

Just open the Luna website on a web browser or the Luna app on a Fire device, pick your game and you’ll be playing within seconds without having to worry about any pesky downloads. Like other cloud gaming services, Amazon Luna is dead simple to use. Mostly smooth gaming on just about any screen All three of these services can be played on most devices, though Game Pass is still behind on TV support.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is still the most compelling package out there with more than 400 cloud games, but it’s more expensive than Luna at $15 per month.

Google Stadia is a better option for folks who would rather buy their games a la carte, and offers some newer blockbusters like Cyberpunk 2077 and Resident Evil Village. How it compares: Luna is one of the best values in cloud gaming in terms of sheer affordability, with the Luna+ plan getting you a very impressive 100-plus games for just $6 per month. The service supports most modern controllers, though Amazon offers its own $70 Luna Controller that packs some neat features. You can stream games on pretty much any device, including laptops, smartphones, tablets and even your TV via a Fire Stick. There’s also a Prime Gaming channel that lets Amazon Prime subscribers try a small, rotating library of titles for free. What you need to know: Luna offers access to more than 100 games across various tiers that start at $2.99 per month, with Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and Resident Evil 7 being some big standouts. It’s best for folks who simply want a large, Netflix-style assortment of titles for a low monthly fee, and aren’t necessarily concerned with playing the latest releases. Who it’s for: Amazon Luna is for someone who wants to get a taste of modern gaming without having to pay for expensive hardware. Your CNN account Log in to your CNN account
