About Origin

Origin brings an entire universe of gaming into a single, convenient application. Downloads are streamlined for quick and easy installation, and you can securely purchase and play your favorite games any time and any place you want. You can even chat with your friends right from the Origin application while you play. New features recently added to Origin include live streaming demos, free-to-play games, and a beta cloud storage feature. This feature allows you to save your progress online, then pick up where you left off from any Origin-enabled PC. For gamers on the go, Origin services are also available on your mobile device!

Origin is now expanding to offer top PC game titles from some of the world’s best video game publishers, giving you even more access to the latest and greatest in gaming content. 

Benefits Of Origin

Live Streaming Demos and Free-To-Play Games - Did you know that you can play web games, including streaming demos of some of our latest titles, completely free on Origin? Whether you’re looking to demo Dead Space 2 or just want to kill some time playing online games like Plants vs. Zombies or Bejeweled, Origin’s got you covered.

Cloud Storage - Still in beta, our new Cloud Storage feature means you’ll pick up from exactly where you left off, no matter where you’re playing. Have to turn off your game right as you’re about to beat the boss level? Well don’t worry – now your game data will live in the Cloud. When you start up again, you’ll be right back at the same spot, ready to secure your victory.

Consolidate Your Library - Origin now offers you the ability to add virtually any EA game you’ve ever purchased digitally to your Origin library, regardless of where you originally bought the game. Just enter the product code and a new copy will be added to your Origin library.

Origin Goes Where You Go - Designed to go where you go, Origin lets you connect and play with friends on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Android smartphone. In addition to the world’s leading portfolio of mobile games, Origin also offers mobile gamers the ability to find and connect with friends so that you can play in real-time – no matter where you are.

The Benefits Of Digital Downloading

Downloading your games is easy, safe, and offers a range of benefits:

No More Discs - If you’ve ever lost or scratched a disc for your favorite game, you’ll appreciate the library feature in Origin. All of your games are there for you to play at any time and in any place. Just pull up the Origin application and you’ll be able to access every game you’ve purchased from Origin in one convenient library.

Play On Any PC - Whether you’re upgrading to a new machine or just spending a week at grandma’s house, all of your games will be instantly available as soon as you install Origin.

Shopping Made Easy - With Origin, you’ll never have to wait in line or pay an extra shipping charge, and you’ll get instant gratification when purchasing new games.

Pre-Load New Games - We let you download new games days before they’re released so that you can start playing immediately on launch day.

Auto-Patching - Game patches now download and install automatically, providing you with the best possible experience every time you play.