How do I install EA Play games on my PC?

Why can't I install EA games on my PC?

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.

Can I play EA access games on PC?

If you have Xbox Game Pass for PC, you get access to EA Play for PC on Windows 10 via the EA Desktop app.

How do I add my EA Play to Steam?

How does EA Play work on Steam?

As an EA Play member, you'll score an automatic 10% discount on EA digital purchases from Steam, including new releases and pre-orders. Ditto for expansions, game packs, points, you name it. Please note: while EA Play is available on multiple platforms your discount only applies to the platform you joined on.

Install EA App in Windows On PC

Does EA Play let you download games for free?

EA Play on Xbox One / Xbox Series X / Xbox Series S

EA Play games on both Xbox and Windows can be downloaded at no extra cost as part of Ultimate - ideal for owners of both systems.

Why can't I play my EA Games?

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. If you think you were suspended or banned by mistake, let us know.

Can you install EA games without Origin?

No, unfortunately you indeed still need Origin to be installed/running in the background for Steam EA games to work.

Does EA have a game launcher?

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

Should I uninstall Origin if I have EA Play?

If you've installed Origin on your Mac to play EA games and now no longer need it, you should uninstall it to free up space. Not only will you create room on your boot drive for other applications, but you will remove the risk of Origin files that haven't been updated conflicting with other software you install later.

How to play EA games on PC without Origin?

Do EA games on Steam need Origin?

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.

Why is EA Play not showing in game pass PC?

If you're an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass member, you'll need to link your Xbox and EA accounts and make sure that you have installed the EA app, now in beta, to enjoy EA Play titles on PC. The Xbox app for Windows will walk you through the setup process if you don't already have both.

Why I Cannot install EA app?

Having problems installing? Double-check that your computer meets the requirements. If you're on PC, make sure you're running the EA app as an administrator. Then add EADesktop.exe, EALauncher.exe, and EABackgroundService.exe to your anti-virus and firewall allow lists.

How do I enable EA?

Go to your EA Account Security settings. Under Login Verification, click Turn On. We'll send you a code via the method you choose right away. Use that code to activate Login Verification, and you'll be all set.

Do I keep games with EA Play?

If you cancel you will keep your game progress, but won't be able to play EA Play games unless you purchase them or resubscribe. After you cancel your subscription, you will keep your benefits until the end of the current subscription period.

Is EA Play games permanent?

Members have unlimited access to the full versions of a selection of games published by EA, dubbed "the Vault", for as long as their membership is active. If membership is suspended, the games can no longer be played, but all progress and game saves are retained.

What games are free with EA Play subscription?

Can you transfer EA games to Steam?

Origin games you've purchased on the native client platform can't be ported over to Steam directly. The easiest way to get full functionality out of an Origin game on Steam is to purchase it through the Steam store.

Is EA app better than Steam?

Actually I'd say getting it on Origin/EA App is better. The Steam version requires Origin anyway, furthermore the EA App is incompatible to Sims on Steam and using the Steam version of any EA game will prevent you from using the EA app if you care for that (EA App replaces Origin while Steam requires Origin).

How to download a game from Steam?

Is EA getting rid of Origin?

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.