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Does uninstalling EA App remove games?

If you uninstall the EA app (formerly EA Desktop
EA Desktop
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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) from your computer, you won't be able to play any games or use any extra content you have downloaded until you reinstall it. This also means that you risk removing files that let us know if your games have the latest patch content and more.
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What happens when you Uninstall a game app?

For the unaware, uninstalling an app means to completely delete the app from the phone. You will have to install the app again on your phone if you want to use it. The installed app will behave and look like you installed it the first time. That is, you will have to set up the app again.
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Can I delete Origin with EA app?

When you install the EA app, it will automatically delete Origin and replace it. Upon logging into the new client, you can browse the store, which is now integrated with the EA Play subscription service, and start downloading games.
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Why do I need to install EA app?

The EA app for Windows is Electronic Arts' all new, enhanced PC platform, where you can easily play your favorite games. The app provides a streamlined and optimized user interface that gets you into your games faster than ever before.
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Can I play The Sims 4 without EA app?

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.
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How To Uninstall Games From EA App

What does EA do for games?

Electronic Arts Inc. is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. EA delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, personal computers, mobile phones and tablets.
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Can you uninstall Origin without losing games?

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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Do EA games still require Origin?

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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Can I uninstall Origin and keep my games?

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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Does uninstalling app remove everything?

Does uninstalling an app on Android delete it? Yes, on Android devices “uninstall” is the same thing as “delete". When you remove an app you purchased, you can still reinstall it without having to pay again. However, deleting apps on Android won't always delete all of the app's files and associated data.
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Does deleting an app delete everything?

Is it really deleted? Just because you deleted an app, doesn't mean that it is 100% gone. There are still data and files stored on your device using up valuable memory space on your android device.
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Does uninstalling an app remove all files?

With Android, uninstalling an app does remove the majority of its remnants, but it might not entirely delete all of its settings and data from your device. Depending on the program in question and how it was installed on your device, different amounts of leftover data may be left behind once an app is uninstalled.
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Where are my games on EA app?

Go to the EA Account Settings portal. Click on the EA Play tab.
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Did you buy a full game or an expansion pack?
  • Launch the EA app and log in to your account.
  • Click on My Collection.
  • Hover over the game you bought the expansion pack or DLC for, and click the three dots that appear in the top corner.
  • Click Manage add-ons.
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How do I delete EA game data?

To do so, go to the EA delete account help page. Click on “Contact Us” at the top. Go to “Data Privacy” and then “Delete my data”.
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Can you refund games on EA app?

What's refundable? You may return eligible EA full game downloads (PC or Mac) and participating third-party titles purchased on the EA app or Origin for a full refund. You can make a refund request: Within 24 hours after you first launch the game.
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How do I stop EA apps from running in the background?

Stop an app from running in the background
  1. Select Start , then select Settings > Apps > Apps & features.
  2. Scroll to the desired app, select More options on the right edge of the window, then select Advanced options.
  3. In the Background apps permissions section, under Let this app run in the background, select Never.
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Why do EA games require Origin?

It's used for account management and ownership verification. If your concern is playing your games offline, you can choose to Go Offline within the Origin menu.
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Should I delete Origin if I have EA Desktop?

If the games you play are fully supported through EA Desktop, then no need to use Origin as well.
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Why did I lose all my games in Origin?

If your purchase processed but you still don't see your game

Click on the Origin menu in the Origin client and select Reload Page. If this does not work, log out of Origin and log back in again. This will refresh your Game Library in the Origin client. You can also try uninstalling and reinstalling Origin.
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How do I recover my Origin games?

Origin will then find all the files it needs to redownload and install the game for you.
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Locating one of your games
  1. Find the game you need to locate in your Game Library.
  2. Right-click the game tile and select Locate game.
  3. Find the folder where the game is located, then click Select Folder.
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How much is EA Play monthly?

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.
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Can I unlink my Xbox account from EA?

Go to the EA Account settings portal. Click on Connections. Find the account you want to unlink, and click the Unlink button next to it.
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Can I delete EA app after downloading Sims?

If you uninstall the EA app (formerly EA Desktop) from your computer, you won't be able to play any games or use any extra content you have downloaded until you reinstall it. This also means that you risk removing files that let us know if your games have the latest patch content and more.
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Why is there no Sims 5?

There is no concrete Sims 5 release date right now, with players being let into the Project Rene secret "earlier than ever before" because Maxis "want you to be a part of the development journey." It has been confirmed that a Sims 5 release date is "years out" though, so we're going to have to be patient.
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