Microsoft has announced new changes to the Xbox Game Pass Quests program, but so far these changes are only being implemented in Australia. The new quests involve playing multiple games for 15 minutes each month, as well as a new multiplier feature for the Weekly Streaks.
However, it's unclear if these changes will be expanded to other regions beyond Australia. The Microsoft Rewards team has described the changes as a "reimagining" of the Xbox Game Pass Quests, but the overall earning potential per month may not change significantly.
Some users have expressed concerns that the new "play 8 different games for 15+ minutes" requirement per month seems too excessive and could feel more like a "box ticking exercise" rather than natural gameplay. But others have noted that the return of weekly streaks with multipliers could be a positive change.
Overall, the new Xbox Game Pass Quests in Australia appear to be a significant overhaul, but it remains to be seen if these changes will be rolled out more broadly or if they will end up being a downgrade in value for users outside of Australia.
