TL;DR
- EA Play is included free with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
- You get access to EA’s Play List — a large library of EA titles at no extra cost.
- New EA games get a 10-hour trial before or shortly after launch.
- Members get a 10% discount on all EA digital purchases.
- Monthly in-game rewards are included across EA’s biggest live-service titles.
- EA Play is not included with Game Pass Essential or Game Pass Premium.
Xbox Game Pass EA Play is one of the best perks that comes with a Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass subscription. Instead of paying separately for EA Play, you get it bundled in — including the full game library, early trials, monthly rewards, and store discounts. This guide explains exactly what you get, which tiers include it, and how to make the most of it.
Which Xbox Game Pass Tiers Include EA Play?
EA Play is not available on every Game Pass tier. Here is a quick breakdown:
- Xbox Game Pass Ultimate — Includes EA Play on both console and PC.
- PC Game Pass — Includes EA Play for PC only.
- Game Pass Premium — Does not include EA Play.
- Game Pass Essential — Does not include EA Play.
If you are on Premium or Essential and want EA Play access, you would need to either upgrade to Ultimate or subscribe to EA Play separately. Standalone EA Play costs $5.99 per month or $39.99 per year.
For a full comparison of every tier, see our Xbox Game Pass Ultimate guide and our Game Pass price comparison for 2026.
What Is Included with EA Play on Xbox Game Pass?
EA Play bundles several benefits into one membership. When it comes through Game Pass, you get all of them at no extra charge.
The Play List — EA’s Game Library
The Play List is EA’s rotating catalog of games that members can play with no time limit. It covers EA’s biggest franchises including Battlefield, EA Sports FC, F1, Madden NFL, The Sims, and Star Wars titles. Games regularly move in and out of the list.
Recent additions to the Play List include EA Sports NHL 26, Madden NFL 26, and EA Sports College Football 26. As a Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass member, you access all of these through the EA app on PC or directly through the Xbox console store.
10-Hour Game Trials
Newer EA games that have not yet landed on the Play List are often available as 10-hour trials. These are not demos. You play the full game, and if you buy it, your progress carries over.
For example, EA Sports FC 26 was available as a 10-hour trial before joining the Play List. F1 25 was also available as a 5-hour trial for EA Play members. Trials are time-limited offers tied to a game’s release window, so they do not stay available forever.
10% Discount on EA Digital Purchases
EA Play members get a 10% discount on all EA digital content. This covers full game purchases, DLC, points packs (like FC Points or Madden Points), and other add-ons.
If you are on Ultimate, you can use this discount in both the Microsoft Store and the EA app. If you are on PC Game Pass, the discount applies in the EA app only.
Monthly Member Rewards
Every month, EA Play members receive in-game rewards across EA’s live-service titles. These are automatically granted or available to claim and refresh on a monthly schedule.
Recent examples from 2026 include:
- Apex Legends — Exclusive weapon charms rotating monthly.
- EA Sports FC 26 — Ultimate Team packs and in-game content.
- Battlefield 6 — Season packs, XP boosts, and deployment bundles.
- NHL 26 — Supercharge Bundle for Hockey Ultimate Team and WOC XP bonuses.
- Madden NFL 26 — Monthly Ultimate Team packs.
These rewards do not require any action beyond being a member. Some appear automatically when you launch the game, while others need to be claimed through the EA Play rewards page or in-game menus.
How to Access EA Play Through Xbox Game Pass
You do not need a separate account or subscription to use EA Play through Game Pass. It is linked to your Microsoft account automatically.
On Xbox Console
- Open the Microsoft Store or the Game Pass app on your console.
- Search for the EA game you want to play or trial.
- If it is on the Play List, download and play it directly.
- If it is in Game Trials, select the Trial option and download.
On PC
- Download and open the EA app on your Windows PC.
- Sign in with the same Microsoft account linked to your Game Pass subscription.
- Your EA Play benefits activate automatically.
- Browse the Play List and download games from there.
If your benefits are not showing, make sure you are signed into the EA app with the correct account — the same one used for Game Pass. Signing in with a different email will break the link.
EA Play vs EA Play Pro — What Is the Difference?
EA Play (which is what comes with Game Pass) gives you access to the Play List and trials. EA Play Pro is a separate, higher-tier subscription that gives day-one full access to new EA games — not just trials.
EA Play Pro is available on PC only and is not included with any Game Pass tier. It costs more and is aimed at players who want every EA game on day one without waiting for it to hit the Play List.
For most Game Pass members, the standard EA Play included with Ultimate or PC Game Pass is more than enough.
What EA Games Are on the Play List Right Now?
The Play List changes regularly as new games are added and older titles cycle out. As of mid-2026, the Play List includes games from these EA franchises:
- Battlefield series — including Battlefield 6
- EA Sports FC — EA Sports FC 26 recently moved to the Play List
- NHL — NHL 26 joined in April 2026
- Madden NFL — Madden NFL 26 is on the Play List
- EA Sports College Football — College Football 26 included
- F1 — F1 25 available as a trial
- The Sims series
- Star Wars titles
- Need for Speed titles
For a broader look at everything available across all Game Pass tiers, check our full Xbox Game Pass games list.
Is EA Play Worth It Through Xbox Game Pass?
If you are already on Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, EA Play is free for you. There is no extra cost. That alone makes it worth using.
Standalone EA Play costs $5.99 per month. When you factor that into the value of a Game Pass Ultimate subscription, it meaningfully reduces the effective cost of the subscription. You are paying for cloud gaming, 500+ games, EA Play, Ubisoft+ Classics, and Fortnite Crew all in one price.
Even if you only play one or two EA sports titles per year, the 10% discount on those games and their points packs adds up quickly — especially if you spend on Ultimate Team content in FC or Madden.
Want to see how the full value stacks up? Read our complete Xbox Game Pass guide and our best games on Xbox Game Pass list.
Common Questions About Xbox Game Pass and EA Play
Do I need to download the EA app to play EA games on PC?
Yes. EA games on PC require the EA app to launch, even if you access them through Game Pass. It is free to download and replaces the old Origin client.
Can I use EA Play rewards on both console and PC?
If you are on Game Pass Ultimate, yes — you can claim rewards on both Xbox console and PC. If you are on PC Game Pass only, the benefits apply to PC through the EA app.
Do EA Play game trials count toward my storage?
Yes. Trials are full game downloads. Make sure you have enough storage before starting a trial download, especially for large sports titles.
What happens to EA Play if I cancel Game Pass?
If you cancel Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, your EA Play access stops at the end of your billing period. You lose access to the Play List, trials, and discounts. See our guide on how to cancel Xbox Game Pass for what to expect.
Can I get EA Play with family sharing on Game Pass?
Game Pass family sharing does not extend EA Play to shared members. EA Play is tied to the primary account on Ultimate or PC Game Pass. For more details, see our Xbox Game Pass family sharing guide.
Is EA Play included with the Xbox Cloud Gaming free trial?
Cloud gaming trials are tied to Game Pass Ultimate. If you activate an Ultimate trial, EA Play is included for the trial period. See our Xbox Cloud Gaming free trial guide for full details.
Where do I claim EA Play monthly rewards?
You can claim rewards directly in-game for most titles. Some rewards also appear in the EA Play rewards section within the EA app. Check in each month as rewards refresh on a rolling schedule and expire after a set period.
