Audible is Amazon’s way of piping books directly into your ears, and honestly, it’s a pretty great deal.
While you can buy titles one by one, the real value is in the Premium Plus trial, currently running for three months at just $0.99 per month, or completely free for Prime members as part of Amazon’s early Prime Day promos (this offer also applies in the UK).
You’ll get one credit each month to grab a standout audiobook you can enjoy while doing chores, commuting, or zoning out on a long-haul flight.
You’re only getting three free credits with your Audible trial, and whatever you pick is yours to keep. To help narrow it down, I've pulled together five non-fiction audiobooks that should land well with gamers and anyone into digital culture.
Disrupting the Game - Reggie Fils-Aime
Reggie Fils-Aime is an iconic part of gaming history, and his self-narrated audiobook includes leadership lessons and insight from a fascinating time in Nintendo’s history.
The focus is more on the leadership side, but Reggie’s inimitable personality shines through. As the man himself famously said, he’s about kicking ass. Having Reggie narrate the audiobook himself especially elevates the whole experience, making this as the best way to read Disrupting the Game.
Itchy, Tasty - Resident Evil
One of the most iconic video game franchises of all time, Resident Evil is the subject of this retrospective that’s unofficial but features interviews with key Capcom alumni. The book only covers releases from 1996 to 2006, meaning it culminates in Resi 4, but it’s still a fantastic look at how important the survival horror series was for Capcom.
2025's Non-Fiction Best Sellers
We're half way through the list, so it's honorable mentions time. Amazon's best seller list for Non-Fiction is chock-full of other great options when choosing your next audiobook. Not all of these are from 2025, but they're certainly still as popular as ever!
While I've not listened to these specifically, I've heard a whole lot of good about each and every one. Thus, the honorable mention, and not full on recommendation.
But... Careless People sounds like a particularly briliant read, putting a microscope to the deeply rotten Facebook/Meta, and "the decisions that have shaped world events in recent decades." Count me in.
Play Nice: The Rise, Fall, and Future of Blizzard Entertainment
Here's my first Jason Schreier entry, and this one is solely focused on Blizzard Entertainment. It’s a deep dive into the famous studio’s earliest years, offering plenty of interview quotes from former Blizzard staff and insight into the formation of all of the studio’s biggest hits.
It covers World of Warcraft, its impact on the industry and Blizzard as a whole, and plenty of new information about cancelled projects, too.
The Ultimate History of Video Games - Vol. 1 + 2
A book loved by fans and industry vets alike, The Ultimate History of Video Games, Volume 1 captures decades of gaming history from the arrival of the arcade, to Nintendo’s first steps into the industry, and much more.
The sequel is out now, too, meaning you’ve got plenty to catch up on.
Press Reset - Ruin and Recovery in the Video Game Industry
Another one from Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier, and Press Reset does a great job of reminding us about the people behind the games we love, and includes sections about huge titles like Bioshock Infinite, Dead Space, and more.
It’s unflinching, and not always an easy read (or listen), but it’s a very, very important one nonetheless.
But IGN, I'm Not Eligible for the Free Audible Deal!
Look, there's always a small your-mileage-may-vary disclaimer with these types of Prime Day promotions, but fortunately it's easy to check if you qualify: log into your account, and if you see the $0.99/mo / free banner right on Amazon's Audible page, then you're eligible for this promotion.
Not seeing the offer? Hard luck, but I come bearing additional resources to ensure you can still get free access to audiobooks. This is for everyone, to be fair, as that Audible access does have an expiration date (three months, if you weren't paying attention up till now).
Libby and Borrow Box. Use them. Join your local libary and get a membership number, throw in into either of these apps and sign up to waiting lists for your next read. Top tip? Have a browse to see if you can find any other local libaries that accept membership digitally, and without proof of address. That way you can look at inventory elsewhere as well.
Is Audible Worth It?
If you do find yourself looking to enjoy more audiobooks, there are two membership options for Audible. Standard lets you pick one audiobook as long as you’re a member, while Premium Plus let’s you do the same except you can keep it. The latter also includes access to the Plus library, accessible as much as you’d like.
Premium Plus is Audible's highest tier plan and normally costs $14.95/mo, so scoring it for free right now is a proper Prime Day deal, Prime membership requirement and all. It's a good option for those without Prime as well, of course.
You can access Audible pretty much anywhere. To start, you can download the app on your mobile device or tablet via the iOS, Android, and Google stores. You can also access Audible through a Kindle device if you have one.
Plus, if you wanna just read books, Kindle Unlimited is also free for three months right now as well. Don't say I never do anything for you!
Lloyd Coombes is Gaming Editor @ Daily Star. He's a big fan of Magic: The Gathering and other collectible card games, much to his wife's dismay. He's also a tech, gaming, and fitness freelancer seen at Polygon, Eurogamer, Macworld, TechRadar, Tom’s Guide, IGN, and more.
This article contains contributions from Robert Anderson.
