What Is the EA App and How Do You Install It? Do You Need It for EA Games on Steam?
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For years PC players launched EA games through Origin, and that has changed. The EA app now handles that job, which can confuse anyone who just wants to start a game. What is the EA app, and how do you set it up? Do you need it for EA games you bought on Steam or Epic?
What Is the EA App, and Did It Replace Origin?
The EA app is Electronic Arts’ platform for playing its games on PC and Mac. It uses a streamlined layout meant to get you into a game with fewer clicks, and it has replaced Origin. All you need to sign in is your EA Account ID and password.
Inside the app you can see what friends are playing, browse new EA releases, and add them to your collection. You can also link your EA Account with other gaming platforms to import friends lists and play together. EA games bought on Steam or Epic still require the EA app, and launching one will guide you through installing it.
How Do You Install the EA App?
Follow the steps below to install the EA app on your computer.
- Open the EA app page on EA’s official website.
- Press the download button for Windows or macOS.
- Run the installer you downloaded and finish the setup.
- Open the app and sign in with your EA Account ID and password.
- Create a new EA Account from the sign-in screen if you do not have one.
- Pick a game from your library and download it.
The app runs on 64-bit versions of Windows 10 and 11. On a Mac you need macOS Catalina or newer. Turning on two-factor authentication for your EA Account is a good way to secure it.
How Do You Link Your EA Account to Other Platforms?
You can link your EA Account with your favorite gaming platforms through the EA app. Linking makes it easier to import friends lists and play together. Linked accounts are managed from the connected accounts section of your EA Account settings. Double check which platform account you are connecting before you confirm the link.
What Does EA Play Include?
EA Play is a monthly or yearly membership from EA. As long as you are a member, you can play any game in its library as much as you want. Members also get up to 10 hours of selected new games before launch, 10 percent off EA digital purchases, and member-only in-game rewards. One membership applies to a single platform.
EA Play Pro goes further with unlimited access to the best editions of the latest games and the chance to play select new releases days before launch. Prices vary by country, so check the current price for your region before you pay. According to the official page, you can pay by credit card, debit card, or PayPal, and the membership renews automatically.
The EA app is now the one place to launch EA games on PC, and it has fully taken over from Origin. Installing it once solves many headaches, since even EA games from Steam or Epic need it. EA Play adds a membership option for people who play EA games often. If the switch caused you any trouble, tell us about it in the comments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the EA app the same as Origin?
The EA app is the replacement for Origin. Your EA Account ID and password are enough to sign in. The name and layout changed, but the goal of launching EA games on PC stayed the same.
Is the EA app free?
Downloading the EA app and creating an EA Account cost nothing. Games are sold at their own prices, and memberships like EA Play are paid separately. Free-to-play EA games can also be downloaded through the app.
Does the EA app work on Mac?
Yes, the EA app works on macOS Catalina and newer. On Windows it requires a 64-bit version of Windows 10 or 11. Current system requirements are listed on EA’s official page.
