Moved to the EA app from Origin on Mac? You can use the same account to log in to the EA app that you used to log in to Origin. Since all purchases are linked to your account, you can download any games you bought on Origin through the EA app.
When you move to the EA app from Origin on a Mac device, you'll still only be able to buy and download games that are compatible with Mac.
Here's more info on what happens to your account and games after you move from Origin to the EA app.
On April 17 2025, Origin will shut down, as Apple has stopped supporting 32-bit software.
If you use Origin, you’ll need to upgrade to the EA app, which requires macOS Catalina 10.15.5 or later.
If you need help, learn how to:
If you’re using Origin on PC, learn how to update your PC.
Yes, your account and games will transfer to the EA app. Log in to the EA app with the same account you use for Origin. When you log in, any games you had on Origin will be ready to play.
Any game that lists in-game hours in Origin will list the same hours in the EA app. Saved data on your Mac will also transfer.
We can’t promise that mods will transfer to the EA app. Check with mod creators to see if your content can be transferred.
If you think something’s missing in the EA app, contact us.
If you’re updating your current device to a compatible operating system, you won’t need to redownload your games.
If your current device can’t be updated to meet the minimum requirements, you’ll need to switch to a newer device and redownload your desired games. Anything that isn’t saved in the cloud must be manually transferred.
Before you update your macOS to use the EA app, there are a few things you should do first.
Before updating, find out which macOS your Mac is currently running.
The EA app is available for all players using macOS Catalina or later. If your Mac device is running a macOS that’s older than Catalina, you’ll need to upgrade it to use the EA app.
Keep in mind that your device’s ability to update to a newer macOS will depend on the model of Mac you own. Before trying to update to the minimum macOS needed for the EA app, check if your Mac device is compatible with the required macOS.
For more details on which Mac devices can use the latest macOS upgrades, check out this Apple Support article.
If you need to update your macOS to use the EA app, consider making a backup first. Backing up your Mac device before installing a major update allows you to restore your data and settings if anything goes wrong.
Make sure you have enough space to download and install the required macOS update. Follow these steps to find out how much storage space is available on your Mac device.
To update your macOS on a compatible Mac device, use Software Update, or install it manually.
Visit Apple Support to learn more about the latest version of macOS, and how to upgrade.
Want to play your favorite EA games on PC instead of Mac? Download the EA app for Windows, and learn how to update your operating system for the EA app.
