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Xbox Rewards offers double points for birthday purchases

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Xbox offers a birthday perk through its Microsoft Rewards program, allowing users to earn double points on game and add-on purchases made during their birthday week. These accumulated points can then be redeemed for various digital items, including gift cards for games like Candy Crush and League of Legends, in-game currency for titles such as Sea of Thieves, or even donations to charities like UNICEF. To be eligible, users must have a Microsoft Account and be signed up for Xbox Rewards. AI

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Xbox Rewards offers double points for birthday purchases

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