Gift cards offered through the Gear Store are intended for use exclusively on that specific platform and are limited in scope to eligible merchandise available on the site. These cards can only be applied toward the purchase of physical products listed within the store and cannot be used across other services, platforms, or digital offerings associated with Bethesda. Customers should be aware that attempting to use a gift card outside of the designated store environment will not be successful, as the cards are not transferable between different systems or marketplaces.

All transactions involving gift cards are treated as final once completed. This means that after a gift card has been purchased, it cannot be returned, exchanged, or refunded under normal circumstances. Exceptions may only apply where required by applicable laws or regulations. Customers are encouraged to verify all details before completing a gift card purchase to ensure accuracy, as reversals are not typically permitted.

When a purchase made using a gift card is later refunded, the reimbursement will not be issued through the original payment method unless that method was used in combination with another form of payment. Instead, the refunded amount will be provided in the form of a newly issued gift card. This ensures that the value remains within the store ecosystem and can be used again for future purchases. Customers should retain their replacement card details carefully, as they function in the same way as the original.

Gift cards have a defined validity period, after which they will no longer be usable. Under standard conditions, the balance on a gift card remains active for a period of five years from the date it was purchased. Once this time has passed, any remaining balance may expire and become inaccessible, unless local laws dictate otherwise. It is therefore recommended that customers make use of their gift card balance within this timeframe to avoid losing its value.

Although there is no strict requirement to use a gift card immediately, leaving a card unused for an extended period may result in expiration, depending on the terms mentioned above. Customers are encouraged to redeem their balance in a timely manner to fully benefit from the value provided. The system does not automatically extend expiration dates due to inactivity, so awareness of the timeline is important.

Gift cards can be used across multiple transactions as long as there is a remaining balance available. If the total cost of a purchase is less than the available balance, the remaining amount will stay on the card for future use. However, once the balance reaches zero, the card can no longer be used. It is important to note that gift cards cannot be reloaded with additional funds once their initial balance has been spent.

During checkout, customers may apply more than one gift card toward a single purchase if needed. This allows for flexibility when combining balances from multiple cards. Gift cards are also treated as a standard form of payment, meaning they can be used alongside other payment methods or combined with valid promotional discounts where permitted. However, gift cards cannot be used to purchase additional gift cards, as this type of transaction is not supported.

In addition to covering the cost of merchandise, gift cards may also be applied to associated charges such as shipping fees and applicable taxes. This ensures that the total order amount can be fully or partially paid using the card balance, depending on the available funds.

Discount codes are generally not applicable when purchasing a gift card itself, as these products are typically excluded from promotional offers. However, once a gift card has been redeemed and applied as a payment method, it does not interfere with the use of valid discount codes on eligible items within the same order.

Gift cards cannot be exchanged for cash, nor can they be redeemed for monetary value outside of the store. They are intended solely as a prepaid method for purchasing merchandise within the Gear Store and do not function as a general financial instrument. By purchasing or using a gift card, customers agree to these terms and acknowledge the limitations associated with its use.