Prime Gaming Free Games
Your complete guide to claiming free PC games with Amazon Prime. What is available now, how to claim, tips to get the most value, and how Prime Gaming stacks up against Epic, Steam, and GOG.
What This Guide Covers
1.What Is Prime Gaming?
Prime Gaming is a gaming benefit bundled with every Amazon Prime membership. If you pay for Amazon Prime — whether for the free shipping, Prime Video, or any other perk — you already have Prime Gaming at no extra cost. It was previously called Twitch Prime before Amazon rebranded it in August 2020.
Every month, Prime Gaming rotates in a new batch of free PC games that you can claim and add to your library. Most months include 5-8 games spanning indie titles, AA games, and occasionally well-known franchises. Beyond games, Prime Gaming also provides in-game loot drops for popular live-service titles and a free monthly Twitch channel subscription.
Amazon Prime costs $14.99/month or $139/year. If you only care about gaming, that price is steep compared to platforms like Epic Games Store that give away games for free. But if you already use Prime for other benefits, the gaming perk is a genuine bonus that adds real value each month.
2.Free with Prime Right Now
No Prime Gaming freebies in our database right now. New games typically drop around the first of each month.
Check this week's free games for freebies from other platforms like Epic, Steam, and GOG.
3.How to Claim Prime Gaming Games
Go to Prime Gaming
Visit gaming.amazon.com and sign in with your Amazon Prime account. You will see the current month's free games front and center.
Click Claim on Each Game
Each game has a "Claim" button. Click it for every game you want. Do not skip any — claim them all, even games you might not play right away.
Follow the Platform Link
Some games go directly to the Amazon Games app. Others give you a code for GOG or Epic. The claiming page tells you which platform each game uses.
Download and Play
Install through the Amazon Games app or the platform where you redeemed the code. Games linked to GOG or Epic stay in those libraries permanently.
Pro tip: Do not forget to scroll down past the games on gaming.amazon.com. Prime Gaming also offers free in-game loot for titles like Fortnite, League of Legends, Dead by Daylight, and more. These content drops are easy to miss but can include exclusive skins, currency, and items.
4.Everything Included with Prime Gaming
- •5-8 free PC games per month — full games, not demos or trials. The retail value typically ranges from $50-150+ combined.
- •In-game loot drops — free items, skins, currency, and content for popular live-service games including Fortnite, League of Legends, Call of Duty, Roblox, Dead by Daylight, and more.
- •Free Twitch subscription — subscribe to one Twitch streamer per month for free. This is worth $4.99 and supports your favorite streamers at no cost to you.
- •Twitch perks — exclusive chat colors, emotes, extended broadcast storage, and ad-free viewing on select channels with your Prime sub.
- •Luna cloud gaming access — Amazon Luna offers a rotating selection of games you can stream without downloading. Prime members get access to a limited channel at no extra cost.
5.Tips to Maximize Your Prime Gaming Value
Claim Every Game, Every Month
Even if a game does not interest you right now, claim it anyway. It takes 30 seconds and costs nothing. Six months from now you might be in the mood for exactly that type of game. Once the claiming window closes, the offer is gone permanently.
Prefer GOG and Epic Redemptions
When a game offers a GOG or Epic code, those copies are tied to your account on those platforms and remain accessible even if you cancel Amazon Prime. Amazon Games app copies may not. If you have a choice, always redeem on GOG or Epic.
Set a Monthly Reminder
Prime Gaming refreshes around the first of each month. Set a calendar reminder to check gaming.amazon.com. Better yet, bookmark TroveGG's Prime Gaming page and check it regularly to see the latest lineup with expiration dates.
Do Not Forget the In-Game Loot
Free games get the spotlight, but the in-game content drops can be just as valuable. If you play Fortnite, League of Legends, Apex Legends, GTA Online, or other live-service games, check the loot section monthly. Exclusive skins and items are often time-limited.
Stack with Other Free Game Sources
Prime Gaming is just one source. Combine it with Epic's weekly giveaways, Steam giveaways, and GOG freebies to build a massive library without spending anything beyond your Prime subscription. Read our complete guide to free PC games for the full strategy.
