For years, Rewards Hunter has been a trusted guide for gamers looking to maximize their Microsoft Rewards points. His YouTube channel became a go-to resource, helping players navigate the often-complex system of earning points through in-game challenges. However, with Microsoft significantly simplifying its Rewards Program, the man behind the channel has decided it’s time to step away, announcing his retirement from content creation.
The decision comes as Microsoft recently overhauled the Xbox Game Pass Quests system, making it easier for players to earn points. Previously, users had to complete specific in-game challenges, unlock achievements, or perform other complicated tasks to collect rewards. Rewards Hunter helped countless players complete these challenges efficiently. But with the new system now rewarding points for simply playing a game for a set amount of time or logging in daily, there is little need for the kind of detailed tutorials he used to provide.
Following the retirement announcement, the Xbox community flooded social media with messages of gratitude. Many long-time viewers shared how the channel helped them earn free Xbox Game Pass subscriptions, gift cards, and donations through the program. Even Gary Waliczek, Principal Architect at Xbox, acknowledged Rewards Hunter’s impact, engaging with the creator on social media. He confirmed that the shift towards a simpler quest system was intentional, noting that while it made the program more accessible, it also made certain tutorial-style content unnecessary. After hearing about the retirement, he even posted an image of an applauding audience as a tribute.
Many fans echoed the sentiment, thanking Rewards Hunter for making the system easier to understand over the years. His detailed walkthroughs allowed players to rack up points with minimal effort, unlocking valuable rewards that would have otherwise required hours of trial and error.
While this marks the end of an era, the ever-changing nature of Microsoft Rewards leaves the door open for a potential comeback. The program has gone through numerous revisions in the past, and there’s no guarantee that simplified quests will last forever. Should Microsoft introduce new challenges that require deeper strategy once again, fans hope that Rewards Hunter will consider making a return to help them navigate the system.
For now, though, it’s the end of a significant chapter in the Microsoft Rewards community. As players adapt to the easier, more automated way of earning points, the legacy of Rewards Hunter’s contributions will undoubtedly be remembered.
