Star Wars: Galactic Racer, one of 2026’s most acclaimed entries in the franchise’s ongoing video game renaissance, is now available to stream instantly through Amazon’s cloud gaming service, Luna, for anyone holding an active Prime membership. The racing roguelike—which earned a commanding 88 Metascore on Metacritic and secured its place among the top five Star Wars games ever made—launched its streaming version today, letting players dive straight into its single-player campaign plus Arcade and Scenario modes without needing to download or purchase the underlying game.
The move dramatically lowers the barrier to entry for a title that has drawn widespread praise since its debut. Prime subscribers can jump in through Amazon’s cloud infrastructure on the fly, testing whether the hype surrounding top-five Star Wars game of all time holds up before deciding whether to buy the full package.
According to the news release, only the single-player modes are confirmed as playable via Luna at launch. That means players hoping to race opponents online will still need to purchase Galactic Racer, which is out now on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X. Those who already own the game can stream it through their Prime membership as a convenient way to play without committing local storage.
A Wave of Star Wars Games Hits Home
The arrival of Galactic Racer on Luna arrives at a remarkable moment for the franchise’s interactive entertainment. While fans have expressed mixed feelings about recent Star Wars movies and TV series, one thing they can all agree on is that the video games are on an undeniable roll. In 2026 alone, two of the best Star Wars games dropped within six weeks of each other: Star Wars Zero Company and Galactic Racer itself. Both were widely praised by critics, with the pair having been reviewed well across the board.
The timing underscores how 2026 has become a landmark year for interactive Star Wars content, with titles that have reinvigorated both longtime fans and newcomers alike. Galactic Racer’s critical standing is particularly notable; its 88 Metascore places it firmly among the franchise’s greatest games on record.
A Roadlike That Polygon Called the Best Arcade Racer of a Generation
Galactic Racer is not your typical racing game. It is a racing roguelike—a “roadlike,” if you will—where players race their way through the Galactic League, an underground racing circuit where competitors are just as likely to be blown up as they are to cross the finish line first. The result has earned it some of the strongest critical reception of the year.
Polygon’s Oli Welsh crowned it “the best arcade racing game in a generation” in his review, praising its demanding but deeply rewarding design.
“The game’s learning curve is steep, and there’s a lot to manage and think about in a race. But boy, when you get there, the rush is unmatched. This is a game of both blistering speed and tactical nuance, where smart use of your abilities is just as important as racing reflexes. It’s a deep game system, and the further you get into a run, the better and more rewarding it gets.”
Oli Welsh, Polygon
The distinction between playable modes matters for cloud players. Arcade races deliver fast, focused challenges, while Scenario races feature different builds, rule sets, and characters than those experienced in the campaign—offing a varied single-player experience that leans into the game’s roguelike identity.
Looking Ahead
The addition of Galactic Racer to Luna places it alongside other major Star Wars titles on the platform, including Star Wars Outlaws on Amazon Luna. Prime members can also continue to claim September’s free games through the service, which have included standouts like Doom and High on Life.
For players who missed the initial wave of 2026’s Star Wars releases or simply want to sample one of the year’s best before committing a purchase, the Luna version offers an accessible, no-download way in. Those eager to test their reflexes against other racers online will need to pick up the game on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, or Xbox Series X—but for anyone content with the single-player campaign and its mode variations, the galaxy’s most thrilling underground racing circuit is now streaming at a tap.
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