Microsoft is turning 50 this week and it's offering free Dynamic Backgrounds for Xbox users

Microsoft is marking its 50th anniversary with exciting digital offerings for Xbox users and fans of its iconic games. To celebrate five decades of innovation, the company is introducing new dynamic backgrounds, profile themes, badges, and even a special Microsoft Solitaire theme.

The 50th Anniversary Dynamic Background features beloved characters from Microsoft’s gaming legacy, including Master Chief, Marcus Fenix, Vault Boy, and Doom Slayer. These backgrounds are designed to honor the memories and milestones of gaming over the years. Xbox users can easily apply these dynamic backgrounds through the personalization settings on their consoles.

For those who love a touch of nostalgia, Microsoft has unveiled new profile themes, including Gamerpics, featuring classic icons like the old Windows cursor, a floppy disk, and Clippy. These themes allow users to relive the charm of earlier Microsoft eras while customizing their profiles.

Microsoft is offering a 50th Anniversary Badge for Xbox profiles as a token of appreciation for its community. To claim this badge, users must join the Xbox Insider Program and follow simple steps to add it to their profiles.

Additionally, the celebration extends to Microsoft Solitaire, a game that has been a staple for many users over the years. The 50th Anniversary Theme for Solitaire includes a custom background, deck style, and card backs, bringing a festive touch to the classic game.

Microsoft is turning 50 this week, and the Redmond-based tech giant will hold a special conference on Friday where it might unveil some of the future services and products. Don’t get your hopes up, but there is a chance the company might talk about the next version of Windows, the next Xbox console, and so on.