- Windows 11 24H2 Auto HDR error causes colors to display incorrectly
- There are also issues with games crashing.
- Microsoft has promised that there will be a solution soon
The Windows 11 24H2 update has another bug affecting PC gamers and others, and the bug causes colors to display incorrectly.
Microsoft has confirmed the problem in the health status of its version. panelinforming us that the error is happening to those who have enabled the Auto HDR feature.
latest windows reports that the issues with the 24H2 update not only affect games but also overall colors on the desktop, which may display incorrectly until you go to the Settings app in Windows 11 and turn off the “Automatically manage color for images” option. applications”.
However, Microsoft doesn’t mention bugs related to anything outside of PC gaming when using Auto HDR.
Auto HDR is a Windows 11 feature that, ironically, is designed to enhance the visuals of your games automatically. If you turn on Auto HDR, HDR effects will be applied to an SDR game, meaning the game will appear more vibrant and immersive on an HDR monitor.
Games that natively support HDR will provide a better visual experience, of course, but Auto HDR is much better than playing in SDR, unless, as is the case with this bug, it completely ruins your colors.
It’s not just about strange colors, but also about games that crash
In the same support document, Microsoft explains that the Auto HDR bug not only causes colors to appear incorrectly in games, but can also cause some games to crash.
Windows Latest describes its own experience with the problem and references a Reddit thread where user Rachidramone describes several games freezing or crashing entirely (including popular titles like Call of Duty, Assassin’s Creed, and Far Cry).
Microsoft’s recommendation to fix the issue is to disable Auto HDR in Settings or avoid using Windows 11 24H2 and stick with 23H2.
Additionally, Microsoft has enacted a “compatibility blackout” for PCs that have Auto HDR enabled, meaning these devices will not be offered the 24H2 update. When the issue is fixed, 24H2 will be redeployed to those PCs.
Microsoft also warned against bypassing its update lock and manually installing 24H2 (using, for example, the Media Creation Tool), if you use Auto HDR.
For those who have already installed the 24H2 update, Microsoft recommends turning off Auto HDR to get everything back to normal. You can do this by going to Settings > System > Displayand then selecting Graphics. In the ‘Default Settings’ panel you will see the switch for Auto HDR and you only need to turn it off to disable it for all games, which is what I would recommend. (However, this can also be done on a per-game basis via the ‘Custom Settings for Apps’ panel, if desired.)
Microsoft has said it is working to fix the bug now and will provide more information when it becomes available. According to Windows Latest, the cure should be implemented in the near future.
It’s evident that Windows 11 24H2 is still finding its feet, especially when it comes to gaming. Unfortunately, a ton of bugs in 24H2 have plagued PC players, including problems with anti-cheat systemsrandom failures of one kind or another, and some Serious bugs in Ubisoft games in particular.
If you’re not looking to deal with unexpected bugs and crashes, it’s probably best to be a little cautious when it comes to upgrading to 24H2, and perhaps hold off on upgrading until it becomes more stable and predictable. Hopefully, it won’t be long before that happens.
