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Why can't I download from Origin?

Try re-installing Origin:
Open the Control Panel (find it by searching “Control Panel” in the Start menu). Click on Uninstall a program under Programs. Click on Origin
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.
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and uninstall. Reinstall Origin, then try installing your game again.
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Why is Sims 4 failing to download Origin?

To fix this you must be logged into User1: Move the Sims 4 app from User1's Applications folder to the System Applications folder. Open Origin > Installs & Saves > Game Library Location and change the install game location to /Applications. Quit Origin and run the Origin reset tool.
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Why can't i download anything on EA?

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.
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How do I fix my Origin download?

Try these fixes:
  1. Check your network.
  2. Update your network adapter driver.
  3. Run Origin as an administrator.
  4. Perform a clean boot.
  5. Start Origin in R&D mode.
  6. Clean the Origin cache file.
  7. Reinstall Origin.
  8. If your problem persists…
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Why won't Origin let me download Apex Legends?

Apex Legends not downloading may be caused by corrupted game files. You can repair the game files in Origin. In the Origin client, cancel the update. Click the Origin menu and choose Application Settings.
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I switched from Origin to the EA App so you don't have to (update: i switched back to origin)

How to install Apex without Origin?

Steam
  1. Open the Steam client.
  2. Search for Apex Legends.
  3. Click Play Game.
  4. Click Install.
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How do I install Apex from Origin to Steam?

Follow those simple steps to achieve this!
  1. Ensure your game is up to date on Origin.
  2. Locate your Origin game installation folder. Once you've found it, rename the Apex folder into Apex Legends .
  3. Locate your Steam installation folder. ...
  4. Launch Steam and download the game from there. ...
  5. You're good to go!
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Why won't Origin let me download my game?

Here's a list of the most common reasons Origin won't download games: Dynamic IP glitch. A Dynamic IP change may affect the download speed. Many users have found that pausing and resuming the download fixes the problem temporarily.
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Can Origin run on Windows 11?

These system requirements apply to the most recent release of Origin and OriginPro. Hard Disk Space: 2.0 GB of free hard disk space for program installation + Help files (does not include data storage). Browser: It requires Internet Explorer 11 on Windows 7, or Microsoft Edge on Windows 11.
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How do I manually install Origin?

On PC:
  1. Find your Origin installation folder. By default, this is at C:\Program Files (x86)\Origin.
  2. Right-click the Origin folder and click Delete, then Yes.
  3. Redownload the Origin installer for PC.
  4. Open the installer and follow the instructions.
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Is Origin going away?

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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Why is my EA Origin not working?

Most likely clearing the Origin's caches will fix it, if not, then most likely uninstalling and reinstalling Origin afterwards will get your Origin working again. To clear out your Origin's caches, follow the guidance below : Completely log out and close down Origin.
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Why can't i play any 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.
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Is Sims 4 free to download on Origin?

Already have the EA app for Windows or Origin for Mac? Open your launcher and download for free! The Sims 4 is not available on mobile devices.
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Why is my Sims 4 not in my Origin library?

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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Is the EA app replacing Origin?

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.
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Is downloading Windows 11 legal?

There are plenty of ways to download a Windows 11 ISO, and all of them are completely legal.
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Can you run Steam and Origin?

Cross-play games are available for Steam and Origin, and you can play with both Steam and Origin friends at the same time!
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How much is The Sims 4 on Origin?

The iconic life simulator is now free to play for everyone! Last month, EA announced that The Sims 4 would be free starting on October 18, and here it is. You can download the base game at no additional cost on a PC via Steam and Origin.
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Should I play Apex on Steam or Origin?

The Steam integration is a godsend to a lot of players, and it's a lot smoother than the old integration with Origin importing players' Steam friends lists across, too. Respawn/EA If you like having all your games under the one launcher, Apex moving to Steam is a big plus.
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Is Steam Apex linked to Origin?

If you're playing Apex on PC, you're likely to be playing it on either Electronic Arts' Origin or Steam. If you have an account on both, EA and Respawn have enabled players to link your Origin account to Steam and transfer over your cosmetics.
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Is it better to download Apex on Origin or Steam?

Do I still need Origin even I download it here? Same servers, full crossplay/crossprogress between Steam and Origin. And because of the way apex work if origin servers go down you won't be able to play it on steam as well. So just pick the platform you prefer.
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Is Origin needed to play Apex?

According to Respawn, you do NOT need Origin to run Apex on Steam. The Origin client is not required if you get the game though Steam.
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