Microsoft patches Windows 11 bug affecting games and apps

The crashes affected games and applications using AC-3, also known as Dolby Digital, for audio decoding, according to BleepingComputer. The publisher linked the problem to installation of the September 2026 Windows 11 preview update, identified as KB5124010, and reported that Microsoft has now resolved the bug.

Covered by 2 publishers within 5 hours of the first report.

• Android Headlines: Microsoft fixes Windows 11 game and app crashes with a new patch

Reporting2

BC BleepingComputer Microsoft fixes game, app crashes caused by recent Windows update · Sergiu Gatlan 10:55 AM

AH Android Headlines Microsoft fixes Windows 11 game and app crashes with a new patch · Justin Diaz 3:59 PM

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