Revamped Xbox Dashboard Boosts Rewards Tracking

A recent update to the Xbox dashboard UI has introduced a useful feature that enables players to access more information about their Microsoft Rewards directly from the console's home screen. Microsoft has always strived to enhance the user experience by adding new features to its consoles, and the latest patch has brought several useful additions, such as displaying gamertags alongside Discord friends and new sorting options for the store. The latest update makes it easier than ever for players to access and manage their Microsoft Rewards.

Microsoft Rewards is a program designed to incentivize players to earn points that can be used to purchase new games and win exclusive prizes. Points can be earned by completing various tasks, including playing games, earning achievements, and using the Bing search browser. Microsoft has been known to offer incredible rewards, including custom-built consoles and PCs, as grand prizes for some of its many Microsoft Rewards giveaways. With the new update, Xbox players can easily monitor their reward points while using their console.

The updated Xbox console UI now allows players to view their Microsoft Rewards points directly from the dashboard. The player's current reward points are displayed underneath their username in the top left corner, alongside their total gamerscore. Microsoft had already announced plans to test a system that shows Microsoft Rewards points from the Xbox home screen. However, the update will be slowly rolled out to testers and new users, so many players may not see it yet.

While Nintendo and Sony have their own player loyalty systems, Microsoft has placed a significant emphasis on its rewards program. Nintendo's "My Nintendo" system has been around for multiple console generations, offering credits for purchases that can be used for both games and physical prizes. Meanwhile, Sony's "PlayStation Stars" program rewards players with points and digital collectibles for buying games and completing tasks. In addition to console-related tasks, Microsoft Rewards also allows players to earn points for non-console related activities such as using Microsoft's Edge web browser.

The latest update to the Xbox's UI is just one of many changes Microsoft has made to the console over the past year. Recently, Microsoft launched Discord integration, which allows players to join voice chats directly from their Xbox consoles. In addition, the company has also made plans to make Xbox consoles more environmentally friendly and introduced new customization options. With these frequent updates, Microsoft is making a strong effort to make its consoles even more appealing to its vast playerbase.