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What is EA Play*?

EA Play is the ultimate game membership for fans of EA games. With EA Play, you’ll get unlimited access to a collection of beloved Electronic Arts titles, trials of select new-releases, monthly member rewards, and more—all for just $5.99 a month or $39.99 a year.

Here is what’s included:

Unlimited access to an unrivaled collection of EA’s fan-favorite franchises and top titles. Try select new-release titles for up to 10 hours with no commitments. New rewards every month in the hottest EA titles including cosmetic items, points packs, and more. A 10% discount on purchases of EA digital content, including full games, points packs, and DLC.

How do I join EA Play?

Simple—all you need to do is sign up. Just follow the on-screen instructions, and you’ll be diving into games in no time. You can also join directly from the store on your preferred platform.

What games do I get with EA Play?

Members get unlimited access to The Play List, a collection of top EA titles including franchises like Battlefield™, EA SPORTS FC™, F1®, Madden NFL, The Sims™, STAR WARS™, and many more. They can also play trials of select-new release EA games for up to 10 hours. Please note, title availability varies by platform.

What's The Play List?

The Play List is our collection of incredible games, featuring new hits, fan-favorites, and so much more— all included in your membership. All full versions for you to play as much as you want, with more titles added continually. See all games on The Play List here.

Why do games on The Play List vary from country to country?

Short answer: different countries have different rules about what games can be sold or made available. As a result, the games you see in The Play List may vary slightly by location.

Do I get to keep playing the games after the trial period?

Once your trial is complete, you’ll need to purchase the game if you’d like to continue playing.

If I play an EA Play game trial will my progress carry over?

Yes, after your limited trial of the latest EA games ends, your progress will carry over. Then, you can continue where you left off if you decide to purchase the game.

What can I use my member discount on?

As an EA Play member, you'll automatically score a 10% discount on EA digital purchases from the platform you have EA Play access to, including new releases, pre-orders, expansions, game packs, points—you name it. Please note: while EA Play is available on multiple platforms, your discount applies only to the platform you joined on. For example, if you joined on the Epic Games Store, your EA digital purchases would receive a 10% discount there. Similarly, if you joined on Xbox, your EA digital purchases on Xbox would receive the discount.

What platforms is EA Play available on?

EA Play is available on Xbox, PlayStation®, PC via the Epic Games Store, the EA app, and Steam, and Mac through the EA app. Please note, while EA Play is available on multiple platforms, your membership is tied to the platform you joined on. For example, if you joined on PlayStation®, your Play List, member discount, and all other benefits will only be available there.

Can I play EA Play games on Mac?

You sure can. EA Play is now available on Mac through the EA app.

What payment methods can I use to purchase an EA Play membership?

Depending on your location, you can use a credit card, PayPal, or platform wallet (see platform tabs for additional payment methods). Please note that not all payment methods are available in every region.

How much is EA Play?

An EA Play membership costs just $5.99 a month, or you can save even more by signing up for a full year at $39.99. And with your 10% discount, the membership practically pays for itself if you buy even one game!

What if I want to cancel EA Play before my membership ends?

If you cancel your membership before your next monthly or annual billing date, you won’t be charged for the following month or year. You’ll still have access to play games, use your discount, and try available trials until your membership expires.

How do I cancel my EA Play membership?

Canceling your EA Play membership is simple and hassle-free. Select the tab of the platform you signed up to EA Play with and follow the instructions.

How do I join EA Play?

Simple—all you need to do is sign up. Just follow the on-screen instructions, and you’ll be diving into games in no time.

What games do I get with EA Play on Xbox?

You get unlimited access to top EA titles from franchises like Battlefield™, EA SPORTS FC™, F1®, Madden NFL, The Sims™, STAR WARS™, and many more. Check out the full list of games available on Xbox. 
Members can also play trials of select-new release EA games for up to 10 hours.

Where do I go to download games and trials?

To download a game or trial, search for the one you want to play in the Xbox Store from your console or Xbox App on Windows PC and download it directly from there.

You can also explore full games included with your membership by navigating to My Games & Apps > Full Library > EA Play.

What can I use my 10% member discount on?

Save on purchases of EA digital content on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, including full games, Season Passes, and DLC.

What payment methods can I use to purchase an EA Play membership?

Depending on your location, you can use a credit card, PayPal, or your Playstation Wallet. Please note that not all payment methods are available in every region.

Is EA Play included with Xbox Game Pass?

