Origin: delete game from library - how it works
If you no longer want a game purchased from Origin, you can uninstall it and delete it from your library. This practical tip shows you where the difference lies and how both work.
Origin: Uninstall and delete games
Uninstalling will delete all game data from your PC. However, you can always download the game again from Origin and reinstall it. How to uninstall Origin:
- Open Origin and sign in with your EA account.
- On the left click on "Game library" and select the game you want to uninstall.
- Right-click on the game icon and select the "Uninstall" entry.
- Confirm the warning with "Yes" and follow the further instructions on your PC until the uninstallation is complete.
Origin: Remove games completely from the library
If you want to completely remove the game from your Origin library, you cannot do it alone. Since you paid for the game, EA always makes it available for download. If you still want to delete the game from your account, you must contact EA support. Alternatively, simply hide the game from your library. This will not bother you, but will remain linked to your account in an emergency. That's how it's done:
- Open Origin and switch to the "Game Library" tab on the left.
- Find the game you want and right-click on its icon.
- Click on "Hide" to remove the game from your game library.
- If you want to show the game again, click on "Filter" in the top right corner and then on "Hidden Games".
We will show you how to change the location for the Origin games in our next practical tip.