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· 5 months, 2 weeks ago • Sophie McEvoy

Amazon Luna to phase out support for third-party subscriptions and game stores

Briefing

Starting June 10, 2026, Amazon Luna will no longer support third-party game stores or subscriptions, limiting access to games for standard and premium subscribers only. This change could significantly impact developers who have relied on platforms like EA, Ubisoft, and GOG for distribution, as these will be removed from Luna.

Developers should be aware that games purchased through these channels will still be playable until the shutdown date, but after that, they will need to rely on linked third-party accounts. The discontinuation of the 'Bring Your Own Library' feature raises questions about how developers can maintain their player base and distribute their games effectively in a shifting landscape.

“transitioning away from certain subscription, game store, and à-la-carte purchasing models”

— Amazon · Amazon's rationale for the changes.
At a glance
what
Amazon Luna will phase out third-party subscriptions and game stores.
who
Amazon, EA, Ubisoft, GOG.
when
Changes effective June 10, 2026.
impact
Developers lose access to external distribution channels.
Signal Concerning

The removal of support for third-party platforms limits developers' options.

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April 13, 2026
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Story covered over 4 days • First reported by GamesIndustry.biz