Summary
- Windows 11 update caused issues with two Assassin's Creed games.
- Fixes issued for AC Origins & Valhalla, but Odyssey may still have problems.
Assassin's Creed enthusiasts who encountered difficulties launching their games after a recent Windows update will be relieved to learn that Ubisoft has released patches to resolve these issues. Specifically, patches for Assassin's Creed Origins and Assassin's Creed Valhalla have been rolled out to address the problems stemming from the Windows 11 24H2 update. However, some Ubisoft titles, such as Assassin's Creed Odyssey, may still be experiencing issues.
The Windows 11 24H2 update brought several enhancements, including support for Wi-Fi 7, improved energy-saving modes, and new AI Copilot+ PC features. Despite these advancements, some gamers found that certain games, including those from the Assassin's Creed series, were unable to start or function properly post-update. The newly released patches for Origins and Valhalla should resolve these issues, allowing players to enjoy seamless gameplay once more.
Players can expect to receive these updates automatically through Steam. It's important to ensure sufficient storage space beforehand, as the patch for Assassin's Creed Origins requires 230 MB, while Valhalla's patch needs 500 MB.
Windows Update 24H2 Is Still Plaguing Some Ubisoft Games
The exact cause of the disruption from the Windows 11 24H2 update remains unclear. While the community appreciates the fixes for Origins and Valhalla, there's ongoing frustration as other games, including Assassin's Creed Odyssey, continue to face challenges. Odyssey players might find their game unresponsive or completely non-functional. Ubisoft has previously issued hotfixes for other titles like Star Wars: Outlaws and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, yet some lingering performance issues persist.
Assassin's Creed Odyssey fans might want to delay updating to Windows 11 24H2 until a specific fix for their game is available.
Although the situation is improving, it's disappointing that these issues arose in the first place. Reports of game malfunctions surfaced during the Windows 24H2 update preview five months ago, yet the problems persisted into the official release. This is particularly concerning given Microsoft's push for Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11. Fortunately, most games have not been significantly affected by this update.
