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Steam als Linux-Alternative zu Origin

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Steam is a solid replacement for Origin if you primarily need a stable client to launch and update EA games. It handles installation, updates, cloud saves, and social features well on Linux. However, it is not a direct 1:1 swap because it lacks the specific EA Play subscription management interface and may not support all legacy EA titles that are exclusive to the EA app. If your library consists of modern EA titles like Apex Legends or newer Battlefield games, Steam works well. If you rely on older, Origin-exclusive titles or specific EA Play perks, you may still need the Windows client.

Funktionsabdeckung85%
Lizenz
LicenseRef-proprietary
Preis
Kostenlos
Aktuelle Version
1.0.0.87 (26. Juni 2026)
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Screenshot von Steam
The main Steam library window

Was gleich funktioniert

  • Automatic game installation and updates
  • Cloud save synchronization for supported titles
  • Friends list and in-game chat functionality
  • Library management for owned games

Was anders ist

  • Lacks integrated EA Play subscription management interface
  • May not support legacy EA titles that are not available on Steam
  • Uses Proton for Windows-only games, which can introduce minor compatibility quirks
  • Social features are tied to the Steam network, not EA's specific community hubs

Ihre Origin-Dateien öffnen

Steam does not open or import save files directly from the Origin client. Save data is typically stored in different directory structures. If a game supports SteamCloud, it will sync its own saves. For local saves, you will need to manually copy files from the Origin directory to the Steam game directory, though exact paths vary by title.

Von Origin zu Steam wechseln – Schritt für Schritt

  1. Install Steam via your package manager or Flathub
  2. Log in to your Steam account
  3. Add EA games to your Steam library if they are available on the platform
  4. Install the games through Steam
  5. Verify that cloud saves sync correctly after the first launch
  6. Uninstall Origin if you no longer need it for exclusive titles

Wichtige Funktionen von Steam

  • Integrierter Spiele-Store mit Sales und Wunschlisten
  • Automatische Downloads und Updates
  • SteamCloud für die Synchronisierung von Speicherslots und Screenshots
  • Unterstützung für native Linux-Spiele und Windows-Spiele über Proton
  • Freundesliste, Chat und Community-Gruppen
  • Workshop-Unterstützung für Mods
  • Steam Input für Controller-Konfiguration
  • Remote Play für Streaming auf andere Geräte

Steam unter Linux installieren

Flatpak (Flathub)flatpak install flathub com.valvesoftware.Steam
Arch / Manjarosudo pacman -S steam
openSUSEsudo zypper install steam

Häufige Fragen

Can I play all my EA games on Steam?

No. Only EA titles that are officially distributed on Steam can be played there. Legacy titles exclusive to the EA app or Origin will not appear in your Steam library.

Does Steam support EA Play?

Steam does not have a dedicated EA Play management interface. You must manage your EA Play subscription through the EA website or the EA app. However, if a game is available on Steam and you have EA Play, you may be able to access EA Play content within the Steam version, depending on the title.

Will my save files transfer automatically?

If the game supports SteamCloud, saves will sync automatically. For games without cloud save support, you will need to manually copy save files from your Origin directory to the Steam directory.

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