Summary

• Starting January 7, Xbox Game Pass will introduce Quests for PC users to earn rewards, exclusively for players 18 and older.
• Changes include daily, weekly, and monthly opportunities to earn points, 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 these new benefits.

Microsoft is rolling out exciting updates to Xbox Game Pass, enhancing the way players can earn points and introducing Quests for PC Game Pass users. These updates aim to create "age-appropriate gaming experiences," restricting Game Pass Rewards to players aged 18 and above.

Xbox Game Pass offers a diverse library of games accessible on Xbox consoles and Windows PCs through a monthly subscription. The service provides various tiers, each with unique perks. Members can participate in Quests and Rewards, earning points by completing quests that can be redeemed for various rewards. Now, Microsoft is set to enhance this system further.

As detailed on Xbox Wire, starting January 7, Quests will expand beyond Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, allowing PC Game Pass players to earn rewards as well. Every player aged 18 or older with an active Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass membership can access Xbox Quests and the Rewards Hub from their profile. However, there's a minimum playtime requirement of at least 15 minutes per game, and Quests are limited to titles within the Game Pass catalog, excluding games launched through third-party platforms.

Game Pass Quests and Rewards Changes

• Quests available for PC Game Pass members starting January 7
• New Game Pass quests available
  • 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 the base streak points, and anything beyond a 4-week streak 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 – Push your gaming further by playing eight different games (for at least 15 minutes each) every calendar month. The 4 games from your 4-Pack count towards the 8-Pack, too.
• PC Weekly Bonus, awarding 150 points when playing (for at least 15 minutes) for 5 days or more.
• The Rewards Hub, used for tracking and earning points on Xbox console, 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 is designed to be more user-friendly, offering daily, weekly, and monthly opportunities to earn rewards, along with the return of Xbox Game Pass weekly streaks. Players who play at least five days a week can multiply their points, with the multiplier increasing from 2x to 4x as they maintain their streak week after week. Additionally, members can earn points daily by playing any title in the Game Pass catalog or complete monthly packs by exploring four to eight different games for 15 minutes each month.

Members aged 18 and older can earn a new PC weekly bonus by playing 15 minutes a day for 5 days. Microsoft emphasizes its commitment to age-appropriate experiences, meaning players under 18 won't have access to these new benefits and rewards. The only way for younger players to earn rewards is through parentally approved purchases of eligible items on Microsoft’s store. With these updates, Microsoft aims to enrich the gaming experience for its subscribers.

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