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Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 update is causing some problems for users who have taken to Microsoft's forums and Reddit to voice their concerns.

Microsoft has stopped offering updates to Windows 11 version 24H2 on PCs that have certain Ubisoft games installed, Bleeping Computer reports. The company made the move after complaints that Star Wars Outlaws and games in the Assassin’s Creed series were crashing after installing the new Windows update.

Microsoft now blocks the Windows 11 24H2 update on computers with standalone scanners, multi-function printers, fax machines, modems, and other network devices with eSCL protocol support.

Microsoft says it’s working with Ubisoft to fix a problem with its latest Windows 11 update that’s been crashing some games, and it’s put the update’s release on pause for devices with those games in the meantime.

Microsoft is warning people not to update their PCs to the latest version of Windows 11 if they play certain Ubisoft titles on it. Bugs in the new Windows 11 24H2 update are crashing many Ubisoft games,

Microsoft has acknowledged that the most recent Windows 11 update is causing compatibility issues with certain Ubisoft games. The update, identified as Windows 11 version 24H2, is reportedly affecting titles such as Assassin's Creed,

After installing Windows 11, version 24H2, you might encounter issues with some Ubisoft games,” Microsoft said. “These games might become unresponsive while starting, loadi

Microsoft is blocking updates to Windows 11 version 24H2 on PCs where select Ubisoft games are installed due to a compatibility issue.