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Some Games Bought on Origin Still Not Work; EA App Ails

Adrian Werner, 19 June 2023, 14:16

Gamers using the EA App are reporting big problems. Many games and DLCs previously purchased on Origin are supposedly not appearing in the app.

Origin Replaced by EA App

Damian Mista, 07 October 2022, 22:36

EA is saying goodbye to Origin, which has been replaced by the EA app. The new client offers a refreshed look, improved optimization and compatibility with other platforms.

EA Removes Game Keys From Official Stores

Jacob Blazewicz, 11 March 2022, 19:10

Electronic Arts game keys have started disappearing from digital stores like Humble and GMG for no apparent reason.

EA Desktop Beta Registration Goes Live

Milosz Szubert, 16 September 2020, 19:09

The beta tests of EA Desktop, the application aimed at becoming the successor of Origin, have started. Currently, all owners of EA accounts can take part in them.

EA Announces the End of Origin

Arkadiusz Strzala, 15 September 2020, 13:02

Electronic Arts is changing the name of its platform, which was a competition for Steam. It will no longer be called Origin, instead the app will simply be named EA.

Leak: Apex Legends Soon on Steam

Mateusz Popielak, 22 May 2020, 17:13

Information found in the game files suggests imminent launch of Apex Legends on Steam. The creators of the game have also included a nod to Portal players.

FIFA 20 - Rock, Paper, Scissors Decides on Winner of E-sports Match

Paul Wozniak, 02 March 2020, 23:22

During FUT 20 Champions Cup qualifications two players decided to settle the match by playing „rock, paper, scissors” due to problems with the servers. In recent days, connection errors have also been reported by the players of other Electronic Arts titles.

Don't worry - Your Origin Account Hasn't Been Hacked

Laty, 22 November 2019, 11:16

Without prior notice, EA gave Origin users a free month to Origin Access Basic subscribers. Surprisingly, instead of being happy, most players thought it was a hack and panic broke out on the forums.

Apex Legends on Steam Will Not Require Origin

Christian Pieniazek, 30 October 2019, 14:03

Yesterday we learned that EA games that will hit Steam will need Origin to run in the background. As it turns out, this requirement will apply only to selected titles, and the list will not include, for example, Apex Legends.

EA Games Returning to Steam is Almost Certain

Adrian Werner, 27 October 2019, 20:13

Electronic Arts' Twitter entry suggested that the publisher's games will soon be available on Steam. This confirms the reports from a few days ago.

EA Games May Return to Steam

Christian Pieniazek, 22 October 2019, 21:40

There are new signs that after a few years of separation, games from Electronic Arts may return to Steam. On the other hand, there is a chance that preparations are underway to reveal something larger... or we're looking at nothing more than insignificant errors.

Tool Enables You to Easily Import EGS Games to Steam

Bart Swiatek, 06 September 2019, 14:45

One of Steam's users created a useful tool that needs only one click to import games from most other launchers to Valve's client. This enables us to take advantage of many useful features such as Steam Overlay, home streaming and Big Picture mode. And we've got everything in one place.

The Sims 4 Available for Free on Origin

Adam Kusiak, 21 May 2019, 22:03

Electronic Arts decided to give the players a surprise. From today until May 28, The Sims 4 will be available for free on Origin.

Action games' sale on Origin (Titanfall 2, Battlefront II, Battlefields, and more)

Frozen, 23 January 2019, 15:57

A new discount offer launches on Origin, featuring a wide range of action games from EA, including e.g. Titanfall 2.

Origin Holiday Sale is here!

Adrian Werner, 22 December 2018, 13:33

New holiday sale has started on Origin platform, where you can get various titles from Battlefield and Dragon Age series at lower prices.

EA giving away Medal of Honor: Pacific Assault

luckie, 19 June 2017, 13:47

Looking forward to playing a proper WWII shooter? Why not look back, and get a free copy of good, old Medal of Honor: Pacific Assault? Now you can, thanks to EA's giveaway on Origin.

The original Dungeon Keeper free on Origin

luckie, 07 October 2016, 14:30

Electronic Arts is offering the cult classic Dungeon Keeper for free on Origin. You'd do best to get the game right away, since the special offer is time-limited.

The Final Station to hit PC and consoles on August 30

luckie, 28 July 2016, 14:16

Zombie apocalypse sounds easy when you have a train at your disposal. On August 30, 2016, The Final Station is going to prove that this isn't always the case.

Nox offered for free on Origin

luckie, 01 June 2016, 15:06

Nox is currently offered for free in Origin's On the House. Check out the classic action-RPG free of charge.

Origin Access - subscription service by EA - launches on PC

luckie, 13 January 2016, 15:38

Electronic Arts introduced Origin Access subscription for PC, which is a local counterpart of Xbox One’s EA Aceess. For 5 dollars a month you can play some of the most popular games available on Origin.