Do I keep my Origin games?
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Yes, you keep your Origin games forever, and you only have to pay once for a game, with Origin guaranteeing download availability forever after purchase, and there is no limit to the number of times a game can be downloaded. Once you make a purchase of a game from Origin, it is added to your account and you can access it at any time, as long as you have the Origin client installed on your computer.
Understanding Origin and Game Ownership
Origin is EA’s equivalent of Steam, and it allows you to purchase and download games, as well as access other features such as online multiplayer and cloud saves. When you purchase a game on Origin, it is immediately attached to your EA account, and you can download it at any time using the Origin client.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my Origin games transfer to a new computer?
Yes, you can transfer your Origin games to a new computer by simply installing the Origin client on the new computer and signing in to your EA account. You will then be able to download and play all of your purchased games on the new computer.
Are my Origin games lost?
If you are missing a game that you have purchased on Origin, try checking to make sure you are signed in to the correct EA account. If you have multiple accounts, try signing in to each one to see if the game is associated with a different account.
Will all my Origin games transfer to EA?
Yes, any games you have downloaded through Origin will be available to play through the EA Desktop app, which is replacing Origin as EA’s new PC platform.
Will my Sims transfer from Origin to EA?
Yes, your Sims 4 games and saves will transfer automatically to the EA App, and you will not need to take any action to transfer them.
Will I lose my games if I uninstall Origin?
No, uninstalling Origin will not delete your games or saves, but you will not be able to play them until you reinstall the Origin client.
Will I lose my games if I delete Origin?
No, deleting Origin will not remove your local save game files or online saves, and you will be able to reinstall the Origin client and access your games again at any time.
Can I reinstall Origin without losing my games?
Yes, reinstalling Origin will not affect your installed games, and you will still be able to play them after reinstalling the Origin client.
Can you transfer games from Origin accounts?
No, you cannot transfer games from one Origin account to another, but you can contact EA support to merge your accounts if you have multiple accounts with games associated with each one.
Does EA Play transfer from Origin to Steam?
No, EA Play memberships are tied to the platform you joined on, so if you joined on Origin, your membership will only be available on Origin, and not on Steam.
Can I install Origin and play games on more than one computer?
Yes, you can install Origin on multiple computers and play your games on each one, as long as you are signed in to the same EA account on each computer.
Why did my games disappear on Origin?
If your games are not showing up in your Origin library, try checking to make sure you are signed in to the correct EA account, and that the games have been activated and are available to download.
Can you move games from Origin to Steam?
No, it is not currently possible to move games from Origin to Steam, but you can purchase and download games on Steam separately from your Origin library.
Can you still use Origin for Sims 4?
Yes, you can still use Origin to play Sims 4, and you will need to have the Origin client installed on your computer to play the game.
Will I lose my Sims if I uninstall?
No, uninstalling Sims 4 will not delete your game saves or custom content, but it’s a good idea to back up your Sims 4 folder before uninstalling to ensure that your files are safe.
Is it better to download games from Origin or Steam?
The choice between downloading games from Origin or Steam depends on your personal preference, but Steam is often considered easier to use and more convenient, with features like cloud saves and online multiplayer.
What happens to my games if I uninstall EA?
Uninstalling the EA app will not delete your games or saves, but you will not be able to play them until you reinstall the EA app.
What happens if I delete my Origin account?
If you delete your Origin account, you will lose access to all of your games and saves, and you will not be able to recover them, so be sure to consider this carefully before deleting your account.