Recent Windows 11 Update Disrupts Assassin's Creed Gameplay; Patches Released
A recent Windows 11 update (24H2) introduced compatibility problems for several Assassin's Creed titles. Fortunately, Ubisoft has swiftly addressed the issue for Assassin's Creed Origins and Assassin's Creed Valhalla, releasing patches to restore functionality. However, some Ubisoft games, notably Assassin's Creed Odyssey, remain affected.
The Windows 11 24H2 update, while boasting features like Wi-Fi 7 support and AI Copilot+ PC integration, inadvertently caused launch failures and malfunctions in certain games. Ubisoft's patches for Origins (230 MB) and Valhalla (500 MB) are available via Steam and should resolve the problems for those titles. Players should ensure sufficient storage space before installing.
Ongoing Issues and Future Fixes
While the patches are a welcome relief for many, reports persist of ongoing issues with other Ubisoft games, including Assassin's Creed Odyssey. This game, along with others, may experience unresponsiveness or complete failure to launch. While previous fixes addressed problems with titles such as Star Wars: Outlaws and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, performance issues may still require further attention. Players of Assassin's Creed Odyssey are advised to postpone the Windows 11 24H2 update until a dedicated patch is released.
The unexpected incompatibility highlights a potential oversight in Microsoft's testing process. Reports of game malfunctions surfaced months before the official 24H2 rollout, yet the problem persisted. This is particularly concerning given Microsoft's push for Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11. Thankfully, the majority of games appear unaffected.
