Ubisoft Fixes AC Origins & Valhalla Compatibility Issues on Windows 11

Ubisoft's Recent Wins and Ongoing Challenges: An Update

This update continues our series, "How is Ubisoft Today?" While upper management navigates ongoing challenges, positive news emerges regarding a significant issue impacting several Assassin's Creed titles.

Ubisoft has successfully addressed compatibility problems between various Assassin's Creed games (including Origins and Valhalla) and the Windows 11 24H2 update. These issues, present since at least Fall 2024, rendered these games unplayable for many users. The solution involved newly released patches, announced on the Steam pages for Origins and Valhalla.

Player response to the patches has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing relief and gratitude for the long-awaited fix. The acknowledgement that the problem stemmed from Windows, not Ubisoft's development, likely contributed to the positive reception. Despite this, the overall Steam 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 aims to ensure a higher quality release, recognizing the significant impact this launch will have on the company's trajectory.