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How Microsoft’s New Policy Will Make Xbox Game Pass Pricier for Reward Users

Prashant Chaudhary by Prashant Chaudhary
February 27, 2025
in Gaming, Microsoft, News
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Big Changes Ahead: How Microsoft's New Policy Will Make Xbox Game Pass Pricier for Reward Users

In an unexpected twist for gamers who use Microsoft Rewards to subsidize their Xbox Game Pass subscriptions, a significant change is on the horizon. Starting April 20, 2025, Microsoft will alter the way Rewards points can be used towards Game Pass subscriptions, affecting gamers’ wallets and gaming habits alike.

Big Changes Ahead: How Microsoft's New Policy Will Make Xbox Game Pass Pricier for Reward Users
Navigating the New Costs: Understanding Xbox Game Pass Subscription Changes.

Impact on UK Gamers: A Sharp Increase in Points

Microsoft’s recent announcement, as detailed by Pure Xbox, indicates that the auto-redeem feature for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Xbox Game Pass Core, and PC Game Pass will undergo substantial modifications. The company has decided to discontinue the current auto-redeem subscriptions, replacing them with a new option that will require more points than before.
This change is attributed to a “recent increase in Microsoft Rewards points needed for Xbox Game Pass subscriptions purchased with Rewards points,” according to the email sent to Microsoft Rewards members. This means that while the auto-redeem feature will remain, it will become pricier, pushing users to accrue more points or potentially pay out of pocket.

Big Changes Ahead: How Microsoft's New Policy Will Make Xbox Game Pass Pricier for Reward Users
Xbox Game Pass Update: What Microsoft’s Rewards Policy Shift Means for You.

The Reason Behind the Rise

For UK-based gamers, the impact is already becoming clear. The cost in Rewards points for a PC Game Pass subscription is set to rise from 7,750 to 10,500 points, and the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate will see an increase from 12,000 to 17,000 points. These changes suggest a significant hike in how much gamers will need to invest in terms of time and effort to maintain their subscriptions via Rewards points.

The motivation behind Microsoft’s shift in Rewards policy could be multifaceted. As the gaming landscape evolves and the cost of providing such subscription services presumably rises, Microsoft appears to be recalibrating its Rewards system to ensure it remains sustainable. This adjustment also hints at Microsoft’s strategy to encourage more direct financial transactions over point-based redemptions, likely to stabilize revenue streams from their subscription services.

Big Changes Ahead: How Microsoft's New Policy Will Make Xbox Game Pass Pricier for Reward Users
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As the cut-off date approaches, gamers currently using points to access Game Pass have a narrowing window to redeem at the existing rates. Post-April 20, the new rates will take effect, compelling those who relied on this method to rethink how they fund their gaming needs.

For avid gamers and Rewards collectors, adapting to these changes will be crucial. Exploring other avenues within the Microsoft ecosystem to accumulate points faster or considering direct subscription payments may become necessary. As this situation develops, staying informed and proactive in managing subscriptions will be key to continuing uninterrupted access to Xbox Game Pass.

Tags: Digital Subscriptionsgame economyGaming NewsMicrosoft Rewardsreward pointssubscription changesXbox Game Pass

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