crashing Archives

Winsage

August 17, 2026

Windows 11 KB5121003 now crashing games and causing Windows Hello issues

A surge of reports regarding game crashes and launch issues on Windows platforms has prompted Microsoft to provide resources through its Update Catalog to assist users. Players have faced unexpected crashes and difficulties launching games due to factors like software incompatibilities and outdated drivers. The Microsoft Update Catalog offers driver updates, patch releases, and guides to help users troubleshoot these gaming issues.

AppWizard

August 17, 2026

Ark’s most gorgeous expansion dates its final update, complete with a flaming wild hog

Astraeos, a DLC for Ark Survival Ascended inspired by Greek mythology, was initially a free mod created by modder 'Nekatus' and became a full DLC in collaboration with Studio Wildcard. It launched in February 2025 and will receive its final update in August 2026, introducing a new creature called the Boaratos, or 'the burning hog.' The Boaratos, designed by modder 'Dragonheart,' is characterized by its physical strength and fiery attacks, making it a formidable opponent. It also has the ability to burn trees, providing players with charcoal. The final update for Astraeos is scheduled for August 26, and the expansion is priced at .99 / £12.79, requiring a base copy of Ark Survival Evolved.

AppWizard

August 16, 2026

Windows 11 KB5121003 is triggering game crashes and other issues on some PCs

Windows 11 update KB5121003, released in August 2026, addresses over 400 vulnerabilities but has caused crashes in games like ARC Raiders and The Finals. The game studio Embark has confirmed that the crashes are linked to the inpoutx64.sys driver, which has compatibility issues due to the update. Users have reported errors such as “Hang detected on GameThread” and “EXCEPTIONACCESSVIOLATION” after installing the update. Embark has provided a workaround to stop and delete the inpoutx64.sys service to resolve the crashes. Uninstalling the update also appears to fix the issue. Additional reports indicate crashes in other games and graphics-related problems following the update.

BetaBeacon

August 10, 2026

How to Fix Roblox Crashing on Mobile (iPhone & Android)

- Roblox crashes right when a game finishes loading - Your phone has been warning you it’s “low on storage” lately - Other apps are also acting sluggish or failing to update

AppWizard

July 26, 2026

Red Faction: Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered review (2018)

The Geo-mod destruction feature in Red Faction: Guerrilla allows players to dismantle walls and pillars, leading to the collapse of entire buildings. The game includes mechanics such as crashing vehicles through enemy bases and detonating mines, providing a chaotic gameplay experience. The recently released Re-Mars-tered edition offers enhancements like improved textures, better lighting, and native 4K support. The campaign mode features significant destructive opportunities, while the Wrecking Crew mode serves as a casual alternative. Despite the game's unique destructible environment, no other titles have successfully emulated its approach, although elements of destruction appear in games like Battlefield, Minecraft, and Just Cause. The sparse Martian setting enhances the experience, and there is a strong desire among players for open-world games that allow for environmental manipulation.

AppWizard

July 15, 2026

building farms and crashing out

A new wave of user authentication methods is emerging, focusing on seamless sign-in processes to enhance user experience and security. Google is leading this shift with refined sign-in protocols that include passive sign-in options, simplifying the login process and encouraging higher engagement rates. Businesses adopting these innovative authentication methods can reduce barriers for potential customers, which is crucial for user retention. Enhanced user experience from simplified sign-in processes leads to increased user satisfaction, while reduced friction can result in more frequent interactions with content. Advanced authentication methods can improve security without compromising convenience. The adoption of these technologies is expected to define successful digital strategies, emphasizing user-centric design and robust security features.

Tech Optimizer

July 7, 2026

PDO PostgreSQL Bug Triggers NULL Pointer Dereference and Crashes PHP Worker Processes

Researchers at Positive Technologies have identified two significant vulnerabilities in the PHP Data Objects (PDO) extension layer, both posing high severity risks. The first vulnerability (CVE-2025-14180) leads to a NULL pointer dereference, causing PHP worker processes to crash. It affects PHP versions 8.1.x prior to 8.1.34, 8.2.x before 8.2.30, 8.3.x before 8.3.29, 8.4.x before 8.4.16, and 8.5.x before 8.5.1. This issue occurs when the pdo_pgsql driver operates with PDO::ATTR_EMULATE_PREPARES enabled, allowing a remote attacker to exploit it without authentication by submitting malformed character sequences. The second vulnerability (CVE-2025-14179) allows for SQL injection and affects PHP versions 8.2.x before 8.2.31, 8.3.x before 8.3.31, 8.4.x before 8.4.21, and 8.5.x before 8.5.6. It arises from a mishandling of NUL bytes in the Firebird driver during the PDO::prepare() process, despite the quoting routine functioning correctly. Additionally, the audit revealed an integer overflow in PostgreSQL’s libpq client library and an information disclosure flaw in Firebird 3’s fbclient.

AppWizard

July 6, 2026

Latest Android Auto updates are crashing for some users

Users of Android Auto are experiencing significant crashing issues, particularly after the release of version 17.2, with some instability also noted in version 17.1. The application crashes shortly after launch, often when users navigate the map or select media, causing the vehicle's display to revert to the native infotainment system. Most affected users are part of the Android Auto beta program, while those on the stable track using version 17.0 have not reported similar problems. Users can revert to a more stable version by exiting the Play Store beta program, uninstalling updates, or sideloading an APK of a previous version.

AppWizard

July 6, 2026

Android Auto is crashing (again), and nobody knows why (again)

Android Auto users are experiencing frequent disconnections and crashes after the recent update to version 17.2, which was rolled out on July 3. Reports indicate that disconnections last from seconds to minutes, and crashes occur whenever audio is played. The issues affect a wide range of Android devices, and users have recommended delaying the installation of the update or reverting to the previous version. The root cause of the problems is uncertain, with speculation that they may be linked to other updates, such as the Play services update from late June. Google is aware of the situation, as indicated by reports on the Google Issue Tracker, but these issues are categorized under Android 17 beta and differ from feedback on Reddit.

AppWizard

June 26, 2026

Minecraft Update 3.41 Released on June 25 to Apply Fixes

Mojang released a hotfix for Minecraft on June 25, identified as update 3.41, which includes technical enhancements for gameplay stability and user experience. The update resolves an issue preventing players from joining Experiences when 'Screen Animations' was disabled, addresses an ID collision for split-screen guests on Nintendo Switch, fixes a glitch with projectiles from upward-facing dispensers, and corrects several crashes that could disrupt gameplay, including one in the main menu on Switch.