Is Origin becoming EA Play?

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.

Is EA Play replacing Origin?

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

Is Origin part of EA Play?

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.

Why is EA getting rid of Origin?

Despite accumulating over 50 million registered users, the service was heavily criticized and maligned by the PC community due to security flaws and suspicions of spying on players. In late 2020, EA announced that it would retire Origin in favor of a new client simply called the EA app.

Will I lose my Origin games?

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.

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

Can I use my Origin account on EA?

On EA Help

Choose the option to sign in using your platform credentials. Fill in the login details from your platform in the pop-up. If your EA Account and the account you're linking use the same email address, you will be prompted to verify your login.

Do I need both Origin and EA Play?

Re: Do I need Origin and EA Desktop at the same time? The real answer is Yes, if an older games need origin, the EA beta app won't work, but will try and uninstall origin. Because EA is in beta mode, will they eventually be able to replace the origin app, who knows?!?

What happened to all my Origin games?

Click on EA Account and Billing, then Order History. Check the order status there. If it's still processing, you'll get your game when it's completed. If your order is not showing, then you may have bought the game on another account.

Is EA Play being discontinued?

Unfortunately, it's now confirmed that EA Play will not be returning this year. IGN revealed that EA will not host an EA Play event in 2022, and the publisher will seemingly focus on sharing information separately for each game.

What is EA Play called now?

EA Access and Origin Access just got a new name and even more great benefits. Start getting more from the games you love. We've got some big news, starting today EA's two game membership services – EA Access and Origin Access – are now EA Play*, and Origin Access Premier is EA Play Pro.

What has replaced EA Play?

Electronic Arts have formally launched their new store client doodad after a long open beta, replacing the much-maligned Origin with something they refer to as "the EA app" (its actual name is only "EA"). They say it's faster and better.

Why is Origin going away?

EA is saying goodbye to its Origin PC launcher in favor of a new "faster, more reliable, and more streamlined" platform called EA App. As announced by EA on October 6, its long-running PC platform Origin will soon be a thing of the past.

Is EA Play on Steam the same as 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. If you joined on Steam, your Play List, member discount, and all other benefits will only be available here.

What happened to free games on Origin?

The lack of free-to-play games on Origin is likely because that category is well covered on other digital platforms, and because EA also offers its premium EA Play (previously Origin Access Basic) and EA Play Pro (previously Origin Access Premier) subscription services.

Do you get all of Sims 4 with EA Play?

The EA Play edition includes The Sims 4 Get to Work Expansion Pack, while the EA Play Pro Edition includes both The Sims 4 Get to Work Expansion Pack and The Sims 4 Toddler Stuff Pack. The Sims 4 Digital Deluxe Edition now costs $10 on Steam and offers various expansion and game pack bundles as well as the base game.

How do I merge Origin and EA?

How much is EA Play for a year?

How much does EA Play cost? 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.

Can I link my Origin and Steam EA Play?

Sign in to Steam. Click Play to launch an EA game from Steam. Install the EA app if you haven't already. The EA app will launch and ask you to link your Steam account and your EA Account.

Is it better to buy a game on Steam or Origin?

Why do gamers prefer Steam to Origin? The reason is very simple: Steam offers better services. Steam has most games from third-party publishers, and it also boasts of the biggest library of games.

Is Sims 4 still using Origin?

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.

Can I play Sims 4 without Origin?

No. The Sims 4 is Origin-only for PC and Mac.

Where are my Origin games in EA App?

Is Sims part of EA Play?

Go pro to get the latest games first. Upgrade to EA Play Pro and play The Sims 4 EA Play Pro Edition, which includes the Get to Work Expansion Pack and the Toddler Stuff Pack, for as long as you're a member. EA Play Join Now Don't just get the game.

What games did EA cancel?

EA cancels mobile Apex Legends and Battlefield games, shutters Industrial Toys studio | VentureBeat.

Is Apex Mobile cancelled?

Driving the news: EA said on Tuesday that Apex Legends Mobile, launched in May 2022, will go offline May 1, 2023, despite abundant signs of the multiplayer shooting game's apparent success -- and EA's zeal to expand all of its top series onto phones.