The Origin client is self-updating software that lets users download Electronic Arts’ games, expansion packs, content booster packs, and updates. It displays the status of available components. The Origin client is designed to resemble Steam, its main rival. Electronic Arts released it in 19 different languages in 2011. If you are wondering how to activate a game key for Origin client, we have a detailed blog for you on various steps to do so!
About Origin
Electronic Arts created Origin, a digital distribution platform for buying and playing video games. The software client for the platform is available for both personal computers and mobile devices.
Electronic Arts also intend to release the Origin platform for mobile devices (such as iPhones and iPads), with achievements syncing between the two. Moreover, Origin Mobile will include the Scrabble Network. Customers will not be charged for these services.
Later on, EA announced in September 2020 that it would retire Origin in favor of a new desktop client called “EA Desktop,” which would support the new EA Play and EA Play Pro subscriptions.
How to activate a game key for Origin?
Activation of the game key for Origin has two methods. Both methods are discussed below:
Method 1: In the Origin Client
Here is how you can activate the game key in the Origin Client:
- First, Log in to Origin with the EA account you would like your game to be added to.
- Click on the Origin menu.
- Then, select the ‘Redeem Product Code’ option.
- Enter the serial key from the back of your game manual.
- Finally, the game will be added to your “My Games” section of Origin.
Method 2: From the Origin website
You can use the official website of Origin to activate your game key.
- Go to www.origin.com/account
- Log in to your Origin account using your Origin email and password.
- Choose ‘Redeem Product Code’ in the left-hand menu.
- Enter your product code on the Redeem Your Code page.
In this case, you still need to wait till your game is downloaded and available in the Origin client.
However, if none of these methods seem to be working for you, we would recommend you contact the Origin team for support.
