Ubisoft’s recent update for Star Wars Outlaws has brought to light some compatibility challenges for users operating on Windows 11 24H2. This issue extends beyond just one title, as Microsoft has confirmed that several other Ubisoft games are also experiencing difficulties on the latest version of their operating system.
Identified Issues Across Multiple Titles
The affected games include Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Assassin’s Creed Origins, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. Players have reported a range of frustrating problems, with the most critical being that these games may become unresponsive during startup, loading, or even during gameplay. In some instances, users encounter a distressing black screen, while others face significant drops in performance.
In response to these challenges, Microsoft has implemented a compatibility check prior to the installation of the Windows 11 24H2 update. This proactive measure ensures that if any of the aforementioned titles are present on a system, the update will be postponed until a resolution is found, whether by Microsoft or Ubisoft.
Guidance for Affected Users
For those who have already upgraded to Windows 11 24H2 and are experiencing these issues, Microsoft has provided some troubleshooting steps. Users are encouraged to open the Task Manager, locate the problematic game under the “Processes” tab, highlight it, and select the “End Task” option. This action should restore system responsiveness once the game is closed.
As the holiday season approaches, many gamers are hopeful that both Microsoft and Ubisoft will expedite a fix, allowing players to fully enjoy their gaming experiences during this festive time.
