Xbox Players Should Save Their Microsoft Rewards Points for October Sale Microsoft’s fall Rewards sale will offer discounted gift cards, giving gamers more value for their points

If you’ve been racking up Microsoft Rewards Points, you might want to pump the brakes before cashing them in. Microsoft has announced a fall Rewards sale coming in October, where members can redeem points for gift cards at a discount. That means your hard-earned points will go further if you wait just a little longer.

🎯 What Is Microsoft Rewards?

The Microsoft Rewards program lets users earn points through everyday activities like:

Browsing with Bing.
Completing Xbox Game Pass Quests.
Playing and unlocking achievements in select titles.

These points can then be redeemed for all kinds of perks, including:

Gift cards for Xbox, Amazon, Starbucks, Roblox, and more.
Digital currency for games like Minecraft and Sea of Thieves.
Movie tickets, restaurant vouchers, and other rewards.

💳 Why You Should Wait Until October

According to Microsoft, October’s “Gift Card Sale” will make it possible to grab gift cards for fewer points than usual.

Highlights include:

Xbox gift cards.
Amazon gift cards.
Likely discounts for brands like Roblox and Starbucks.

While Microsoft hasn’t confirmed the exact savings, even small discounts mean your points stretch further—so waiting until October could maximize your rewards.

📅 When Does the Sale Start?

There’s no official start date yet, but the promotional image shows October 1 circled on the calendar. While not a guarantee, it strongly suggests the sale will kick off early in the month.

🎮 How to Stock Up on Points Before the Sale

Want to pad your balance before October? Here are easy ways to boost your Microsoft Rewards total:

Complete Xbox Game Pass Quests (many just require playing Game Pass titles).
Dive into hits like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Balatro, or Hollow Knight: Silksong, all of which currently feature quests.
Keep up with daily Bing searches and other small activities.

✅ Final Thoughts

If you’ve been eyeing an Xbox, Amazon, or Roblox gift card, hold off a little longer. With Microsoft’s fall Rewards sale coming in October, you’ll get more bang for your points and maximize your rewards.