EA Play membership is included at no additional cost for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Xbox Game Pass for PC subscribers. However, Xbox Game Pass Core and Standard for Console does not include EA Play.

What version of EA Play do Xbox Game Pass subscribers receive?

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers get EA Play on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows 10 via the EA Desktop app. Xbox Game Pass for PC subscribers also receive EA Play on PC through the EA app.

EA Play Pro is only available through EA’s PC platforms, and is sold separately.

Is EA Play automatically available to Game Pass subscribers?

Game Pass Ultimate subscribers automatically get EA Play on Xbox and can download and play EA Play games directly through the Xbox Game Pass experience. Xbox Game Pass for PC and Game Pass Ultimate subscribers gain access to EA Play on PC through the EA app.

How do I access EA Play with my Game Pass membership?

With Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass for PC, you automatically gain full access to all EA Play member benefits and Play List titles.

Both Game Pass Ultimate and Xbox Game Pass for PC subscribers can access EA Play for PC on Windows 10 through the EA app.

What happens if I have Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass for PC, but I only want EA Play?

You can cancel your Xbox Game Pass subscription at any time and then sign up for EA Play. To cancel, sign in to your account at https://account.microsoft.com/services. Under Xbox Game Pass, select "Payment & billing", then “Cancel”. You’ll have an option to end your subscription on its expiration date.

If I have EA Play but want to join Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, do I have to first cancel my EA Play subscription?

No. EA Play members who join Xbox Game Pass Ultimate will have their EA Play subscription on Xbox automatically canceled. Any remaining time will be rounded up and converted into additional time on your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription.

Can Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members still redeem EA Play codes on Xbox?

Yes, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can redeem EA Play membership codes, which will automatically convert into additional time on their Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription.

How do I join EA Play?

Simple - all you gotta do is sign up. Just follow the on-screen instructions and you'll be diving into games in no time.

What games do I get with EA Play on Playstation?

You get unlimited access to top EA titles from franchises like Battlefield™, EA SPORTS FC™, F1®, Madden NFL, The Sims™, STAR WARS™, and many more. Check out the full list of games available on PlayStation.
Members can also play trials of select-new release EA games for up to 10 hours.

Where do I go to download games and trials?

To download a game or trial, search for the one you want to play in the PlayStation Store from your console and download it directly from there.

What can I use my 10% member discount on?

Save on purchases of EA digital content on Playstation, including full games, Season Passes, and DLC.

What payment methods can I use to purchase an EA Play membership?

Depending on your location, you can use a credit card, PayPal, or your Playstation Wallet. Please note that not all payment methods are available in every region.

Do I have to have a PlayStation Plus account to join EA Play?

Nope, you can join without PlayStation Plus if you want. However, you’ll need one if you want to access the online features of any games in the collection, such as online multiplayer.

How do I cancel my EA Play membership? What happens if I cancel?

Canceling your EA Play membership is simple and hassle-free. Just log in to your account on PSN. Navigate to Settings > Account Management > Account Information > Playstation Subscriptions, select your EA Play subscription and choose Turn Off Auto-Renewal.

If you cancel, you'll lose all EA Play benefits at the end of your current billing cycle, including access to trials and games in our collection. If you decide to join again, your save files will remain, so you can pick up where you left off.

How do I join EA Play?

Simple - all you gotta do is sign up. Just follow the on-screen instructions and you'll be diving into games in no time.

What games do I get with EA Play on Steam?

You get unlimited access to top EA titles from franchises like Battlefield™, EA SPORTS FC™, F1®, Madden NFL, The Sims™, STAR WARS™, and many more. Check out the full list of games available on Steam.
Members can also play trials of select-new release EA games for up to 10 hours.

Where do I go to download games and trials?

To download a game or trial with EA Play on Steam, search for the game in your Steam library, and download it directly from there. Make sure your Steam and EA accounts are linked if prompted.

What can I use my 10% member discount on?

Save on purchases of EA digital content on Steam, including full games, Season Passes, and DLC.

What payment methods can I use to purchase an EA Play membership?

Depending on your location, you can use a credit card, PayPal, or your Steam Wallet. Please note that not all payment methods are available in every region.

How do I cancel my EA Play membership? What happens if I cancel?

Canceling your EA Play membership is simple and hassle-free. Just log into your Steam account and select Recurring Subscriptions. Click the “Cancel my subscription” option and the “Apply” button.

