Xbox Gamers in Some Regions Are Getting Free Gift Cards

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While offering one of the most interesting value propositions in the entire gaming industry with the Xbox Game Pass has become the norm for Microsoft over the years, it seems like the company has plenty more where that comes from. The Xbox Summer Sale 2022 is now live, and Microsoft is using the opportunity to deliver even more goodies to the unsuspecting gaming populace.

Namely, Xbox gamers from certain regions of the world have started reporting that Microsoft is freely giving away gift cards to users that have been chosen seemingly at random. The catch, however, is that this opportunity might not be available to US and UK users, and may instead be a regionally localized promotional effort, according to what information is currently available.

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While there's plenty of pomp surrounding this year's Xbox Summer Sale, Microsoft's stealthy giveaway hasn't been given much attention up until now, with users from across the globe reporting that they've been receiving Xbox Gift Cards. Specifically, it seems like Australian, Brazilian, and Mexican users might be targeted for this batch of giveaways, as Xbox gamers from these regions have begun to share their experiences on Twitter.

Naturally, the lucky winners are essentially being provided with an opportunity to get the best Xbox Summer Sale deals at even lower prices than they otherwise may have nailed down, but it's worth pointing out that there doesn't seem to be a set value for the gift cards that are being given away. A Brazilian Xbox user by the name of Cleurobsonin reported that they received a gift card of 20 BRL ($3.67). Australian Xbox user, The Jackel, however, received $14 AUD ($9.74).

Regardless of regional currency