Update 1.6.0 added official VR support, drastically improved performance, and showcased Nintendo's clever use of system firmware to enhance game experiences. Whether you used it to explore Hyrule through the Labo VR Goggles or simply to enjoy its much faster load times, it was a fantastic, free upgrade for one of the Nintendo Switch's greatest titles.
You can play the entire game in VR, except for pre-rendered cutscenes. To enable it, navigate to System > Options > VR Goggles in the in-game menu. Improved Loading Times update 16 0 zelda botw
According to documentation on Nintendo Support, modern iterations of this baseline software add: Update 1
: Although not officially in the patch notes, this update introduced a "Boost Mode" that overclocks the Switch's CPU during loading screens. Fast Travel : Loading times were cut by nearly , reducing some 30-second waits to around 18 seconds. Shrine Entry : Entering shrines became roughly 20% faster Speedrunning Impact To enable it, navigate to System > Options
Nintendo's technical director had previously discussed the unique challenges of adding VR support, but the result allowed players to get "a new perspective on Hyrule" and enjoy the "epic adventure like never before". The ability to seamlessly toggle the view on and off via the in-game menu made it a fun, accessible feature for those who owned the Labo kit, rather than a forced, intrusive change.