Recently, a new build of Windows 11 Insider Preview (22635.4805) has been made available, introducing noticeable changes highlighted on Microsoft’s official blog. Among these updates is an addition appealing to Game Pass Ultimate and standard subscribers, featuring a new card on the Settings homepage that invites users to share a 14-day free trial of PC Game Pass with up to five friends.

However, caution is advised, as the blog also notes a potential issue where “the Home page of settings may crash.” Despite not having received the update yet, users are reporting increasing clutter on their settings menus, especially for Game Pass subscribers, who don’t require further promotions for a service they are already utilizing.

This rising trend of advertisements embedded within the Windows settings can be particularly off-putting, as it complicates navigation and may overwhelm users unfamiliar with the system’s workings. Features beneficial to usability are still present in the latest update, such as enhanced Xbox controller support and improved accessibility features, implying a merge of product promotion and practical utility.

While users await updates that resolve ongoing issues stemming from previous installations, the blend of advertising and functionality continues to seem daunting. The takeaway: where there are updates, there may also be advertisements cluttering the experience.