Electronic Arts distributes its video games through Origin, a DRM gaming platform similar to Steam. Sadly, it hasn’t ever had a Linux release, and it doesn’t appear that EA will ever put it on the platform. However, it is possible to install the Windows version on Linux with Lutris.

Can you run Origin on Linux?

Unfortunately the only way to download, install and run most EA games is via their launcher Origin. It’s like EA’s version of Steam but crappier – especially for lounge room gaming machines that don’t have a mouse or keyboard since it doesn’t support controllers.

Is Sims 4 available on Linux?

The Sims 4 runs perfectly on Linux!