Ahead of its 10th anniversary, Microsoft Rewards quietly implements a change that makes it a significantly worse proposition for many Xbox gamers.

A subtle but noticeable shift has hit Microsoft Rewards, with Xbox gift card redemptions increasing in cost for users in both the US and the UK.

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