Where can I play Amazon Luna?

Amazon is making a move with his cloud gaming platform and is increasingly integrating it with its ecosystem. If you have Amazon Prime, you can already access part of it. Amazon Moon without paying extra and enjoy streaming games on virtually any screen, without a console or powerful PC.

This offering comes with powerful new features: a social collection called GameNight for playing games with your mobile phone as a controller, a rotating selection of games for Prime members, and a Luna Premium subscription at €9,99 per month to expand your library. All of this, powered by AWS infrastructure and with integration with Twitch, with the aim of competing with services like Xbox Game Pass or GeForce Now and becoming the platform where friends and family can gather.

What is Amazon Luna and how does it work?

Amazon Luna is a video game streaming service where games run on Amazon's servers and you control them remotely from your device. That means you don't have to install anything or download patches. You press "Play" and the server does the heavy lifting.The game video is streamed to you like a movie, and you provide instant feedback. The downside is some latency and image compression, but in return, you get the performance of a powerful PC on a modest machine.

The technology is backed by AWS and integrates with the Amazon ecosystem. including Twitch for streaming and discoverySince its original announcement in 2020, Luna has positioned itself against alternatives such as GeForce Now, the now-defunct Stadia, PlayStation Now, and xCloud, with a catalog that has exceeded one hundred games at different times and agreements with publishers such as Ubisoft.

To play, you can use a keyboard and mouse on your computer, Bluetooth controllers on your mobile device and Smart TV, or the official Luna controller. The latter connects directly to the cloud (and not to your device) to reduce some of the latency: when you press a button, the signal “travels” directly to the data centerwhich helps improve responsiveness in demanding games.

What's included in your Amazon Prime subscription now?

Amazon Prime members have included access to a basic version of Luna with a rotating selection of games. Highlights of this new phase include popular titles such as Indiana Jones and the Grand Circle, Hogwarts Legacy, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, which can be enjoyed in maximum graphical quality via the cloud. In some cases, We're talking about truly amazing PC games accessible without installing anything.The collection may vary by region and over time.

In addition, the company has launched GameNight, a line of social games designed for the living room. With a simple QR code on the TV, you turn your mobile phone into a controller and join the game in seconds. In this way, Anyone can play without additional physical controllersIdeal for family and friend get-togethers. This collection adds to the approximately 50 games available for Prime and adds variety with local multiplayer experiences.

If you don't have Prime, you can activate Amazon's usual free trial month and, while it's active, Take advantage of Luna and its included catalogNote: The full and most stable catalog over time is obtained with the Luna Premium paid subscription, which is different from the benefit included in Prime.

GameNight: playing in the living room with your mobile phone as a controller

GameNight is the social heart of Amazon Luna's new phase. The idea is that you forget about cables, installations, and even buying controllers: You scan a QR code on the screen, link your phone, and you're done.In seconds you can compete or cooperate with whoever is next to you. It's the evolution of classic party games, with titles for laughing, drawing, or answering questions at lightning speed.

This collection includes over 25 local multiplayer games that recapture the spirit of classic board games with a modern twist. The catalog features titles such as Ticket to Ride, Clue, Exploding Kittens 2, Draw & Guess, Angry Birds Flock Party, and The Jackbox Party Pack 9. Amazon Game Studios has even added an exclusiveCourtroom Chaos: Starring Snoop Dogg, a hybrid of humor, courtroom games, and voice-controlled gameplay powered by AI.

Compatible devices and where you can play

One of the advantages of Amazon Luna is its multi-platform reach. You can play on a computer via a browser (Windows or Mac), on Fire TV devices and Fire tablets, Android phones and tablets, iPhones and iPads (via a browser), as well as Smart TVs from brands like Samsung and LG. In practice, If your screen opens a modern browser, you'll most likely be able to play.The service was also launched at the time with availability on PC and Mac, reinforcing that cross-platform nature.

The service is operational in Spain and is also offered in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, France, Italy, and other European countries. In Spain, an Amazon Prime subscription costs €4,99 per month or €49,90 per year. The price does not change because it includes basic access to Luna.For an optimal experience, it is advisable to use a Bluetooth controller on your mobile phone or Smart TV; you can play with touch controls on your phone, but it is not ideal for demanding games.

