Windows 11 August Patch Sparks Game Compatibility Issues

Microsoft's August security update for Windows 11 has been causing problems for gamers. The patch, which was released on August 11 and installed automatically, has led to crashes, reboots, and other issues with certain games.

The issue appears to be related to a third-party kernel-level port access driver called inpoutx64.sys, which is bundled with some hardware utilities. Games such as ARC Raiders and The Finals have been particularly affected, with players reporting crashes and other problems.

Embark Studios, the developer behind both games, has acknowledged the issue and is working on a fix. In the meantime, players can try removing the associated service and driver file, which should resolve the problem.

Microsoft has opened an investigation into the issue and has acknowledged it on its Windows release health page. The company is directing affected users to the Feedback Hub for more information.