Microsoft Revamps Game Pass Quests and Rewards

Summary

• Starting January 7, Xbox Game Pass will introduce Quests for PC users to earn rewards, available exclusively to players 18 and older.
• Changes include daily, weekly, and monthly opportunities to earn points, along with the return of Xbox Game Pass weekly streaks.
• Players can explore various games and earn rewards by playing at least 15 minutes each, but those under 18 won't have access to the new benefits.

Microsoft is rolling out exciting updates to Xbox Game Pass, bringing new ways for players to earn points and introducing Quests for PC Game Pass subscribers. These enhancements aim to enrich "age-appropriate gaming experiences," ensuring that Game Pass Rewards are accessible only to players aged 18 and above.

Xbox Game Pass offers subscribers an extensive library of games for both Xbox consoles and Windows PCs through a monthly subscription. The service features various tiers, each with unique advantages. Members can participate in Quests and Rewards, earning points by completing specific tasks, which can then be redeemed for various rewards. Now, Microsoft is set to revamp this system significantly.

As detailed on Xbox Wire, starting January 7, Quests will no longer be exclusive to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members. PC Game Pass players will also have the opportunity to earn rewards, introducing new ways to accumulate points. All players aged 18 or older with an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass membership can access Xbox Quests and the Rewards Hub directly from their profile. Note that there is a minimum playtime requirement of 15 minutes per game to earn points, and Quests are applicable only to titles within the Game Pass catalog, excluding games with third-party launchers.

Game Pass Quests and Rewards Changes

• Quests will be available for PC Game Pass members starting January 7.
• New Game Pass quests include:
  • Daily Play – Earn 10 points daily by playing any game from the Game Pass catalog for at least 15 minutes.
  • Weekly Streaks – Play for at least five days a week to complete your streak. The more days you play, the more points you earn. Maintain your streak week over week to unlock bigger point multipliers: a 2-week streak earns 2x the base streak points, a 3-week streak earns 3x, and a streak beyond 4 weeks earns 4x the base streak points.
  • Monthly 4-Pack – Explore the Game Pass catalog by playing four different games (for at least 15 minutes each) every month.
  • Monthly 8-Pack – Further your gaming experience by playing eight different games (for at least 15 minutes each) every calendar month. The games from your 4-Pack count towards the 8-Pack as well.
• PC Weekly Bonus – Earn 150 points by playing (for at least 15 minutes) for 5 days or more.
• The Rewards Hub, used for tracking and earning points on Xbox consoles, the Xbox app for Windows PC, and the Xbox app for mobile, will no longer be available to players under 18 years old.

The updated Game Pass Quest system simplifies the process of earning rewards, offering daily, weekly, and monthly opportunities, and reintroducing Xbox Game Pass weekly streaks. Players who play for at least five days in a week can multiply their points. Maintaining a streak every week can increase the multiplier from 2x to 4x. Additionally, users can earn points daily by playing any title in the Game Pass catalog or by completing monthly packs that require playing four to eight different games for 15 minutes each month.

Members aged 18 and older can also earn a new PC weekly bonus by playing 15 minutes a day for 5 days. Microsoft emphasizes its commitment to creating age-appropriate experiences, meaning players younger than 18 will not have access to these new benefits and rewards. The only way for younger players to earn rewards while playing any title on Xbox Game Pass is through parentally approved purchases of eligible items on Microsoft’s store. With this update, Microsoft continues to enhance the ways players can enjoy their subscription service.

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