If you cancel, you'll lose all EA Play benefits at the end of your current billing cycle, including access to trials and games in our collection. If you decide to join again, your save files will remain, so you can pick up where you left off.

How do I join EA Play?

Simple—all you need to do is sign up. Just follow the on-screen instructions, and you’ll be diving into games in no time.

What games do I get with EA Play on Epic?

You get to play top EA titles from franchises like Battlefield™, EA SPORTS FC™, F1®, Madden NFL, The Sims™, STAR WARS™, and many more. Check out the full list of games available on Epic.
Members can also play trials of select-new release EA games for up to 10 hours.

Where do I go to download games and trials?

To download a game or trial with EA Play on the Epic Games Store, search for the game in your Epic Games library, and download it directly from there. Make sure your Epic Games and EA accounts are linked if prompted.

What can I use my 10% member discount on?

Save on purchases of EA digital content on the Epic Games Store, including full games, Season Passes, and DLC.

What payment methods can I use to purchase an EA Play membership?

Depending on your location, you can use a credit card, PayPal, or your Epic Wallet. Please note that not all payment methods are available in every region.

How do I cancel my EA Play membership? What happens if I cancel?

Canceling your EA Play membership is simple and hassle-free. Just log in to your Epic Games Store account to cancel.

If you cancel, you'll lose all EA Play benefits at the end of your current billing cycle, including access to trials and games in our collection. If you decide to join again, your save files will remain, so you can pick up where you left off.

How do I join EA Play or EA Play Pro?

Simple—all you need to do is sign up. Just follow the on-screen instructions, and you’ll be diving into games in no time.

What is EA Play Pro?

EA Play Pro is our game membership for instant access to premium versions of select new EA titles on day 1. Members also get unlimited access to an expansive collection of premium versions of top games, and more—all for just $16.99 a month or $199.99 a year.
Here is what’s included:

Day 1 access to full, premium editions of select new games, packed with added content and extras. Unlimited access to a collection of premium editions from EA's fan-favorite franchises and top titles. New in-game rewards from select EA games every month. 10% discount* on purchases of EA digital content including full games, expansions, points packs and more.

What games do I get with EA Play Pro?

You get unlimited access to the Pro Play List, including premium versions of select new EA titles on day 1  from franchises like EA SPORTS FC™, F1®, Madden NFL, STAR WARS™, and many more. Check out the full list of games available on EA Play Pro.

Where do I go to download games?

To download a game, search for the title you want to play in the EA App on your Windows PC or Mac and download it directly from there.

What payment methods can I use to purchase an EA Play Pro membership?

Depending on your location, you can use a credit card, PayPal, or your EA wallet. Please note that not all payment methods are available in every region. Check out our article on EA Help for more information.

How long do I get to keep playing my EA Play Pro games?

As long as you’re an EA Play Pro member, of course! The games available at this service level can be played anytime and as much as you want.

Is EA Play Pro available on other platforms?

EA Play Pro is only available on the EA app.

Can I play EA Play Pro games on Mac?

Yes, EA Play Pro is now available on Mac through the EA app.

Can I upgrade from EA Play to Pro membership?

Absolutely! From Settings > My Account > Manage My Membership, select the Pro membership, and choose a monthly or annual billing plan. Your new membership will start immediately, giving you instant access to everything EA Play Pro has to offer.

Still have time left on your previous membership? When you upgrade we’ll convert that time into a dollar amount that will be automatically refunded to you!

Have more questions about changing your membership? Contact an advisor for assistance.

How much is EA Play Pro?

An EA Play Pro membership is available for $16.99 a month or $119.99 a year – you also get the 10% discount!

Can I change my Pro membership to EA Play?

Of course! From Settings > My Account > Manage My Membership, select the Pro membership, and choose a monthly or annual billing plan. Your new membership will start at the end of your current billing cycle. Have more questions about changing your membership? Contact an advisor for assistance.

What if I want to cancel EA Play Pro before my membership ends?

If you cancel your membership before your next monthly or annual billing date, you won’t be charged for the following month or year. You’ll still be able to play games, use your discount, and access any available trials (if you’re an EA Play member) or brand-new full games (if you’re a Pro member) until your membership expires.

How do I cancel my EA Play Pro membership?

Canceling your EA Play membership is simple and hassle-free. Just visit myaccount.ea.com and click on Subscriptions to get started.

How do I join EA Play or EA Play Pro?

Simple—all you need to do is sign up. Just follow the on-screen instructions, and you’ll be diving into games in no time.

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