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Xbox reward system. Xbox is experimenting with a new Reward system aimed at encouraging regular console usage, rewarding users who play for at least three days a week. The initiative was launched coinciding with Asha Sharma’s arrival at Microsoft, but it has not been officially announced as an open testing phase.
The first reports regarding the appearance of a dedicated indicator arrived toward the end of September from several members enrolled in the Xbox Insider program. Stephen Totilo from Game File conducted a more in-depth investigation, obtaining concrete details on how the system works.
Xbox reward system: why it matters
The mechanism requires that to keep a “streak” active, users must utilize their Xbox console on at least three different days within each solar week (with the start of the week set to Monday). Totilo recorded the first day of the series during a gaming session of Gears of War E-Day. The second day, which occurred on Minecraft, was counted after approximately five minutes of gameplay, while the third activated with EA Sports FC 26 in just two minutes.
At present, several aspects remain unclear. It is not yet known whether it is possible to keep the streak active by using entertainment applications like Disney Plus, rather than limiting activity to video games, or if the system functions correctly with multiple devices connected to the same Xbox user account. Furthermore, it remains unknown whether a notification will be sent to the user if they are about to break their streak.
Microsoft has not released any additional official communications on the matter, and clarifications are awaited on how and when this Reward system will be implemented for all Xbox users. We recall that the Mythic Goal became available on Xbox just a few weeks ago, an award designed to recognize the most completionist players, similar to the Platinum trophy found on PlayStation.
What changes and what are the effects
The investigation conducted by Game File helped clarify how the system records activity. The first day of the series was activated by playing Gears of War E-Day, the second with approximately five minutes of play on Minecraft, and the third with just two minutes dedicated to EA Sports FC 26.
Uncertainties remain regarding how the system operates. It is unclear whether using apps like Disney Plus can be considered valid for keeping the streak active, or if it is possible to use multiple devices connected to the same Xbox account. Additionally, it is unknown whether Microsoft will send a notification to users in case of a risk of breaking their series.
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