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Luna Controller

Amazon's gamble, the Luna Controller app, empowers users with total command over their Luna hardware and gameplay.

Key Figures

Downloads

250k+

User Rating

4.6/5

Total Ratings

9.0K

Publisher

AMZN Mobile LLC

An evaluation of key features enhancing cloud gaming accessibility and controller management for Amazon Luna users.

Luna Controller App: Core Functionality Review

Phone Controller Mode

It allows users to transform their mobile device into a virtual controller, enabling touch-based gameplay for Luna titles without needing a physical Luna Controller. This feature significantly enhances accessibility and spontaneous play.

Cloud Direct Connectivity

The app facilitates the seamless setup and management of the Luna Controller's Cloud Direct Wi-Fi connection, optimizing performance for low-latency cloud gaming. It also enables switching between Cloud Direct and Bluetooth modes for versatile play.

Controller Registration

This tool allows users to easily register their physical Luna Controllers to their Amazon account, streamlining the initial setup process and personalizing their gaming hardware.

Controller Firmware Management

The app provides essential tools for maintaining the Luna Controller, including updating its software to ensure optimal performance, compatibility, and access to new features. It also allows users to monitor battery status.

Bluetooth Connection Control

It enables users to manage their Luna Controller's Bluetooth connection, offering flexibility to connect to various devices beyond Luna cloud gaming, and seamlessly switch between Bluetooth and Cloud Direct modes.

Guest Mode Support

This tool features a Guest Mode, allowing users to easily invite friends to join local Luna gaming sessions. Guests can utilize their own mobile devices as controllers through the app, simplifying multi-player setups.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Luna Controller

Can I use my phone as a game controller for Luna?

Yes, the Luna Controller app allows you to use your mobile device as a Phone Controller to play Luna games using touch inputs. Guests can also use this feature.

What is Cloud Direct in the Luna Controller app?

Cloud Direct technology sends gaming inputs over WiFi for faster response and seamless movement. It automatically connects to Amazon Luna's game servers after setup, requiring no extra pairing steps.

What are the main functions of the Luna Controller app?

The Luna Controller app allows you to register controllers, set up WiFi for Cloud Direct, play games with Phone Controller, add friends via Guest Mode, manage connections, update software, and check battery.

How do I set up my Luna Controller with the app?

To set up your Luna Controller, download the app, power on your controller with 2 AA batteries by holding the Luna button for 3 seconds, then follow the app's on-screen instructions.

Does the Luna Controller support Bluetooth connectivity?

Yes, the Luna Controller supports Bluetooth for gameplay on compatible devices. You can manage Bluetooth connections, and it automatically switches to Cloud Direct mode for gameplay.

Does the Luna Controller app have privacy terms?

Yes, by using the Luna Controller app, you agree to Amazon’s Conditions of Use and Privacy Notice. Links to these documents are provided within the app description.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

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Description

The Luna Controller app allows you to set up and manage your Luna Controllers and play Luna games using your phone via the Phone Controller. With the Luna Controller app you can: - Register Luna Controllers to your Amazon account - Set up your Luna Controller to connect to wifi and enable Cloud Direct - Play games on Luna using touch inputs on your mobile device using the Phone Controller - Add friends to your local Luna gaming session using Guest Mode - Manage the Cloud Direct wifi connection - Manage your Luna Controller Bluetooth connection - Update the software on your Luna Controllers - Check battery status - Switch between Cloud Direct and Bluetooth - Get help for common troubleshooting problems To set up the Luna Controller: 1. Download and install the Luna Controller app on your mobile device. 2. Power up your Luna Controller with 2 AA batteries. Press and hold the Luna button for 3 seconds, and an orange light will start spinning 3. Open the Luna Controller app and follow the on-screen instructions To set up a Luna Phone Controller: No controller? No problem. You can use your phone to play Luna games. 1. Go to the appstore on your mobile device and install the Luna Controller app. 2. Sign into your Amazon account. 3. Select Play With Phone Controller. The next time you're ready to play, just follow these steps: 1. Open the Luna app on a compatible device, such as a compatible Fire TV, PC or Mac 2. Open the Luna Controller app on your mobile device. 3. Select Launch under your virtual controller and wait for your controller to connect to Luna. 4. Use the virtual controller to select the game you want to play and launch it. Guests can also download the Luna Controller app and join in on the gameplay. By using this app, you agree to Amazon’s Conditions of Use (www.amazon.com/conditionsofuse) and Privacy Notice (www.amazon.com/privacy).