Xbox players might want to check their accounts, as a small cash surprise has started showing up for a set of people. To be precise, Microsoft is giving away free store credit, but there’s a catch: The reward is tied to a specific purchase.
The giveaway has already started attracting attention—as it should—with eligible buyers beginning to report that their accounts have received the credit. If you’ve recently pre-ordered a certain Xbox game, you might want to take a closer look at your Xbox wallet before spending money on your next digital purchase.
If you pre-ordered Gears of War: E-Day through the Microsoft Store during the promotional period, you might qualify for a $5 gift card in the US (or £4 in the UK). The reward is part of Microsoft's pre-order promotion, which also includes two in-game cosmetic items.
However, not every pre-order qualifies. According to Microsoft's official terms, customers had to purchase the Standard Edition, Premium Edition, or Premium Upgrade Bundle through a participating Microsoft Store. The offer ran until October 6, 2026, for the Standard Edition and October 1 for the Premium Edition or Premium Upgrade Bundle, subject to availability.
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