It has been confirmed on Twitter that subscribers to EA Access and Origin Access will get a chance to play Mass Effect Andromeda early before it releases. No specifics have been announced yet such as when this early access period will start or how long it will last, just that it is confirmed for EA’s subscription services.
EA Access is an Xbox-based subscription service that gives you unlimited play of a select number of EA titles including the entire Mass Effect trilogy. Subscribers can also get access to extended free trials, early access, and enjoy 10% discounts on permanent purchase of EA titles. Origin Access is very similar to EA Access. The main difference is that Origin Access is for PC players and so the selection of games can differ to to PC and Xbox exclusives. You can subscribe to either of these services for $4.99 per month. EA Access also offers a yearly subscription for $29.99 per month. So long as you are a subscriber during the time period of the Mass Effect Andromeda early access then you will be eligible to play the game early.
Mass Effect Andromeda releases on March 21st and is available at a 10% discount to all EA Access and Origin Access subscribers.