Xbox event 1 of 3: Xbox Plays: LGBTQIA+ Game Protagonists, June 14-20
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Date: June 14-20
Location: Online
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Xbox celebrates Pride
Team Xbox proudly supports initiatives that bring unity among our LGBTQIA+ gaming community and for all gamers.
Here are some of the ways we’re celebrating
Our campaigns and actions across the organization show the power unity can bring. The challenges we face are hard to solve, but by working together we can make an impact and bring about change for all.
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New PRIDE collections from Xbox Gear Shop
Show your pride and support with the limited-edition collection of Xbox Gear, inspired by the LGBTQIA+ community. This year the Xbox Gear Shop is offering an even greater selection of products including special Xbox Game Studios inspired designs and eco-friendly options.
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Make an impact with your Microsoft Rewards points
Microsoft Rewards Members in the US can play games on Xbox to earn Microsoft Rewards points and donate those points to several organizations supporting the LGBTQIA+ communities, matched by Microsoft throughout June. Learn more on the Microsoft Rewards app on Xbox.
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Customize your profile
The new “True Colors” profile theme and gamerpics will be available to fans on PC and console. Celebrate and show your support with this new content! (Availability may differ by region.)
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Xbox Avatars Pride Gear
Xbox Avatars can celebrate Pride Month with new Pride collections from Xbox, Halo, and more. Show your support and choose between fourteen different free t-shirts and tank tops. Get your Avatar Pride gear now!
GET YOUR VIRTUAL PRIDE GEAR
Hear from the Xbox community
We are dedicated to sharing and amplifying community voices. So, in celebration of Pride, we asked Xbox Ambassadors who identify as LGBTQIA+ how games with diverse representation have impacted them and to share their stories about being a member of the gaming community.
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Join our livestreams this month
We’ll be celebrating Pride on our Twitch channel by featuring games and content creators connected to LGBTQIA+ communities throughout the month of June. We’ll also welcome game developers to talk about their experiences while creating games that represent LGBTQIA+ communities.
TUNE IN
Discover Games Curated by LGBTQIA+ Communities at Microsoft
This June and beyond, we’re highlighting games selected by LGBTQIA+ communities at Microsoft that bring focus to LGBTQIA+ creators, experiences, and protagonists, plus award winners and nominees from GLAAD and the Gayming Awards
EXPLORE THE FULL COLLECTION
Play Tell Me Why for free this June
Tell Me Why, the award-winning narrative adventure from DONTNOD Entertainment and Xbox Publishing, will be available for free on Xbox consoles, the Microsoft Store and Steam for the entire month of June 2021. Whether you're returning to Delos Crossing or experiencing the Ronan twins' reunion for the first time, we can't wait for you to join us this Pride Month.
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Make an impact with Gears 5 and Microsoft Rewards
This month, join Microsoft and The Coalition and support the social good organization of your choice through the Microsoft Rewards app on Xbox. Complete a Gears 5-based MS Rewards Punch Card and get the Pixelated Hearts banner set for use in Gears 5 multiplayer. Program is open to players in the following regions: US, CA, MX, BR, AU, UK, FR, DE, IT, ES.
Forza gets festive for Pride
Forza is getting festive! The 2021 Forza Rainbow livery, adorning the 2017 Ford Focus RS, is available for free to all players in both Forza Horizon 4 and Forza Motorsport 7. Players will automatically receive the livery through the in-game message center the next time they log in after June 1.
Xbox UKI + DIGIPRIDE Events
Gayming Magazine, the world’s only LGBTQ video game magazine, is celebrating its DIGIPRIDE season from June through August. Presented by Xbox UKI, the season includes a digital drag show, DIGIPRIDE panels, special episodes of the Gayming Podcast Live, and more!
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New nameplate available for Pride
In Halo: The Master Chief Collection, our players can customize their profile with special nameplates commemorating in-game activities or celebrating special events. Any players who log in during the month of June will automatically gain access to this unique “Unity” nameplate featuring “Rainbow Visor” Chief!
Player spotlight
Player spotlight
ImHeysus
ImHeysus is June's Xbox Ambassador of the Month!
“I think the best thing for a community is inclusion, understanding & kindness. Everyone just wants to feel welcomed & equal.”
2021 Events
Catch up with tournaments, meet other gamers, join the celebration—there's always something happening for Xbox fans.
Xbox event 2 of 3: Xbox Playdates US Titanfall 2, June 15, 2021 - 6:00 AM PT
Jun15
Date: June 15, 2021 - 6:00 AM PT
Location: Online
Xbox event 3 of 3: Xbox Playdates US Brawlhalla, June 19, 2021 – 5:00 PM PT
Jun19
Date: June 19, 2021 – 5:00 PM PT
Location: Online
Behind the scenes
See how we're making gaming more fun—for everyone—and go behind the scenes with the developers of the next Xbox hit.
Everwild – A Window Into Another World
Executive producer Louise O'Connor and Art Director Ryan Stevenson dissect the latest trailer for this Rare project.
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TEKKEN 7 – Dev Diary: Leroy Smith & Fahkumram
TEKKEN 7 Game Director Kouhei Ikeda and Producer Michael Murray discuss TEKKEN's newest original characters.
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Ninja Theory – The Dreadnought Diaries 1: The Mission
Ninja Theory discusses aspirations to make a positive impact on society through a lens of their upcoming projects.
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The Xbox Ambassador community is always looking for new members who celebrate the uniqueness of everyone; promote a safe gaming environment; and above all else, make gaming fun for everyone.
Current discussions
Upcoming games, community culture, gaming news, and more. There's so much to talk about. Join us!
Fly your gaming colors
Show your love of Xbox and the gaming community with Xbox Official Gear. Snag limited-edition shirts, collectables, and more. Love your new gear? Snap a pic, tag it with #xboxgear, and share it.*
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Thank you for being part of the Xbox community. It's gamers like you who make this the best place for gamers to unite in fun.
Now, go play—together!
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