How to Disable Origin in Game

How to Disable Origin in Game [2023 Guide]

ByAlan Henry

Origin is a digital distribution platform developed by Electronic Arts (EA) for purchasing and playing video games. While Origin is convenient for managing your games and keeping them up-to-date, some users may prefer to play their games without the platform running in the background. Disabling Origin in-game can free up system resources and improve gaming performance.

How to Disable Origin in Game Guide

  1. Open the Origin client and log in to your account.
  2. Click on the “Origin” menu in the top-left corner of the window.
  3. Select “Application Settings.”
  4. Scroll down to the “Origin In-Game” section.
  5. Toggle the “Origin In-Game” option to the “off” position.
  6. Close the Origin client and launch the game you want to play. Origin should no longer be running in the background.

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How to Disable Origin in Game FAQs

What is Origin?

Origin is a digital distribution platform developed by Electronic Arts (EA) for purchasing and playing video games.

Why would I want to disable Origin in-game?

Disabling Origin in-game can free up system resources and improve gaming performance.

Will disabling Origin in-game prevent me from accessing online features in my games?

It depends on the game. Some games may require Origin to be running in the background in order to access online features, while others may not.

How do I re-enable Origin in-game?

Simply follow the steps outlined in the step-by-step guide and toggle the “Origin In-Game” option to the “on” position.

Do I need to have an Origin account to disable Origin in-game?

Yes, you need to have an Origin account and be logged in to access the “Application Settings” where you can toggle the “Origin In-Game” option.

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Alan Henry is the special projects editor at TechPCguide in New York City. He was previously Smarter Living editor at The New York Times and editor in chief of Lifehacker. He is also the author of the book Seen, Heard, and Paid: The New Work Rules for the Marginalized. He has written and edited stories about productivity and technology for over a decade.

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