Amazon Prime members can get free games, in-game loot, and other in-game content every month via Amazon Prime Gaming. Prime Gaming is one of the many benefits of Prime and it offers members access to a wide variety of free content for PC, console, and mobile games. Read on to see the complete list of free Prime games available for download this month.
What are the free Amazon Prime games for May 2023?
Prime Gaming is offering 15 free games throughout May 2023, with the first batch of games available to claim, starting May 4th. Below is the full lineup of free games available for May 2023:
1. STAR WARS: Rogue Squadron 3D — Save the Rebel Alliance from the Imperial onslaught in this thrilling flight simulation game where players take on the role of Luke Skywalker and assemble their Rogue Squadron team to fly into battle, engage in intense, fast-paced space and planetary missions to continue the fight for freedom. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 4th.
2. Super Sidekicks — Dribble, pass and use a variety of techniques to compete against the best teams from around the world as players battle for the SNK Cup. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 4th.
3. Samurai Shodown IV —Test your samurai skills using powerful attacks to wage intense battles and defeat Amakusa before he conquers the modern world. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 4th.
4. Planescape: Torment: Enhanced Edition — Explore the planes, survive dangerous combat scenarios, and solve mysterious puzzles in this story-rich, tactical role-playing game set in the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 11th.
5. Lake — Take on the role of Meredith Weiss and take a break from the big city to decide how you want to experience the beautiful Providence Oaks, featuring its iconic lake and scenery. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 11th.
6. Robo Army — Take on high-powered collisions in this beat-‘em-up title as players crush and destroy their enemies to restore peace from the robot corps known as Hell Jeed. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 11th.
7. Last Resort — Save humanity’s first hotel on Mars by taking down hordes of aliens in this small co-op shooter game. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 11th.
8. Kardboard Kings — Own the best card shop in town by earning a reputation with customers, beating your shop goals, unlocking new decorations, and more! Available on Amazon Games App starting May 18th.
9. The Almost Gone — Unlock intricate dioramas to experience the plethora of connections of your life in this narrative puzzle game about death, loss, and mental health. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 18th.
10. 3 Count Bout — Become the world’s strongest wrestler by learning the moves and winning hard-fought battles to take the champion’s throne for yourself. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 18th.
11. Alpha Mission 2 — Recapture the universe from the seven-star alliance by utilizing 11 types of various power armor in this vertical-scrolling arcade game. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 18th.
12. Lila’s Sky Ark — Protect a psychedelic world from bizarre beasts and punishing bosses in this poetic mystery filled with secrets, puzzles, and music. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 25th.
13. Agatha Knife — Embark on a whimsically twisted adventure with Agatha, as players join her in exploring her love for eating meat and her friendships with animals. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 25th.
14. King of the Monsters 2 — Become the undisputed king of the monsters as players take on earthshaking battles against a plethora of behemoths. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 25th.
15. Kizuna Encounter — Engage in intense battles as players use both weapons and fists alike to win in single-round sudden-death tag-team matches. Available on Amazon Games App starting May 25th.
What are the free Amazon Prime in-game content for May 2023?
In addition to free games, Prime Gaming members can also get the following in-game content for May 2023.
1. Genshin Impact Prime Gaming Bundle — Includes 60 Primogems, 8 Hero’s Wits, and 5 Bountiful Years. Only available until May 3rd.
2. The Elder Scrolls Dragon Slayer Bundle — Includes the Ancient Dragon Hunter Arms Pack and Ancient Dragon Hunter Wolf Pet. Redeemable until June 23rd.
3. World of WarCraft Lil XT Pet — Amazon Prime Gaming members have until May 25th to claim this in-game loot.
How to get free games with Prime?
Below is a step-by-step guide on how to claim your free games and in-game content with your Prime membership:
1. Sign in to Prime Gaming
Go to gaming.amazon.com and sign in with your Prime credentials. These are the same credentials you use to shop on Amazon.
2. Check out available free games and in-game content
After you’ve successfully signed in, browse through available games and in-game content from the Prime Gaming site. If you see a game or in-game content that interests you, simply click the corresponding “Claim” button to start the redemption process.
Sometimes you will need to claim a code to redeem content via a storefront. But worry not, because every time you claim a piece of content, you’ll also get a set of instructions detailing how to access it.
First time to claim a Prime Gaming offers? You’ll have an additional step or two, which are as follows.
3. Link your Prime Gaming account to your game
For some offers, you will have to link your Prime Gaming account to your game account. For example, before you can redeem content for Riot Games titles like Valorant or League of Legends, you will be prompted to sign into your Riot account. This process tells the game that you’re a Prime Gaming member, so it can unlock in-game content for you for free If you don’t have a game account yet, you will need to create an account in order to claim free in-game content courtesy of Prime Gaming.
After you’ve linked your Prime Gaming account to these game publisher and game-launcher accounts, Prime Gaming should remember most of them, so you won’t need to do this step all over again when claiming new games and in-game content offers in the future. The in-game content appears automatically in your game once you’ve successfully claimed the said content and linked the relevant account.
4. Download and install the Amazon Games app
You will need to install the Amazon Games app and sign in with your Amazon Prime credentials to install some of the free PC games you’ve claimed via Prime Gaming. After signing in, click “Ready to Install” in the Library panel, where you’ll see all of the claimed games associated with your Prime account. Click on the “Install” button for each game you’d like to download.
5. Enjoy your free games and in-game content
You’re all set up! You can now start playing the free games you’ve installed and enjoy the in-game content you’ve claimed.
What are the streamable games on Amazon Luna for May 2023?
Aside from the free-to-download games, Prime Gaming members can also access a rotating selection of games each month via Amazon Luna’s Prime Gaming Channel.
For the uninitiated, Amazon Luna is a cloud gaming service provided by Amazon. It allows users to stream and play video games directly from the cloud without the need for powerful local hardware. Similar to other cloud gaming platforms, Amazon Luna enables users to play games on a variety of devices, including computers, smartphones, tablets, and select smart TVs.
In April 2023, Amazon expanded its previously US-only cloud gaming service Amazon Luna to the United Kingdom, Canada, and Germany. All throughout May 2023, Prime Gaming members from all these regions can play the following games for free on Amazon Luna:
- LEGO DC Super-Villains
- Resident Evil 2
- Overcooked!
- Frog Island
How much is Amazon Prime Gaming?
As previously mentioned, Amazon Prime Gaming is included as a benefit of an Amazon Prime subscription. Prime membership in the United States costs $14.99 per month or $139 per year. This subscription provides various benefits, including access to Prime Video streaming, free two-day shipping on eligible items, Prime Music, and Prime Reading, among others.
Prime Gaming is one of the benefits included with an Amazon Prime membership at no additional cost. However, it’s worth noting that pricing and subscription details may change over time, so it’s recommended to check the Amazon website or contact Amazon directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information on pricing and subscription plans.
In other countries and territories, Prime Gaming is included in Prime Video memberships.
Are Amazon Prime free games free forever?
All free games included with Prime are yours to keep forever. You get to keep every free game you claim via Prime Gaming even if your Prime subscription expires.