Gamers with a Microsoft account can currently get 500 Microsoft Rewards Points by installing and signing into their email using the “Outlook for Windows” app, potentially employing these points to pay for services such as Xbox Game Pass later. This is a great opportunity for Xbox Game Pass subscribers to score some easy points, but unfortunately, the promotion is only available to users based in the United States.
Microsoft Rewards has become quite popular with Xbox gamers. The points can be obtained through simple activities such as playing Xbox games or purchasing products on the Microsoft Store, and are stored on the user’s account. When spent, the Microsoft Rewards Points can be used to pay for new games or services such as Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
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Now, Microsoft has created a new way for gamers to score 500 easy Microsoft Rewards Points between June 27 and July 27. As spotted by Pure Xbox, all Xbox gamers have to do is download and install the “Outlook for Windows” app for PC, sign in to their email account there, and use the service. Afterwards, users will receive an email from Microsoft Rewards about 20 days after the offer is completed, and will get more instructions on how to claim these 500 points. The whole process is pretty straightforward, and gamers do not need to continue using the app if they don’t want to. The offer is exclusive to users based in the United States.
How to Get an Easy 500 Microsoft Points
- Download the Outlook for Windows app on your PC.
- Open Outlook for Windows from your taskbar.
- Sign in with your personal Microsoft account.
- You’ll receive an email from Microsoft Rewards about 20 days after the offer is completed.
- Claim the 500 points.
- Only works for users in the United States.
Fortunately, a new change may make these points even more useful for Game Pass subscribers. Microsoft has recently brought back the ability to get three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for 35,000 points for Level 2 members or 42,000 for standard ones using Microsoft Rewards.
Also, Microsoft has recently enabled gamers to redeem Microsoft Rewards Points into Xbox Gift Cards with custom amounts. As long as they redeem at least $5, gamers can select the exact amount to gain up to $100, instead of using the old $5 increment system.
Not every change in Microsoft Rewards has been positive in 2025, though. Earlier this year, multiple gamers complained that Microsoft was limiting their Rewards points obtained via Bing searches. According to Microsoft, these changes were made to deter spam; however, it was possible that some users were legitimately affected by it. In any case, it’s always best for Microsoft Rewards users to be regularly updated on the changes in the system so they can enjoy more benefits with the loyalty program.