To kick off 2026, Amazon Prime is giving members one of its strongest gaming lineups in recent memory. Between free games you can download and keep forever and a stacked list of titles you can stream instantly via Amazon Luna, January offers plenty to play without spending extra.

In total, Prime members can claim 10 downloadable games and stream more than a dozen others this month. Whether you’re building empires, surviving horror worlds, or chasing championships on the gridiron, Prime Gaming is starting the year aggressively.

Here’s how January breaks down.

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Free Prime Games You Can Claim and Keep in 2026

These titles are redeemed via platforms like Epic Games Store, GOG, and the Amazon Games App. Once claimed, they remain yours even if your Prime subscription ends later. Here are some games that are available now:

Sid Meier’s Civilization VI (Epic Games Store)

The standout release of the month. Build an empire, rewrite history, and sink countless hours into one of the most addictive strategy games ever made. Civilization VI still delivers that irresistible “just one more turn” magic years after launch.

Reflections of Life: Dark Architect – Collector’s Edition (Amazon Games App)

A hidden-object adventure with a darker tone, eerie environments, and plenty of puzzles to keep things interesting.

More Free Prime Gaming Downloads Arriving Later in January

January 15

  • Brigador: Up-Armored Edition (GOG)
  • Gunslug: Rogue Tactics (GOG)
  • DeathKeep (GOG)

January 22

  • Harold Halibut (GOG)
  • D&D Stronghold: Kingdom Simulator (GOG)

January 29

  • Al-Qadim: The Genie’s Curse (GOG)
  • Technotopia (Amazon Games App)
  • Elderborn (GOG)

Prime Gaming Streaming Titles on Amazon Luna (January 2026)

No downloads required. Just log in and play while the titles are available in the Luna catalog.

Games you can play now

  • Alan Wake
  • Death Stranding Director’s Cut
  • Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged
  • Monster Truck Championship – Rebel Hunter Edition
  • Tormented Souls
  • Aragami: Shadow Edition
  • Spells & Secrets
  • Whisker Waters
  • Trepang2

From psychological horror to high-speed racing and stylish stealth, this lineup already feels stacked.

January 8

  • Tricky Towers

Perfect for chaotic multiplayer sessions and casual fun

January 10 – February 10

  • Madden NFL 26

This is the big one. For one full month, Prime members can stream the latest Madden and chase Super Bowl glory. Build your franchise, call the perfect plays, and take your team all the way, unless you’re a Browns fan… in which case, may the gaming gods be with you.

January 23

  • The Jackbox Party Pack 3

A party classic. Perfect for game nights, family chaos, and inside jokes that will never die.

Why January 2026 Matters for Prime Gaming

Between the permanent downloads and the expanded Luna streaming catalog, January highlights how Prime Gaming is quietly becoming a more serious value play. The mix of evergreen hits like Civilization VI, major streaming titles like Death Stranding and Madden NFL 26, and a steady flow of smaller surprises makes this one of the most well-rounded Prime Gaming months in a long time.

For Prime members, January isn’t just a good month to play. It’s a reminder of how much value is quietly bundled into the subscription when the lineup clicks.

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