Anthem isn`t officially in wide release until next week, but members of EA`s various membership programs can play it starting today. If you`re a member of EA Access on Xbox One, or Origin Access on PC, you can access the game in one way or another starting today.Some players have reported server issues, and EA Help has responded that it is aware of the problem and working on resolving it. That means that even if you are a member of an Access program, you may not be able to jump in right away. The company has also outlined the slightly convoluted steps to finding the trial itself on the EA Access hub.Open the hub and refresh it (LT, RT, and Y).Go to Anthem.View the game.Click the 3 dots and select Play Trial.Both Access programs offer a 10% discount for purchases, but the two offer a different level of early access. The EA Access program offers only a 10-hour trial with progress that will carry over into the main game if you choose to purchase it. Origin Access also offers a 10-hour trial, but if you`re a Premier member you can just begin playing the full game early. PlayStation 4 has no Access program--at least not yet.As part of the lead-up to Anthem`s release, EA partnered with District 9 director Neill Blomkamp to create an original short film that takes place in the universe. If you`re curious how Anthem will last you in the long-term, check out BioWare`s roadmap for endgame content. And if you just need help navigating the world of pre-orders, bonuses, and special editions, read our pre-order guide. Anthem will be available for everyone on February 22.
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