Do you play on Windows 11? If so, there’s important news you need to know. The latest system update is causing issues with several games, specifically affecting recent titles from Ubisoft.
For unknown reasons, the update makes games freeze during startup, loading, or even gameplay. Microsoft is aware of the issue and has paused the update’s rollout while searching for a solution.
If you’ve already installed the update and are experiencing these problems, note that the company has provided a temporary fix for those unable to close the affected games. Below, we detail the issue and share how to avoid it.
Windows 11 update causes issues with several Ubisoft games
Microsoft recently released the 24H2 update for Windows 11, surprising players as it introduced various problems with certain titles. Specifically, the affected games include Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Assassin's Creed Origins, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Star Wars Outlaws, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
The company acknowledged the issue, explaining that players might experience unexpected freezing at launch, during loading, or while playing. Additionally, some may encounter a black screen preventing gameplay.
“We recommend that you do not attempt to manually update to version 24H2 using the Windows 11 Installation Assistant or the media creation tool until this issue has been resolved.”
As a result, Microsoft has paused the update’s distribution while investigating. They also advised against manually downloading the update until further notice.
Currently, the company is working with Ubisoft to identify and resolve the issue with the affected games. Meanwhile, they’ve provided a workaround for users who can’t close these games properly.
What to do about the Windows 11 error in Ubisoft games?
If you’ve already downloaded the Windows 11 update and plan to play one of the Ubisoft games mentioned, patience will be your best ally. There’s no permanent fix yet as the companies continue working on a solution.
Meanwhile, Ubisoft has released an update to mitigate freezing issues in Star Wars Outlaws. Microsoft has also provided a workaround for those unable to close the affected games:
- Open Task Manager. This can be accomplished by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc on your keyboard. Alternatively, you can right-click on the Start button and select Task Manager from the menu
- In the Task Manager window, look for your game in the Processes tab. It might be listed under the name of the game or the game launcher
- Click on the game’s name to highlight it. Then, click the End Task button at the bottom right of the window. This will close the game
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