Amazon's Luna cloud-gaming platform has added Madden NFL 27 and NBA THE RUN to its Prime-included lineup, expanding sports selection for users. The new titles became available on November 5, 2026. Madden NFL 27, released on August 13, 2026, features team-based season management and a new Persona Engine that influences player behavior in Franchise mode. The game also includes dynamic weather that can shift during matches.

Madden NFL 27 brings the NFL franchise's latest football simulation to Luna. The game's Persona Engine allows for more realistic player behavior in Franchise mode. Dynamic weather adds a new layer of realism to matches. NBA THE RUN, launched in June 2026, offers an arcade-style three-on-three street-basketball experience. The game features solo and squad online knockout tournaments.

NBA THE RUN's September update added a Practice Mode for offline play. The game includes five NBA Legends – Vince Carter, Kevin Garnett, Allen Iverson, Dirk Nowitzki, and Tracy McGrady – added in late September. Both titles arrive as Deluxe Edition content on Luna. Amazon positions the additions alongside its live-sports programming on Prime Video.

The addition of Madden NFL 27 and NBA THE RUN aims to move viewers from watching contests to playing them within the same subscription ecosystem. Jeff Gattis, Amazon's general manager of gaming, highlighted the synergy between entertainment and interactive sports. The Luna launch is linked to the upcoming Madden film on Prime Video scheduled for November 18, 2026.

Access to the new games requires an eligible Prime membership, Luna availability in the user's region, a compatible device and controller, and a stable internet connection of at least 10 Mbps for 1080p streaming. On select Fire TV devices, Luna Standard titles can be discovered and launched directly through the Prime Video app.

The integration provides a seamless route between video and gaming on supported hardware. Amazon's Luna platform continues to expand its gaming catalogue, offering more options to Prime members. The company aims to enhance the gaming experience for its users.

The addition of Madden NFL 27 and NBA THE RUN to Luna's catalogue is part of Amazon's strategy to offer a comprehensive entertainment experience. The company's focus on gaming and live sports is expected to attract more users to its Prime membership service.

Key points

  • Amazon Luna adds Madden NFL 27 and NBA THE RUN to its cloud-gaming catalogue, available to Prime members in supported markets.
  • The new titles aim to move viewers from watching contests to playing them within the same subscription ecosystem.
  • Access to the games requires an eligible Prime membership, compatible device, and stable internet connection.

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