Windows 11 24H2: Gamers’ Nightmare – Performance Issues Uncovered
Another blow for Windows 11 24H2: Path of Exile 2 players and Assassin’s Creed Origin users are in for a tough ride
The latest update for Windows 11, version 24H2, has hit the gaming community hard, with two games in particular feeling the brunt of its problems: Path of Exile 2 and Assassin’s Creed Origin. For the former, a slew of reports have emerged of players encountering bugs that lock up their PCs, requiring a reboot to fix, while for the latter, review bombing on Steam has become the latest headache for Microsoft and Ubisoft.
Path of Exile 2: Frozen screens and unresponsive PCs
At the heart of the issue is an annoying bug that causes Path of Exile 2 to freeze on the loading screen, leaving players’ PCs unresponsive and requiring a full system restart to get back up and running. This is a critical problem, as it can occur at any moment, resulting in the loss of progress and frustration for gamers. Microsoft is aware of the issue, with a "we’re looking into it" message pinned to one of the affected feedback threads on the Windows Feedback Hub.
Assassin’s Creed Origin: Steam review bombing and consumer dissatisfaction
Meanwhile, Assassin’s Creed Origin has also become the target of a review bombing campaign on Steam, with gamers expressing their anger and frustration at the game’s performance issues under Windows 11 24H2. This is not the first time the OS has drawn fire, but the sheer scale and ferocity of the backlash may spell trouble for Microsoft’s gaming reputation. With a once-stellar review rating plummeting to "mixed" and player sentiments seething with irritation, it’s hard to see how this situation won’t mar the Windows 11 brand.
What can players do?
For those already experiencing the woes of Path of Exile 2, some workarounds have emerged. One option is to roll back to Windows 11 23H2, a major step that’s not without its drawbacks. Another strategy involves disabling multithreading in the game’s options, which reportedly fixes the issue; however, this comes at the cost of reduced system performance. A third approach, advised by Reddit users, is to use the Task Manager to disable CPU 4 while running the game.
Game on, but at what cost?
As the gaming fraternity continues to grapple with these issues, one thing is clear: the reputation of Windows 11 as a gaming platform may be at stake. Microsoft must redouble its efforts to address these problems and restore faith in its OS. The consequences of inaction could be far-reaching and damaging, as players curb their enthusiasm for the brand and opt for alternative, more reliable options. For now, gamers will continue to navigate these choppy waters, but the writing appears to be on the wall for Windows 11’s gaming credentials.
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