Use the Free Trial Strategically
If you do not have Amazon Prime, you can sign up for a 30-day free trial and immediately claim that month's Prime Gaming titles. Time it around the start of a month to potentially claim games from two rotations (end of month one and start of month two) within a single trial period.
6.Prime Gaming vs Epic vs Steam vs GOG
| Feature | Prime Gaming | Epic | Steam | GOG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | $14.99/mo (Prime) | Free | Free | Free |
| Frequency | 5-8/month | 1-2/week | Occasional | During sales |
| Game Quality | Indie + AA | AAA + Indie | Varies | Classic + Indie |
| Keep Forever? | Depends* | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| In-Game Loot | Yes | No | No | No |
| DRM-Free | Some (GOG keys) | No | No | Yes |
*Games redeemed via GOG or Epic codes are permanent. Amazon Games app titles may require an active subscription.
The Verdict
Do not pick one — use them all. Epic is the best standalone free game source since it costs nothing and offers AAA titles weekly. Prime Gaming is the best supplementary source if you already have Amazon Prime. Combined, you can claim 10-15+ free games per month. See our full platform comparison for a deeper analysis.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prime Gaming?
Prime Gaming (formerly Twitch Prime) is a benefit included with every Amazon Prime membership. It gives you free PC games every month, in-game loot for popular titles, a free Twitch channel subscription, and other gaming perks. There is no extra cost beyond your Prime membership fee.
Do I keep Prime Gaming games forever?
It depends on how you claim them. Games claimed through the Amazon Games app or linked to your GOG or Epic account are yours permanently, even if you cancel Prime. However, some games are only playable through the Amazon Games launcher and may require an active subscription. Always check the claiming method before your subscription lapses.
How do I claim Prime Gaming free games?
Go to gaming.amazon.com, sign in with your Amazon Prime account, and click "Claim" on each game you want. Some games download through the Amazon Games app, while others give you a redemption code for platforms like GOG or Epic Games Store. Follow the on-screen instructions for each game.
How many free games does Prime Gaming offer each month?
Prime Gaming typically offers 5-8 free games per month, plus in-game content drops for popular titles like Fortnite, League of Legends, Call of Duty, and Roblox. The lineup changes monthly, with new games usually added around the first of each month.
Is Prime Gaming worth it just for the free games?
If you already have Amazon Prime for shipping and Prime Video, Prime Gaming is an excellent free bonus. The games alone are often worth $50-150+ per month in retail value. Subscribing to Prime ($14.99/month) solely for gaming is harder to justify unless the monthly lineup consistently matches your tastes.
How is Prime Gaming different from Epic free games?
Epic Games Store gives away 1-2 free games every Thursday to anyone with a free account. Prime Gaming requires an Amazon Prime subscription ($14.99/month) but offers more games per month (5-8) plus in-game loot. Epic tends to offer higher-profile AAA titles, while Prime Gaming leans toward indie and AA games. Ideally, you should use both.
Can I use Prime Gaming with a free Amazon account?
No. Prime Gaming requires an active Amazon Prime subscription. However, Amazon offers a 30-day free trial of Prime that includes Prime Gaming. You can claim games during the trial period and keep any that were redeemed through GOG or Epic. After the trial, you need a paid subscription to continue claiming new games.
What happens to my Prime Gaming games if I cancel Amazon Prime?
Games claimed via GOG or Epic codes remain in your library permanently since they are tied to those platforms. Games that were only available through the Amazon Games launcher may become inaccessible. In-game loot you already claimed and used is not affected. If you resubscribe later, you can claim new games but past unclaimed offers are gone.
Does Prime Gaming work on Mac or Linux?
The Amazon Games app is Windows-only. However, many Prime Gaming titles are redeemed through GOG, which provides DRM-free installers that can work with compatibility layers like Wine or Proton on Linux and Mac. Games redeemed via Epic also work through the Epic launcher on Mac where supported.