PC gamers are reporting serious performance issues after a recent Windows update, and now NVIDIA has pointed the finger directly at Microsoft. From sudden FPS drops to stuttering and graphical glitches, the latest patch is causing frustration across the gaming community.
Here’s everything you need to know — what’s broken, who’s affected, and what you can do right now.
🎮 What’s Going Wrong After the Windows Update?
Following a recent Windows 11 cumulative update, gamers began noticing:
❌ Lower frame rates in popular AAA and competitive titles
❌ Micro-stutters and input lag
❌ Graphical glitches and flickering
❌ Inconsistent GPU utilization
These issues appeared without any driver changes, leading many users to suspect the OS update itself — a theory that gained traction once NVIDIA acknowledged the problem.
🟢 NVIDIA Confirms the Issue Isn’t the GPU Driver
According to NVIDIA and multiple user reports:
The performance regression is not caused by recent GeForce drivers
Rolling back Windows updates restores normal performance
The issue affects multiple NVIDIA GPU generations
Both DX11 and DX12 games are impacted
This has shifted attention squarely toward Microsoft’s latest Windows patch.
🖥️ Who Is Affected?
Reports suggest the issue mainly impacts:
Windows 11 users (22H2, 23H2, and early 24H2 builds)
Systems with NVIDIA RTX GPUs
High-refresh-rate gaming setups (144Hz / 240Hz)
Some users also claim similar symptoms on Windows 10, though the impact appears more widespread on Windows 11.
🔧 Temporary Fixes Gamers Are Using Right Now
Until Microsoft releases an official fix, gamers are trying these workarounds:
✅ Roll Back the Windows Update
Many users report instant FPS recovery after uninstalling the latest patch.
✅ Disable Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling (HAGS)
Turning off HAGS has reduced stuttering for some players.
✅ Avoid Optional Preview Updates
Preview and non-security updates appear more likely to trigger the issue.
⚠️ Note: These are temporary solutions — not guaranteed fixes.
🧠 Why This Is a Big Deal for Windows Gaming
Windows markets itself as the best platform for PC gaming, but repeated update-related performance issues are damaging user trust.
This incident follows:
Past Windows updates breaking gaming performance
Ongoing complaints about OS-level changes affecting stability
Growing skepticism around frequent background updates
For competitive gamers, even small FPS drops can be game-breaking.
📢 Is Microsoft Working on a Fix?
As of now:
Microsoft has not released a public hotfix
The issue is reportedly under investigation
A fix may arrive in an upcoming cumulative update
Given NVIDIA’s involvement, pressure is mounting for a fast resolution.
🎯 Final Thoughts
If your games suddenly started performing worse after a Windows update, you’re not alone — and it’s likely not your GPU.
Until Microsoft addresses the issue:
Avoid unnecessary Windows updates
Stick to stable NVIDIA drivers
Keep an eye on official patch notes
