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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Unpacking the Mysterious "1.6.0 Extra Quality" Update

By Hyrule Historian

Compatibility: Works with both the Wii U and Switch versions (requires valid game dump). botw update 160 extra quality

LOD (Level of Detail) Beyond Limits: In the base game, trees and rocks often "pop in" as you approach. The Extra Quality preset pushes the draw distance to the horizon, ensuring that every mountain peak and ruin is rendered in full detail from miles away. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

• Casual player on Switch: No. Stay on Vanilla 1.60.
• Enthusiast with a PC/Modded Switch: Absolutely. It is the definitive way to honor the shrine of the Wild.

While version 1.6.0 is the standard for the original Switch, recent developments and community mods have pushed the "extra quality" aspect further: Switch 2 Upgrades : For the next-generation console, BotW is boosted to a dynamic 1440p resolution with dialed-up textures and shadows. 60 FPS Support Casual player on Switch: No

1. Connect to the Internet: Make sure your Nintendo Switch is connected to a stable internet connection.
2. Check for Updates: Navigate to the game's icon on the Switch Home screen, press the "+" button, and then select "Software Update" followed by "Search for Updates."