A quirky twist of fate with a recent Windows 11 update has managed to make a selection of Ubisoft games, including Star Wars Outlaws, unexpectedly difficult to play.
Isn’t it just a classic quirk of modern life? We lean so heavily on our trusty computers, and then—bam!—an update trips us up with issues out of the blue. While gaming might not top the urgency list, it’s definitely irking those dabbling in Ubisoft titles. Following the latest Windows 11 update, gamers have hit roadblocks with a handful of Ubisoft’s game offerings. Last week’s update triggered a wave of frustration as a number of users discovered their games were suddenly acting up. The good news? You aren’t alone in this—Microsoft has held up their hand, affirming that the glitch is more widespread than merely your own setup.
According to a statement from Microsoft, “Once Windows 11, version 24H2, is installed, you might stumble into unexpected trouble with certain Ubisoft titles.” The issues can be anything from games freezing at launch or load screens to crashing with a dreaded black screen during gameplay. They’ve pinpointed a few games that are particularly affected: Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Assassin’s Creed Origins, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, Star Wars Outlaws, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
To help ease the disruption, Microsoft has put a temporary hold on offering this update to devices with these specific games already installed. This means if you’ve been sidestepping potential headaches, automatic updates for Windows 11, version 24H2, won’t knock on your door just yet. Microsoft advises steering clear of manual updates via the Windows 11 Installation Assistant or media creation tool until they smooth over the current troubles.
Meanwhile, Ubisoft hasn’t left players completely in the lurch—they’ve rolled out an interim hotfix. While it’s not a perfect solution, they’ve warned there might still be some performance hiccups as they hammer out a complete fix. In the interim, it might be wise to switch gears and tackle other games in that ever-growing backlog. Besides, a little change of pace could be just what the gaming doctor ordered!
