This certainly isn't a new concept -- just ask anyone who's ever handed out a freebie on Steam. It's also unclear if this is exactly how gifting will work by the time the feature reaches the public. Still, this is more than a little helpful, and not just for birthdays or holidays. If you've ever had a friend who wanted to join in an Xbox multiplayer match but couldn't afford to buy the game on the spot, you can do it for them.