NVIDIA Driver Instability Across RTX GPUs

NVIDIA Faces Backlash Over Widespread Driver Instability Across RTX GPU Lineup​

NVIDIA is under intense scrutiny as its recent Game Ready Driver 572.83, released on March 18, 2025, has been linked to a surge of stability issues affecting a broad spectrum of its graphics cards, from the latest RTX 50 series to older RTX 30 and 40 series GPUs.​

A Cascade of Technical Glitches

Users across various platforms have reported a litany of problems, including black screens, system crashes, and game instability. The issues are not isolated; they span multiple GPU generations, indicating a systemic problem with the driver itself.​

Gamers Nexus, a respected hardware review outlet, has labeled this driver rollout as "the worst launch" they've observed from NVIDIA, highlighting the severity and widespread nature of the issues .

Community Outcry and Developer Warnings

The gaming community has been vocal about their frustrations. On Reddit, users have shared experiences of persistent crashes and system instability, even after attempting standard troubleshooting steps .

In response, some game developers have advised players to revert to earlier driver versions from December 2024 to maintain system stability .

NVIDIA's Response and the Road Ahead

As of now, NVIDIA has not released an official statement addressing these widespread issues. The lack of communication has only intensified user frustration, with many calling for more transparency and quicker resolutions.​

The company faces mounting pressure to rectify these problems promptly to restore user confidence and maintain its reputation in the competitive GPU market.​

Current Solution

Recommended Rollback Driver: Version 566.36

Game developers and users have reported that driver version 566.36, released in December 2024, offers greater stability for RTX 30 and 40 series GPUs. This version is less prone to the black screen issues and system crashes that have been reported with the 572.83 driver. ​