If you play on PC, Amazon Luna supports keyboard and mouse in many titles, and the official Luna controller provides that extra responsiveness by connecting directly to the cloud. On TVs and mobile devices, A good gamepad makes all the differenceIf you don't have one, using your mobile phone as a controller via GameNight perfectly covers the social aspect.

Catalog, versions of Amazon Luna and price

Currently, two levels of access coexist:

• On the one hand, the benefit included with Prime It opens the door to a selection of games that changes periodically and the entire GameNight experience.
• On the other hand, Luna Premium (which replaces the previous Luna+) Expand your library with many more titles for €9,99 per month. Luna+ subscribers will automatically be upgraded to Premium.

The Premium catalog features games like EA SPORTS FC 25, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Batman: Arkham Knight, and TopSpin 2K25, among others from top-tier publishers. The list expands and rotates over time, while popular titles like Fortnite remain available in the Luna ecosystem. Keep in mind that, As with any cloud service, publishing agreements and availability may vary by region.

Beyond subscriptions, Luna allows you to link accounts from third-party stores like GOG, Ubisoft, or EA/Origin. This linking doesn't automatically enable your entire third-party catalog, but there are compatible games that you can play from the cloud if you already own them. Luna's store also offers shoppingSometimes you buy directly on Luna, and other times the system redirects you to the partner store (for example, GOG). When you purchase a game from another platform through Luna, you also become the owner on that linked platform.

Performance, latency, and image quality

As with any game streaming service, latency is the biggest challenge. The video signal is compressed, travels to your device, and your heart rate data is sent back to the cloud. Some lag and compression are inevitable, but Luna delivers a very solid experience if your connection is good. In fact, In published tests, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has been played comfortably. with high-end graphics from a cheap mini PC via browser.

To minimize problems, use a wired network or 5 GHz Wi-Fi, avoid overloading the network with background downloads, and move the router closer if you're playing wirelessly. A stably connected controller and, if possible, the official Luna controller (due to its direct connection to the cloud) They will help reduce the feeling of lag. On PC, keyboard and mouse support makes adventure, strategy, or first-person action titles much easier to play.

Image quality will depend on bandwidth and network stability. On good connections, you'll see a sharp video with very few artifacts, although you'll notice compression here and there in scenes with a lot of movement. Even so, the promise of “a €2.000 PC in an old laptop” This is reasonably true in most narrative and sports games, provided the net is up to par.

How to start playing for free if you already have Prime

Getting started is easy. Access the Amazon Luna portal through your device's browser or the compatible Fire TV/Android app. Sign in with your Prime account and browse the included games section. Open a game's page and press the "Play" button. To start the streaming session. If you're unsure about the controllers, the page itself indicates which controllers are compatible with each game.

If you want to expand your game library, activate Luna Premium for €9,99 per month from the same platform. In addition, frequently visit the free games claim section at luna.amazon.es/claims. Temporary promotions to add games to your library will appear there. whether to play them in the cloud or redeem them in other storesAnd if you're not yet a Prime member, the free monthly trial can help you see how well Luna fits into your daily life.

Integration with Prime Gaming and what changes

Amazon has announced that Prime Gaming will be integrated into Luna to unify its entire video game offering under a single brand. This move aims to simplify the experience and, incidentally, to push more users towards cloud gamingThe company has confirmed that the benefits of Prime on Twitch remain: the free monthly channel subscription, emotes, chat colors, and badge are all still available.

Regarding the "games for life" from Prime Gaming (the monthly downloadable games), Amazon hasn't specified whether it will continue giving them away at the same rate. It's possible that this strategy will coexist with the rotational access within Luna, but There is no definitive official confirmationWhat has been indicated is that the integration of Prime Gaming into Luna will materialize before the end of 2025.

Meanwhile, Luna's new phase is already showing its direction: a mix of a rotating catalog for Prime, a GameNight social collection, and a Premium tier clearly focused on powerful releases. The ambition is to compete head-to-head with other subscriptions both in terms of the number of titles and their appeal to different types of players.

In a landscape where subscriptions set the pace, Amazon Luna positions itself as a very complete option: it blends social games designed for the couch, rotating access with Prime, and a Premium layer for those who want more. With compatible devices everywhere, integration with Twitch, and an experience that improves with each iteration, It's an alternative to keep very much on your radar. If you like video games and value the convenience of "press and play".