New Feature Added to Microsoft Rewards Update

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So, let me tell you about something cool I stumbled upon the other day, or maybe it was totally random. Xbox people – those who dig into their consoles and get all those Microsoft Rewards – can now snag Xbox Gift Cards with any amount they like. Up to $100! I mean, they used to be stuck with just $5 options. Talk about a game-changer! Who decided this, I wonder? It’s like they finally read our minds.

Anyway – no, wait – let’s backtrack a bit. This whole thing showed up after the latest Xbox update. I guess it really matters for those who pile up Rewards points like squirrels hoarding nuts. Not kidding! I use Microsoft Rewards a bit myself. It’s this loyalty gig from Microsoft where playing games and messing around on Bing earns you points. You can use them for discounts and stuff. Personally, I think it’s kind of neat.

Oh! And don’t forget the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. You know, they rolled out some change – or was it last month? Not entirely sure – yeah, they let us swap points for three months of the Game Pass. Costs a bunch, though! But worth it, right? Especially when Xbox Game Pass prices shot up earlier this year. Ugh, don’t get me started on that.

So, back to gift cards. Here’s what you do… head to that “Rewards” hub. Pick Xbox Gift Card and maybe choose “Custom.” Suddenly, it’s like – voilà! – enter anywhere from $5 to $100. Just press “Redeem Reward,” and poof, it’s in your account. Ridiculously simple and slightly magical.

Anyway, maybe this is just their way to make up for some annoying stuff they pulled with Microsoft Rewards before. They seriously cramped the style on earning points through Bing – apparently to shake off the spammers. But it kinda slapped legit users wrong, like a bad joke. I’m only half-kidding.

So, fingers crossed Microsoft keeps their eye on the ball, you know? We need more options and perks, less hoops to jump through. ‘Cause loyal gamers deserve some love, right?

Yeah, I think that about sums it up. If you’re knee-deep in Xbox and got points burning a hole in your virtual pocket, go check it out! Or don’t – what do I know?

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