Microsoft says the August 2026 Windows updates may be causing some games to crash, freeze, fail to launch, or trigger system restarts on Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 devices. The issue appears to be linked to RGB-equipped peripherals or internal components that install drivers such as inpoutx64, affecting titles like ARC Raiders, MARVEL TΕkon: Fighting Souls, and The Finals. #Microsoft #Windows11 #ARCRaiders #MARVELTokonFightingSouls #TheFinals #inpoutx64
Keypoints
- Microsoft is investigating game crashes after the August 2026 Windows updates.
- The problem affects Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 systems.
- Users report freezes, EXCEPTION_ACCESS_VIOLATION errors, and unexpected restarts.
- Microsoft suspects RGB peripherals or internal components using inpoutx64-related drivers.
- Embark Studios shared a temporary workaround while waiting for an official fix.