NVIDIA recently released a hotfix, version 596.02, addressing a known issue within its GeForce Game Ready drivers. The update doesn’t resolve a bug *introduced* by the latest driver, but rather corrects a previously identified problem. This approach is somewhat unusual, as hotfixes typically address issues stemming from recent releases.
The hotfix is available for download here.
Specifically, the hotfix resolves stuttering issues reported in the game Arknights: Endfield. According to NVIDIA, users who do not play this title have no need to install the update, as This proves based on the 595.97 drivers released on March 24, 2026. The company could have waited to include the fix in a more comprehensive driver release, but opted for a quicker solution for players experiencing the problem. This targeted approach highlights the ongoing effort to optimize performance for specific titles.
