Nvidia announces end of GPU driver updates for GeForce 10-series, Windows 10

Nvidia has delivered some disappointing news for gamers who have kept their systems updated since late 2016. The company announced that as of October 2025, it will cease support for the Maxwell, Pascal, and Volta GPU architectures, which include the well-known GeForce GTX 900 and 10-series models. This move means that popular graphics cards like the GeForce GTX 1060 will no longer receive Game Ready driver updates tailored for new games. In addition to this, Nvidia plans to end all driver support for Windows 10 by October 2026. This timeline extends one year beyond Microsoft's official end-of-support announcement for Windows 10. However, Nvidia's decision will still affect users opting for the year-long free extended security updates (ESUs) that Microsoft offers to home users. For those wishing to keep receiving graphics driver updates for their Nvidia GPUs, including the latest RTX 40 and 50 series, upgrading to Windows 11 will be essential.