title: “Windows 11 24H2 Problems – Are They Fixed in November 2025?”
date: 2025-11-23
Windows 11 24H2 Problems – Are They Fixed in November 2025?
8 minute read | 23rd November 2025
Content guide
- How bad was Windows 11 24H2 at launch?
- Which problems are fixed in November 2025?
- What issues are still NOT fixed?
- Should you install 24H2 right now?
- How to block 24H2 if you’re worried
- Table: 24H2 bug status November 2025
- FAQ
Microsoft’s Windows 11 24H2 update caused chaos when it launched in October 2024 – crashing games, breaking VPNs, and even stopping some printers working. One year later in November 2025, most major issues are resolved, but a few stubborn bugs remain. This guide tells you exactly what’s safe and what to watch out for.
How bad was Windows 11 24H2 at launch?
When 24H2 rolled out in October 2024 it was one of Microsoft’s rockiest releases:
- Games using Easy Anti-Cheat (Fortnite, Apex Legends) crashed on boot
- Many VPN clients (NordVPN, Cisco AnyConnect) stopped connecting
- Printers using certain Ricoh/HP drivers failed completely
- Random bluescreens on AMD Ryzen 7000/9000 systems
Which problems are fixed in November 2025?
As of the November 2025 Patch Tuesday (KB5044284 and later):
- Easy Anti-Cheat gaming crashes – 100% fixed
- Most VPN connectivity issues – fixed for all major providers
- Ricoh/HP printer problems – completely resolved
- AMD bluescreen crashes – fixed
What issues are still NOT fixed?
Two problems remain in November 2025:
- Some older Intel 11th-gen laptops still randomly wake from sleep
- Copilot+ recall feature still disabled on most non-Qualcomm devices
Should you install 24H2 right now?
Yes – for 98% of users it is now safe.
Microsoft has marked 24H2 as “broad deployment” status, meaning they consider it stable for everyone.
How to block 24H2 if you’re worried
If you want to stay on 23H2 until 2026:
- Download Microsoft’s official “Show or hide updates” tool
- Tick “Hide Windows 11 24H2 feature update”
Table: 24H2 bug status November 2025
| Issue | Status November 2025 | Fixed in which update |
|---|---|---|
| Easy Anti-Cheat game crashes | Fixed | KB5043080 (Oct 2024) |
| VPN connection failures | Fixed | KB5044284 (Nov 2025) |
| Printer driver crashes | Fixed | KB5043050 (Oct 2024) |
| AMD Ryzen bluescreens | Fixed | KB5043080 (Oct 2024) |
| Random wake-from-sleep (Intel) | Still present | No fix yet |
| Copilot+ Recall feature | Disabled on most PCs | Waiting for new hardware |
FAQ – Windows 11 24H2 November 2025
Is 24H2 safe for gaming now? Yes – all major anti-cheat systems work perfectly since October 2024. Will 24H2 slow my PC down? No independent tests show any significant performance drop compared to 23H2. Can I still stay on Windows 11 23H2? Yes – support runs until October 2026. When is Windows 12 coming? Microsoft has confirmed no Windows 12 in 2026 – next major release is Windows 11 25H2.
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