Excitement is building as Prime Day approaches on July 16-17, with shoppers eagerly anticipating discounts. Amazon Prime gamers, however, are in for an early treat with access to 15 new free games leading up to the sale, including the popular Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II.
Let’s delve into what Amazon Prime Gaming has to offer and the enticing deals you can snag leading up to this year’s Prime Day.
Discovering Amazon Prime Gaming
Amazon Prime Gaming is a complimentary gaming program that comes with an Amazon Prime membership. It provides access to downloadable games for PC, as well as the ability to play games on consoles and various devices using Amazon Luna, Amazon’s cloud gaming platform. Some PC games may require you to install the Amazon Games app for access.
In addition, Prime Gaming includes a free channel subscription on Twitch, a popular streaming platform owned by Amazon where gamers share their gameplay and provide commentary.
Prime Gaming rewards members with special offers, upgraded in-game content, and exclusive bonus games.
Obtaining Amazon Prime Gaming
To enjoy Prime Gaming benefits, you must have a Prime membership, which costs $14.99 per month or $139.99 annually. If you’re currently in a free trial for Amazon Prime or have a Prime Video-only membership, you’re eligible to activate Prime Gaming (note that video-only trials do not include a Twitch channel subscription).
Students with a Prime Student subscription, priced at $69 per year with a six-month free trial, may also qualify for Prime Gaming. During the free trial, access to a Twitch channel subscription is limited to one month.
Exciting Gaming Prime Day Deals
Leading up to Prime Day, Prime members can look forward to 15 new free PC games, including titles like Tearstone: Thieves of the Heart and Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood.
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge
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Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II
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Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX
Stay tuned for more enticing offers during the Prime Day sale.
Managing Your Budget for Amazon Prime Gaming
Entertainment expenses, such as gaming and streaming subscriptions, fall under the 30% category of the 50/30/20 budgeting framework. If you’re already a Prime member, the cost of Prime Gaming is included in your budget as it’s a complimentary perk.
For those considering a Prime subscription, you may need to reevaluate your wants category to accommodate the cost. Canceling other gaming subscriptions in favor of Prime Gaming can be a strategic move due to the added benefits like fast shipping, video streaming, and Prime Music.
If you’re unsure, take advantage of the free trial to experience all the Prime benefits for 30 days before committing.