Origin Is Being Discontinued . Origin is a 32-bit game launcher for Windows released by EA in 2011. The 32-bit architecture was understandable for the time as the relevant version

EA's Origin PC client has officially reached the end of the line. The gaming company had previously announced its plans to rebrand the Origin app for desktop players back in 2020 and began rolling out the new EA app in 2022.

For a long time, EA games could only be purchased, downloaded, and played digitally via EA Origin (at least on PCs). Eventually, some titles became available on Steam. Now, EA is altogether discontinuing Origin, which will be effective April 17, 2025.

EA will be discontinuing the Origin app on April 17 due to Microsoft ending support for 32-bit software. If you haven’t done so already, it’s time to start thinking about making the switch to the EA app.

The good news is, your account and games will transfer over to the EA app that replaces Origin. However, there are some potential caveats.

EA is officially shutting down the old and creaky Origin PC app because it runs on such old code Windows no longer supports it.

Despite this, EA persisted, but has now finally decided to outright replace Origin with the equally clunky EA app. This comes along with several caveats. Own Titanfall on Origin but can’t access your account?

EA is closing Origin on April 17, 2025, switching to the EA App due to Microsoft's 32-bit abandonment. Games and accounts will transfer to the EA App seamlessly, including saved data and cloud storage.