Do I need EA app or Origin?

What's the difference between the EA app and Origin? The EA app is our latest PC platform, designed with player feedback in mind to be foundational for the future of EA PC gaming. Origin is our legacy client, and will soon be replaced by the EA app.

Are EA app and Origin accounts the same?

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 I delete Origin with EA app?

The EA App is designed to uninstall Origin, so if you want it on your computer for testing purposes, install it first, then Origin afterwards.

Can you have EA app and Origin at the same time?

Yep, you can log in to the EA app with the same credentials you use for Origin.

Do I need Origin to play EA Play games?

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

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

Do I have to switch from Origin to EA?

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.

Is Origin just EA games?

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.

How do I merge Origin and EA?

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.

Will I lose Sims if I Uninstall Origin?

Re: If I Uninstall Origin will all of my Sims 4 files be deleted? No, your Sims 4 files will be safe when you delete the origin client. 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!

How to open Sims 4 without EA app?

Do I need Origin if I have EA Desktop?

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.

Will Sims be free on Origin?

The Sims 4 will go free-to-play on 18th October 2022, EA has confirmed. (Of course, all of its many expansions will continue to be sold separately).

Can I play Sims 4 without installing Origin?

you need Origin in order to play the game.

Is Origin being discontinued?

EA has been running its own digital games service under the name Origin since 2011, but not for much longer. Origin is being retired as a brand and replaced with a new app under a new (not very exciting) name.

Why can't I use Origin anymore?

Origin is being retired as the company refocuses on using brand names that start with 'EA. '

Can I delete EA app after downloading Sims?

You won't loose game progress, game saves or your custom content. Before you uninstall/reinstall, just back up your Sims 4 folder to the desktop and all your Sims 4 files should be fine.

Is The Sims 4 on the EA app?

The Sims™ 4 EA Play Edition is now on The Play List.

How to play Sims 4 offline without Origin?

This can also be done by going in The Sims 4's Settings panel and selecting ”Other”. From there, just untick the ”Online Access” option and you'll play the game Offline.

Does Origin save your Sims game?

Origin does not back up Sims 4 saves for you. If you want to save the Sims 4 progress, you should navigate to the Sims 4 saves location and back up the saves folder to a USB drive or cloud space. After backing up the saves folder from the old computer, now you can: Install Origin and Sims 4 on the new PC.

Do I have to buy a game again if I uninstall it on Origin?

@RandomEliax Yes you can, just log in to Origin client using the account you purchased the game with or redeemed the games product code under and the game should show under 'My Games'. From there you should be able to download it with out any charge!

Can I reinstall Sims 4 after uninstalling on Origin?

After you're finished with the uninstall. Log into Origin with your username and password that you used to register Sims 4 and it's packs with. Go to Game Library to find Sims 4. It should be ready to install with all it's purchased content.

Is it safe to delete Origin?

No, your Sims 4 files will be safe when you delete the origin client. 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!

Will deleting EA app delete games?

Nope, you cannot delete your games from your EA account.