How Much Does EA Play Cost in the UK?
EA Play costs £3.99 per month or £19.99 per year, making it one of the cheapest gaming subscriptions available. The service gives access to EA's game vault including FIFA/EA Sports FC, Battlefield, The Sims, Star Wars Jedi, and more. According to EA, the service has over 13 million subscribers globally.
| Plan | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA Play | £3.99 | £19.99 | EA game vault, 10-hour trials of new releases, 10% store discount |
| EA Play Pro (PC only) | £14.99 | £89.99 | Full access to new releases on day one, includes EA Play |
EA Play is also included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate at no extra cost, making the standalone subscription unnecessary for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. EA Play works on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Compare all options on our UK Gaming subscriptions page.
Does EA Play Auto-Renew?
Yes, EA Play auto-renews monthly or annually. Check your subscription at myaccount.ea.com or through your console's subscription settings.
How to Cancel EA Play in the UK
- Go to myaccount.ea.com
- Click Subscriptions
- Select Cancel next to EA Play
- Confirm — access continues until end of billing period
If subscribed through PlayStation or Xbox, cancel through those platforms' subscription settings.
See also our guides to Xbox Game Pass UK subscription and PlayStation Plus UK subscription.
Is EA Play Worth It in 2026?
EA Play is exceptional value at £19.99/year. If you play even one EA game per year, it pays for itself vs buying at full price. The 10-hour trials of new releases let you try before buying.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Incredibly affordable at £19.99/year | EA games only — no third-party titles |
| 10-hour trials of new EA releases | Standard tier doesn't include day-one full access |
| 10% discount on EA purchases | Game vault titles are older releases |
| Included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate | Pro tier (day-one access) is PC-only |
| Works on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC | Vault games can be removed |
If you have Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, EA Play is already included — don't subscribe separately. As a standalone, £19.99/year is the cheapest gaming subscription in the UK alongside Nintendo Switch Online.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does EA Play cost in the UK?
EA Play costs £3.99/month or £19.99/year. EA Play Pro (PC only) costs £14.99/month or £89.99/year. EA Play is also included free with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Is EA Play included with Game Pass?
Yes. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes EA Play at no extra cost. If you have Game Pass Ultimate, do not subscribe to EA Play separately. Game Pass Standard and PC Game Pass do not include EA Play.
What games are in the EA Play vault?
The vault includes older EA titles: EA Sports FC (previous years), Battlefield series, The Sims 4, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Mass Effect, Need for Speed, and more. New releases enter the vault approximately 6-12 months after launch.
How do I cancel EA Play?
Go to myaccount.ea.com > Subscriptions > Cancel. Or cancel through PlayStation/Xbox subscription settings if subscribed there. Use Prunely to set a reminder.
Does EA Play give access to new games on release day?
Standard EA Play gives 10-hour trials of new releases before launch. Full access comes months later when games enter the vault. EA Play Pro (PC only, £14.99/month) gives unlimited day-one access to all new EA games.