Quick overview
Amazon Luna is a cloud-based gaming platform from Amazon.com, Inc. It lets you stream and play console-style games on devices you already own — smart TVs and TV boxes, desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones — so you don’t need a dedicated gaming console or high-end gaming PC to play modern titles.
Devices, streaming quality, and performance
- Play on a wide range of compatible hardware: TV adapters/boxes, Windows and macOS machines, Chromebooks, Android and iOS phones.
- Select games can stream in Ultra HD (4K) and many run at 60 frames per second on supported content; other titles are delivered in 1080p (standard HD).
- Streaming quality depends on your internet connection and the specific game: some publishers provide 4K-capable builds while others are limited to 1080p.
Game catalog and examples
Luna operates like a subscription streaming library for games — similar to how video services offer on-demand shows, but with full playable titles from both major and independent publishers. The launch selection featured about 50 games across genres. Examples include:
- The Surge 2
- Abzu
- Control
- Yooka-Laylee
- Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons
- A Plague Tale: Innocence
- Panzer Dragoon
- Resident Evil 7
- The Impossible Lair
Ubisoft partnership and the Ubisoft channel
Amazon and Ubisoft collaborated to add a dedicated Ubisoft channel inside the Luna app. Through that channel:
- Several Ubisoft titles are available in Ultra HD at 60 fps when supported by the game and your connection.
- Notable Ubisoft entries on the channel include Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Far Cry 6, and Immortals Fenyx Rising.
- Keep in mind that not every Ubisoft game on Luna will run at 4K; many will be delivered at 1080p.
Account features, controllers, and integrations
- A single Luna channel subscription can support up to six personal profiles and allows play across multiple devices, which is handy for households that want to share access.
- Players can use various controllers, including the Luna Controller, or other compatible gamepads.
- Luna integrates with Twitch, making it straightforward to stream or share gameplay with followers.
Who this suits
Luna is a strong fit for players who want access to a broad library without buying new hardware, or for anyone who prefers a subscription model for games. It’s particularly appealing if you value streaming convenience and device flexibility.
Free alternatives to try
- Skribbl.io — free, browser-based party drawing game
- World of Warships — free-to-play naval combat MMO
Final notes
Amazon Luna provides a convenient way to access hundreds of titles in HD or Ultra HD, with multiplatform support and additional publisher-backed channels expanding the catalog over time.
Technical
- Mac
- Web App
- Free