It’s been two years since the announcement that it worked for its Origin PC client, and it’s now starting to roll out the new app to Windows users. The publisher that the EA app, which has just entered the open beta phase, is the fastest and lightest PC client to date.
EA promises a streamlined design and suggests that navigation will be easier. It looks like the app also has enhanced social features, as you can connect your EA account to platforms like Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation – which can be useful for games with cross-play support, such as and . You have a custom EA ID that makes it easy for your friends to recognize you.
The publisher says it will soon invite Origin users to switch to the new app. As you might imagine, all your stuff is there, including your games, saved data, and friends list. It’s worth noting that the new client will only be available on Windows PC for now. If you are a macOS user, you will: to use the Origin for Mac app in the near future. However, EA noted that it will have more to say on that front in the coming months.
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