Xbox often receives criticism from its community, but there are moments when the company shows its generosity, offering unexpected perks.
A notable example comes from user TheVittler, who shared on r/MicrosoftRewards that they were gifted 500 free points in celebration of seven years of using the Rewards program. Alongside a screenshot of the notification, the user joked, “It’s been a good seven years. One day I’ll have to pay for Game Pass.” While they didn’t elaborate on how they’ve managed to avoid paying for Game Pass thus far, it’s certainly impressive.
Others in the community have managed similar feats, with some stacking memberships to ensure their Game Pass subscription remains active for the long term. One user, BurnItFromOrbit, commented, “I hear you on that one, but I have about two and a half years stacked, and only lose one or two months a year. So I’m good for a while.”
As for the free store credit, many view it as a nice gesture, though not everyone was impressed with the amount. One user, -D-A-M-I-E-N-, expressed disappointment with the 500-point gift, saying, “Only 500 points?! Lol. And for seven years?!? That’s crazy. I know MS is cheap, but damn.” The original poster agreed, acknowledging that while 500 points doesn’t stretch far, they still appreciated the surprise.
Despite this, Microsoft’s Rewards program generally offers more ways to earn points than PlayStation Stars, providing users with numerous opportunities to accumulate rewards. Additionally, the program regularly offers free games, as evidenced by the 10 titles currently available for redemption.
So, if your Xbox anniversary is coming up, you might just find yourself with some free store credit to celebrate.

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