game Files article for instructions on verifying the integrity of your game files. Games may not launch if you're running software which interferes with Steam.

Can Origin and Steam play together?

Both Origin and Steam users can play together, and you can even transfer your game over to Steam if desired, although that is not necessary.