: Standard pre-rendered cinematic cutscenes do not render in 3D VR and will display in a traditional 2D cinematic window.
However, dataminers discovered new metadata tags inside the 1.6.0 executable that reference "TOTK_BOOST." When the Switch detects both BotW and TotK save data on the same system, Ver. 1.6.0 will activate a minor unlock: you can now display the Paraglider fabric from TotK in BotW’s photo album. This is purely cosmetic.
All active players should ensure their software is updated to 1.6.0. It is highly recommended to play through the "Trial of the Sword" prior to starting Tears of the Kingdom to acclimate to high-stakes survival combat. update 16 0 zelda botw new
Your console will connect to the internet and check for the most current version of the software.
Everything New in Zelda: Breath of the Wild ’s Version 1.6.0 Update : Standard pre-rendered cinematic cutscenes do not render
According to side-by-side performance tests documented by NintendoSoup , loading screens that previously took on version 1.5.0 drop down to roughly 14 seconds on version 1.6.0. This near-halving of waiting times removes friction from late-game exploration, material farming, and map traversal.
This update is particularly notable for fixing a highly specific and frustrating bug: the issue with the enemy located in the depths of Hyrule Castle. Previously, players who defeated this giant cyclops sometimes found that the game would not register the victory, preventing them from earning the "Hinox Monster Medal" needed for 100% completion. The 1.4.3 patch not only fixes this going forward but also automatically grants the medal to anyone who previously fell victim to the bug, a welcome retroactive fix that speaks to Nintendo's attention to its dedicated fanbase. This is purely cosmetic
Loading times when teleporting to Shrines, Towers, or restarting after a game over have been slashed by up to 30–40%.
Understanding what this patch changes allows you to optimize your journey through Hyrule, whether you are playing on an original Nintendo Switch console, moving your save file to newer hardware, or utilizing emulation setups. 🕶️ Virtual Reality Support via Nintendo Labo