Key Highlights:
- NVIDIA has temporarily pulled its 595.59 WHQL Game Ready and Studio drivers due to a fan control bug.
- Support also extends to Bungie’s Marathon Server Slam test with DLSS and Reflex.
- Affected users are advised to roll back to 591.86 WHQL immediately.
- The driver was meant to optimize Resident Evil Requiem GeForce performance with path tracing and DLSS 4.
NVIDIA has removed its latest Game Ready and Studio 595.59 WHQL drivers after discovering a bug affecting GPU fan control. The issue surfaced just as the driver launched with major optimizations for Resident Evil Requiem GeForce, forcing the company to recommend an immediate rollback to version 591.86 WHQL for impacted users.
Why did NVIDIA pull the 595.59 WHQL driver?
NVIDIA confirmed that the 595.59 WHQL driver contains a fan control bug that may cause abnormal GPU behavior on some systems. While the company has not detailed the full scope of affected GPUs, it acknowledged user reports soon after release.
The downloads have been temporarily removed from official channels while the issue is under investigation.
Users who already installed the driver and are seeing fan-related issues are advised to revert immediately.
NVIDIA app users can roll back easily. Open the app, head to the Drivers tab, click the three-dot menu, and reinstall the previous stable driver.
This advisory applies to both Game Ready and Studio variants of the driver.
What was the driver supposed to deliver?
The pulled driver was positioned as a major release focused on Resident Evil Requiem GeForce optimizations.
The game launches today at 9 PM PT and introduces some of the most advanced real-time lighting features seen in the Resident Evil franchise so far.
Key optimizations included:
- Full path tracing support
- DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation for RTX 50 Series GPUs
- DLSS Ray Reconstruction for improved lighting and detail
Despite the rollback recommendation, NVIDIA says it is still committed to delivering these enhancements once the bug is resolved.
How does Resident Evil Requiem use RTX features?
Resident Evil Requiem pushes visual realism further by relying heavily on advanced lighting techniques.
The game allows players to switch between:
- First-person perspective for close, tense encounters
- Over-the-shoulder third-person camera for action-heavy gameplay
With path tracing enabled on GeForce RTX systems, lighting behaves more naturally. Shadows respond dynamically to multiple light sources. Reflections and refractions through glass surfaces appear more realistic. Flickering lights, fire sources, and neon-lit streets play a central role in atmosphere.
RTX 50 Series GPUs further benefit from DLSS 4’s Multi Frame Generation, which boosts frame rates while maintaining image clarity at high resolutions.
What about Marathon and NVIDIA Reflex support?
The same driver also introduced Game Ready support for Marathon, Bungie’s upcoming extraction shooter.
Ahead of its March 5 launch, Bungie is hosting an open Server Slam test running until March 2.
During the test:
- Players can explore two zones
- Access early faction contracts
- Try five Runner shells
- Unlock cosmetic rewards for launch
On RTX GPUs, Marathon supports:
- DLSS Super Resolution for higher frame rates
- NVIDIA DLAA for image quality
- NVIDIA Reflex to reduce system latency
These features remain supported, though NVIDIA advises users to rely on the earlier stable driver until the fix is live.
Is there a Resident Evil Requiem RTX bundle?
Yes. NVIDIA is currently offering a limited-time GeForce RTX 50 Series bundle that includes a copy of Resident Evil Requiem.
Eligible purchases include:
- RTX 5090, 5080, 5070 Ti, and 5070 desktop GPUs or systems
- RTX 5090, 5080, 5070 Ti, and 5070 laptop GPUs
The bundle is available until March 16, with redemption handled through the NVIDIA app and Steam.
Can you play without an RTX PC?
Players without RTX hardware can still experience Resident Evil Requiem GeForce features through GeForce NOW.
With an Ultimate membership, users can stream the game with:
- Path tracing
- DLSS Ray Reconstruction
- DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation
- NVIDIA Reflex
The service works across web-connected devices, making high-end visuals accessible without local hardware.
What should users do right now?
If you installed the 595.59 WHQL driver:
- Check GPU fan behavior
- Roll back to 591.86 WHQL if issues appear
If you haven’t updated yet:
- Wait for NVIDIA’s revised release
NVIDIA has not shared a timeline for the fixed driver but says updates will follow once testing is complete.
Conclusion
The Resident Evil Requiem GeForce driver launch was meant to showcase NVIDIA’s latest RTX advances. Instead, a fan control bug forced a quick rollback. While the visual upgrades remain intact on paper, stability takes priority until NVIDIA ships a corrected driver.
