Windows 11 users rejoice: AC Origins and Valhalla patch resolves compatibility woes

Ubisoft's Recent Wins and Ongoing Challenges: An Update

This update continues our series, "How is Ubisoft today?" While the company navigates ongoing leadership challenges, some positive news emerges. A significant compatibility issue has finally been resolved.

Ubisoft has successfully addressed compatibility problems between several Assassin's Creed titles and the Windows 11 24H2 update. Games like Assassin's Creed Origins and Assassin's Creed Valhalla, rendered unplayable on Windows 11 since Fall 2024, are now functional thanks to newly released patches. These updates were announced on the respective Steam pages.

Player response to the fixes has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing gratitude for the long-awaited solution. Importantly, the blame for the initial incompatibility rightly falls on Windows, not Ubisoft. Despite this positive development, user reviews for both games remain "Mixed."

Looking ahead, there's cautious optimism regarding Assassin's Creed Shadows. Its launch, recently postponed to March 20th, is crucial for Ubisoft's future. The delay allows the company to focus on enhancing the game's quality, recognizing the significance of a successful launch.