Here’s why some PC gamers shouldn’t install the latest Windows 11 update
As spotted by Windows Latest, Microsoft has confirmed in an update to its Windows 11 24H2 problems page, that Windows 11 24H2 is causing issues with its Auto HDR feature. The result of the bug is that incorrect colors are being displayed or, even worse, are breaking games entirely and causing them to not be responsive.
Gamers beware: Windows 11 24H2 update could wreck your colors and crash your games
If you turn on Auto HDR, it’ll apply HDR effects to an SDR game, meaning that game will appear more vibrant and immersive on an HDR monitor.Games that support HDR natively will deliver a better visual experience,
Microsoft Confirms PC Gaming Issues in Windows 11 24H2 Update
Microsoft has confirmed a big issue affecting Windows 11 24H2, mainly impacting gamers who use the Auto HDR feature. The problem causes incorrect color display in games and, in some cases, leads to game crashes or unresponsiveness, as reported by Windows Latest.
Microsoft coughs up yet more Windows 11 24H2 headaches
Microsoft has logged some new known issues with Windows 11 24H2 and thrown up more safeguard holds until the problems are resolved. The latest glitches noted in Microsoft's Windows Release Health Dashboard are related to audio and gaming.
Microsoft is Blocking 24H2 Update on Windows 11 PCs With Auto HDR Enabled
Microsoft has blocked the 24H2 update on Windows 11 PCs where Auto HDR is enabled as the feature is breaking some SDR games.
Windows 11 24H2 upgrades blocked on some PCs due to audio issues
Microsoft has added another Windows 11 24H2 upgrade block for systems with Dirac audio improvement software due to compatibility issues breaking sound output.
Microsoft admits Windows 11 24H2 PCs with Dirac audio cannot play sound
PCs with Dirac Audio cannot play sound, Auto HDR doesn’t work and Microsoft applies a compatibility hold on 23H2 PCs.
Microsoft confirms even more Windows 11 24H2 bugs: audio output is now affected
The list of known bugs in Windows 11 version 24H2 continues growing. This time, Microsoft acknowledged that some PCs are losing audio output.
Microsoft says Auto HDR causes game freezes on Windows 11 24H2
Microsoft is now blocking Windows 11 24H2 upgrades on systems with Auto HDR enabled due to a compatibility issue that causes game freezes.
Microsoft confirms Windows 11 24H2 issue is breaking games, pauses update for more PCs
Windows 11 24H2 has a bug that could ruin your games. It could make games color appear incorrect. It's also crashing games.
Are Your Games Crashing After The Windows 11 24H2 Update? Here's How To Fix It
Basically, it allows PC gamers to play games without built-in HDR support in HDR mode. Unfortunately, it turns out that Auto HDR (like many other things) is kind of broken on Windows 11 24H2, and it's also behind a spate of recent game crashes.
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