Amazon Launches Luna Streaming Service in the US with Free Games for Prime Members
Amazon Prime members may not be fully aware of one of the subscription’s most exciting perks. There is a standout benefit that significantly enhances the gaming experience for millions of users across various devices. Amazon’s Luna offers access to an impressive library of free video games that can be streamed without the need for a traditional console.
This innovative service, known as Amazon Luna, is a dedicated app designed specifically for gamers. It transforms your devices—whether it’s a TV, smartphone, or laptop—into a fully functional gaming console. The best part? There’s no need to invest in expensive hardware. Games are streamed directly over the internet, similar to how Netflix delivers movies and TV shows.
While most games on Luna require a purchase, Amazon Prime members can enjoy a rotating selection of titles at no extra cost. If you’re currently paying the monthly fee of £8.99 or $14.99 for Amazon Prime, you certainly want to take advantage of this fantastic benefit.
Here’s a look at some of the popular games available for free to Prime members:
- Fallout: New Vegas – Ultimate Edition
- Fortnite
- Fallout 3 – Game of the Year Edition
- Lego Fortnite Odyssey
- Trackmania
- Fortnite Battle Royale
- Rocket Racing
- Fortnite Festival
- WRC Generations
- Overcooked! 2
- Fortnite Ballistic
- Fortnite OG
- Strange Horticulture
- The Jackbox Party Pack 3
- Lego Fortnite Brick Life
- Spitlings
For our friends in the United States, the current list of complimentary games for Prime members includes:
- Fortnite
- Fallout: New Vegas – Ultimate Edition
- Fallout 3 – Game of the Year Edition
- The Jackbox Party Pack 3
- Trackmania
- WRC Generations
- Overcooked! 2
- Spitlings
- Strange Horticulture
The concept behind Luna is rooted in the understanding that traditional gaming consoles can be costly, limited by their hardware capabilities, and can take up valuable space in your home. With Luna, all the heavy lifting of computing is managed remotely by Amazon’s servers. When you input commands via your controller, they are transmitted to Amazon, which then sends the visuals back to your screen almost instantaneously. This cloud-based solution ensures a seamless gaming experience, provided you have a reliable internet connection.
Amazon recommends a sustained internet speed of at least 10 Mbps, which is relatively easy to achieve. You can quickly check your internet speed using an online speed test tool.
One of the standout titles available for free on Luna is Fortnite, which is sure to attract many gamers. Amazon’s Luna is compatible with a wide array of devices, including:
- iOS (iPhone and iPad)
- Android devices
- PC
- Mac
- Fire tablets
- Chromebook devices
- Web browsers
- Fire TV
Since Amazon handles all the graphics processing, you can enjoy high-quality visuals, even if you’re playing on a mobile device or laptop.
How Does Amazon Luna Work?
Amazon provides a clear explanation of how Luna operates: “As the name implies, cloud gaming works by streaming games from cloud servers,” they explain. “Luna runs on Amazon’s robust cloud computing platform, Amazon Web Services (AWS), making it easy to stream games without the hassle of lengthy downloads or updates. This allows your device to run high-quality games without the need for an expensive gaming PC or console, complicated setups, or heavy processing requirements.”
To get started, you will need your own game controller. While Amazon offers a Luna controller for purchase, you can also use an Xbox or PlayStation controller if you have one. Alternatively, there’s the option to play using a standard mouse and keyboard.
Once you have the app installed (or you’ve logged in on the website), you can link your Amazon Prime account and dive into the rotating list of free games. Additionally, you have the option to subscribe to Luna+ for access to an even broader selection of games.
For those interested in expanding their gaming library, Luna also allows users to purchase specific titles for online play. The platform already boasts a substantial collection of Ubisoft games, and recently began offering a selection of EA titles. For instance, Luna+ subscribers can now enjoy Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, and Dead Space. EA has also promised to introduce games from its EA Sports library to Luna in the coming months, although specific titles have yet to be announced.
With all these features and benefits, accessing free games through an Amazon Prime subscription has never been more appealing.
