How to fix EA App installation error INST-23-87

Error code: INST-23-87
The EA app encountered an error and couldn’t finish installing.

Looking to fix the frustrating EA App installation error INST-23-87? Look no further!

In this guide, I’ll walk you through the steps to get your installation up and running in no time.

How do I fix error INST-23-87 on the EA App?

Update your graphics driver

Open the Device Manager
Go to Display Adapters
Expand the list of Display Adapters
Right-click on your graphics card
Select Update driver
Follow the on-screen instructions

Restart your computer to apply the changes.

You can also download the latest graphics driver version from your GPU manufacturer’s website.

Reinstall your GPU driver

If you’re still getting error code INST-23-87 after updating your graphics card driver, try uninstalling and reinstalling your drivers.

Open the Device Manager
Right-click on your graphics card
Select Uninstall device
Restart your computer

Your computer should automatically reinstall the latest driver version upon reboot.

Disable background apps

Some background apps and processes may conflict with the new EA App being installed, which can cause errors or unexpected behavior.

Launch the Task Manager
Click on the Processes tab
Right-click on your background apps one by one
Select End task

By disabling background apps during the EA App installation process, you make sure your machine has the resources it needs to complete the installation smoothly.

Reinstall .NET Framework 4.8.1

Many gamers reported that they had solved various EA App installation errors by reinstalling .NET Framework 4.8.1.

Check if this quick solution does the trick for you.

You can download the .NET Framework web installer from Microsoft.

Repair your Microsoft Visual C++ files

Go to Settings
Click on Apps
Open the list of Installed Apps
Locate your Microsoft C++ installations
Click on the three dots and select Repair

Restart your computer after repairing all the Redistributable files.

Did you manage to get rid of this error and install the EA App on your machine? Let me know in the comments below.