Windows 10 Update Simulator
A fake Windows 10 update screen prank. It never finishes updating! Select configurations from the dashboard below, preview it live, and start the simulation in fullscreen!
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Your PC ran into a problem and needs to restart. We're just collecting some error info...
For more info and fixes, visit windows.com/stopcode
Stop code: CRITICAL_PROCESS_DIED
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An interactive sweeping radar screen simulator with sonar pings and impact blips.
A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage.
UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME
If this is the first time you've seen this Stop error screen, restart.
Technical Information:
*** STOP: 0x000000ED (0x80F14030, 0xc0000006)
Physical memory dump complete.
Simulate a classic Windows XP Blue Screen of Death with UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME error.
> mount /dev/sda1
> loading core.bin...
Look like a pro hacker. Auto-typing code with green text on a black terminal.
Your PC ran into a problem and needs to restart. We're just collecting some error info, and then we'll restart for you.
A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer.
DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL
If this is the first time you've seen this Stop error screen, restart your computer.
*** STOP: 0x000000D1 (0x0000000C, 0x00000002, 0x00000000, 0xF86B5A89)
Working on updates 0% complete.
Don't turn off your PC. This will take a while.
Fake Windows 10 Update Prank Screen Simulator
Play a funny, endless joke on your friends or coworkers with our fake Windows 10 update screen. This simulator perfectly matches the authentic Windows 10 update layout, including the rotating loading circle, 'Working on updates' text, and a percentage counter that slowly ticks up.
The joke is incredibly effective because the update screen never actually finishes. It will restart or loop, keeping their computer seemingly locked out of service. It is a harmless way to simulate a long computer update during lunch breaks.
To set it up, simply open this page on the target Windows PC, set the update duration and starting percentage, and click the fullscreen button. The browser controls will disappear, presenting a highly realistic update screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn how to set up and use the Windows 10 Update simulator on phones, TVs, laptops, and tablets.
How do I cancel the fake Windows 10 update simulation?
Simply press the Escape key or double-click anywhere on the screen to exit the fullscreen prank and return to the settings panel.
Will this actually install any updates on the PC?
No. This is a purely visual browser simulation. It does not download or install any files or modify the target computer.
Can I use this prank on a Mac or Chromebook?
Yes, it works on any browser. Running a Windows 10 update screen on a Mac is a great way to double the confusion!