Microsoft celebrates upcoming Windows 10 Anniversary Update with Windows Store deals

In the run-up to the release of the Windows 10 Anniversary Update on August 2, Microsoft has launched some deals to celebrate in the Windows Store. Included are a number of game deals and promotions, along with a free movie rental and more.

First up, Minecraft fans can currently snag the first episode of Minecraft Story Mode for free through July 29. If you end up hooked, episodes 2-6 are also currently discounted by 50%. And if regular Minecraft action is more your speed, you can currently grab a free roller coaster map for Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition Beta.

On the media side of things, Microsoft has offered up a free movie rental for School of Rock, the Jack Black flick from 2003, through July 25. Additionally, while this isn't necessarily brand-new, Microsoft is highlighting a Groove Music promotion through which you can sign up for a Music Pass and get four months for the price of one.

For more details, be sure to give Microsoft's full blog post a read, and let us know in the commentswhat you'll be picking up!

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Former Editor-in-Chief

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