EA starts rolling out a new PC app to replace Origin
It's been two years since EA announced it was working on a replacement for its Origin PC client, and it's now starting to roll out the new app to Windows users. The publisher claims that the EA application, which has just completed its open beta phase, is its fastest and lightest PC client to date.
EA promises a streamlined design and suggests it will be easier to navigate. It looks like the app has also improved social features, as you'll be able to connect your EA account to platforms like Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation, which might come in handy for games that support cross-play, such as Apex Legends and FIFA 23. You will have a personalized EA ID which should make it easy for your friends to recognize you.
The publisher says it will soon invite Origin users to upgrade to the new app. As you can imagine, all of your stuff will be there, including your games, save data, and friends list. It should be noted that the new client will only be available on Windows PC for the time being. If you're a macOS user, you'll continue to use the Origin app for Mac for the foreseeable future. However, EA noted that it will have more to share on this front in the coming months.
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It's been two years since EA announced it was working on a replacement for its Origin PC client, and it's now starting to roll out the new app to Windows users. The publisher claims that the EA application, which has just completed its open beta phase, is its fastest and lightest PC client to date.
EA promises a streamlined design and suggests it will be easier to navigate. It looks like the app has also improved social features, as you'll be able to connect your EA account to platforms like Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation, which might come in handy for games that support cross-play, such as Apex Legends and FIFA 23. You will have a personalized EA ID which should make it easy for your friends to recognize you.
The publisher says it will soon invite Origin users to upgrade to the new app. As you can imagine, all of your stuff will be there, including your games, save data, and friends list. It should be noted that the new client will only be available on Windows PC for the time being. If you're a macOS user, you'll continue to use the Origin app for Mac for the foreseeable future. However, EA noted that it will have more to share on this front in the coming months.
All products recommended by Engadget are selected by our editorial team, independent of our parent company. Some of our stories include affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. All prices correct at time of publication.
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