Microsoft Rewards has always been about small incentives that add up over time, and Xbox’s latest experiment suggests the company is still refining how it motivates players. In early 2026, reports from the Microsoft Rewards Reddit community revealed that Xbox has begun testing a brand-new monthly quest aimed squarely at Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. While it may seem modest on the surface, the idea behind it signals an interesting shift.

The new quest is called “Game Pass monthly multi-platform.” As the name implies, it encourages players to engage with Game Pass across multiple ecosystems. By playing Game Pass titles on console, PC, and via cloud streaming for at least 30 minutes each, eligible users can earn 150 Microsoft Rewards points per month. It’s a simple requirement, but one that reflects how Xbox increasingly wants players to move fluidly between platforms.

At the moment, access to this quest is limited. Some users in the United States report seeing it in their Xbox Rewards Hub, while others do not, and players in regions like the UK appear to be completely excluded for now. This uneven rollout strongly suggests a controlled test rather than a full launch. Xbox has a history of trialing Rewards features in select regions before making broader changes, so this approach isn’t surprising.

If you’re eligible, finding the quest is straightforward. On Xbox console, pressing the “A” button on your profile icon brings up the Rewards Hub. From there, navigating to “My Rewards” and scrolling beneath the monthly 8-pack section reveals the new quest. Only Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members appear to qualify at this stage, which aligns with Xbox’s push to make Ultimate the most comprehensive tier.

While 150 points per month won’t instantly earn gift cards or subscriptions, longtime Rewards users know the system is built on accumulation. Small monthly bonuses can stack alongside daily searches, weekly streaks, and other quests. Over a year, even minor additions contribute to tangible value.

More importantly, this test reflects Xbox’s broader ecosystem strategy. By rewarding engagement across console, PC, and cloud, Microsoft reinforces the idea that Xbox is no longer tied to a single device. This philosophy has been central ever since initiatives like the Xbox Game Pass 2025 Overhaul emphasized flexibility, cross-platform access, and a unified library.

The multi-platform quest subtly nudges players to try cloud streaming if they haven’t already or to sample PC Game Pass alongside console play. For Xbox, that data is invaluable. For players, it’s a low-effort way to earn extra points while naturally exploring the service they’re already paying for.

If the test proves successful, point values, time requirements, or eligibility rules could change before a wider rollout. Xbox may also expand the quest to additional regions once feedback is gathered.

For now, this new monthly quest is easy to overlook—but it hints at a future where Microsoft Rewards more closely mirrors how modern players actually use Game Pass. Checking your Rewards Hub might be worth the effort.