Imagine sitting down for a quiet evening of stealthy parkour and historical escapades in your favorite Assassin’s Creed game only to be met with blank screens, crashes, or an unplayable mess—this is what players of certain Ubisoft games experienced after the rollout of last October’s Windows 11 24H2 update. If this felt like a dagger in the heart of your gaming setup, you’re not alone. After months of chaos and an array of frustrated forum posts, it seems that Ubisoft and Microsoft have teamed up to mostly save the day. However, one notable exception lingers, like an unresolved plot twist in an Assassin's Creed storyline.
Here’s the full breakdown of what went down, what’s been fixed, and what still needs serious attention.
It all started with the Windows 11 version 24H2 update, a patch that promised system optimizations, new features, and the usual bells and whistles from Microsoft. Instead, it inadvertently gave gamers a headache. Upon updating, fans of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, Origins, and Valhalla—and even some other Ubisoft titles like Star Wars Outlaws and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora—discovered that their games turned into unplayable artifacts. The issues ranged from:
Here’s why this matters:
Currently, Microsoft’s “Known Issues” page even flags Odyssey (alongside Origins and Valhalla in some cases) as problematic for users running 24H2. But Ubisoft has remained silent about when—or if—we’ll see a fix for this beloved game.
Why? Any attempt to force an update could result in your entire gaming library turning into a collection of digital paperweights. For now, patience is your greatest ally—just like sneaking around a restricted area in-game.
Let’s not go full conspiracy theory here—Windows isn’t losing its market share overnight. However, with each problematic update, they risk nudging gamers to explore other options. And if another issue of this magnitude arises, these “nudges” might turn into full-on shoves.
For now, Odyssey players remain underserved. Here’s hoping we can unlock the full patch “achievement” soon because nobody wants to leave Ancient Greece’s mesmerizing sunscapes untraveled for too long. Remember, patience is key, both in sneaking past enemies and waiting for software patches.
So, dear readers, what do you think? Does this make you rethink system updates, or has it shaken your loyalty to PC gaming on Windows? Let us know in the forums!
Source: PCGamesN Multiple Assassin's Creed games broken by a Windows 11 update have been fixed, but one still remains
Here’s the full breakdown of what went down, what’s been fixed, and what still needs serious attention.
What Happened? A Quick Recap of the Problem
It all started with the Windows 11 version 24H2 update, a patch that promised system optimizations, new features, and the usual bells and whistles from Microsoft. Instead, it inadvertently gave gamers a headache. Upon updating, fans of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, Origins, and Valhalla—and even some other Ubisoft titles like Star Wars Outlaws and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora—discovered that their games turned into unplayable artifacts. The issues ranged from:- Instant crashes when attempting to launch games,
- Steady frame drops and stuttering,
- Black screens of infinity, leaving gamers trapped in digital limbo.
What’s Fixed?
The good news first: Assassin’s Creed Origins and Valhalla—two entries in the franchise juggernaut—have finally received updates that solve their Windows 11 compatibility issues. The fixes were deployed directly to the Steam builds of these games, meaning you no longer have to jump through hoops or use workaround hacks just to get these games running smoothly on your updated PC.Here’s why this matters:
- Assassin's Creed: Valhalla is one of Ubisoft’s most massively ambitious RPG experiences, blending Viking mythology, brutal combat, and expansive open-world exploration. A broken Valhalla meant a substantial portion of Ubisoft fans was left in the cold (pun intended).
- Assassin’s Creed Origins, on the other hand, is quite possibly one of the most visually captivating entries in the entire franchise, allowing players to explore the sprawling world of Ancient Egypt. Players who had updated to Windows 11 24H2 and encountered issues were essentially locked out of one of Ubisoft’s most iconic titles.
What’s Not Fixed?
The fly in the ointment? Assassin's Creed Odyssey remains in gaming limbo. No updates or patches have been rolled out to fix its Windows 11 24H2 incompatibility issues, leaving this title as the odd one out in Ubisoft’s recent patching spree. This is frustrating, especially considering that Odyssey holds a pinnacle spot in the franchise for many fans. It was the game-changing title that introduced deeper RPG systems and allowed players to get truly lost in the magnificent landscapes of Ancient Greece.Currently, Microsoft’s “Known Issues” page even flags Odyssey (alongside Origins and Valhalla in some cases) as problematic for users running 24H2. But Ubisoft has remained silent about when—or if—we’ll see a fix for this beloved game.
The Compatibility Hold: What It Means for Your PC
If you’ve got an affected Assassin’s Creed title installed on your system, Microsoft reportedly enforces a compatibility hold on your machine. This effectively blocks your automatic updates to Windows 11 24H2 to avoid further chaos until the situation is resolved. If you’re thinking, “I’ll just manually update my system to 24H2,” pump the brakes. Microsoft strongly recommends against it.Why? Any attempt to force an update could result in your entire gaming library turning into a collection of digital paperweights. For now, patience is your greatest ally—just like sneaking around a restricted area in-game.
Are Gamers Losing Faith in Windows?
It’s incidents like this that make the gaming community question the reliability of Windows as the go-to OS for gaming. Let’s face it—Microsoft essentially has a monopoly on the PC gaming market. However, finicky updates like these make alternative gaming systems (like Linux, running SteamOS) look far more enticing. Case in point? The rising popularity of the Steam Deck, which runs on Linux-based software, allowing gamers to leave behind some of the compatibility headaches tied to Windows updates.Let’s not go full conspiracy theory here—Windows isn’t losing its market share overnight. However, with each problematic update, they risk nudging gamers to explore other options. And if another issue of this magnitude arises, these “nudges” might turn into full-on shoves.
So, What’s Next?
Here’s where we stand:- If you’re an Origins or Valhalla fan, fire up Steam, update those games, and jump back into the action.
- For those enthralled with Odyssey, your best bet for now is to hold off on updating to Windows 11 24H2 or switch to an older version if you’ve already updated. Hopefully, Ubisoft will grace us with a patch soon, but there’s no ETA.
Closing Thoughts: The Bigger Picture
This saga is a sobering reminder for gamers of the challenges posed by living in a digital ecosystem that often updates faster than developers can adapt. But it’s not all grim; fixes like those for Valhalla and Origins show us that with enough community outcry, solutions do eventually roll out—even if it feels slower than climbing a synchronization point in Odyssey.For now, Odyssey players remain underserved. Here’s hoping we can unlock the full patch “achievement” soon because nobody wants to leave Ancient Greece’s mesmerizing sunscapes untraveled for too long. Remember, patience is key, both in sneaking past enemies and waiting for software patches.
So, dear readers, what do you think? Does this make you rethink system updates, or has it shaken your loyalty to PC gaming on Windows? Let us know in the forums!
Source: PCGamesN Multiple Assassin's Creed games broken by a Windows 11 update have been fixed, but one still remains
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