The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild/Version History

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Overview

Several free patches have been released for both the Wii U and Switch versions of Breath of the Wild. These updates expand content and patch certain bugs. Unlike the DLC packs, these are downloaded free and automatically upon release.

An initial download intended for the retail Wii U version of the game containing extra game data is required to be installed in order to run the game. The update requires 3 GB worth of space to be installed.[1]

Update Release Date Content
Version 1.1.0 March 2, 2017[2]
  • Adds Downloadable Content and eShop access to the title screen.
Version 1.1.1 March 30, 2017[3]
  • Bug fixes.
Version 1.1.2 April 11, 2017[4]
Version 1.2.0 May 1, 2017[6]
  • Allows voice language to be changed in the title screen's Options menu between nine languages.[6]
Version 1.3.0 June 29, 2017[7]
  • Adds The Master Trials DLC Pack.[7]
  • Bug fixes.[7]
Version 1.3.1 August 7, 2017[8]
  • Adds the "Tips from the Wild" news channel to the Nintendo Switch version of the game. Set to be opened on August 9, 2017.[8]
  • Bug fixes.
Version 1.3.3 November 9, 2017[9]
Version 1.3.4 November 21, 2017[10]
Version 1.4.0 December 7, 2017[10]
  • Adds The Champions' Ballad DLC Pack.[10]
  • Bug fixes.[10]
Version 1.5.0 January 31, 2018[11]
  • Adds support for Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), and Korean text to the Nintendo Switch version of the game.[11]
    • While using these languages, selecting "Match System Settings" for the Voice Language Option will use the Japanese voice data.[11]
  • Bug fixes.[11]
Version 1.6.0 April 25, 2019[12]
  • Adds support for the VR Goggles from Nintendo Labo Toy-Con.[12]
  • Reduces loading times.[13]

Japanese

American English

Wii U

Nintendo Switch

Version 1.1.0
Version 1.1.1
Version 1.1.2
Version 1.2.0
Version 1.3.0
Version 1.3.1
Version 1.3.3

The Version 1.3.3 update was released globally on November 9, 2017.[9] In this update, Granté now sells Armor exclusive to the Breath of the Wild Expansion Pass and The Master Trials Downloadable Content pack. The in-game descriptions for these Items were also updated to remove any claims that they cannot be replaced.

Item
Version 1.3.1

A mask inspired by those fun-loving Koroks. It shakes when one is hiding nearby. If sold, this rare find can't be replaced.

Version 1.3.3

A mask inspired by those fun-loving Koroks. It shakes when one is hiding nearby. It's a rather rare find.

Item
Version 1.3.1

An eerie mask passed down from ancient times. Wearing it makes it harder for certain enemies to spot you. If sold, this rare find can't be replaced.

Version 1.3.3

An eerie mask passed down from ancient times. Wearing it makes it harder for certain enemies to spot you. It's a rather rare find.

Item
Version 1.3.1

There was once a man who claimed to be the very reincarnation of a fairy. He treasured this hood, and so will you. Kooloo-Limpah! If sold, this rare find can't be replaced.

Version 1.3.3

There was once a man who claimed to be the very reincarnation of a fairy. He treasured this hood, and so will you. After all, it's a rather rare find. Kooloo-Limpah!

Item
Version 1.3.1

There was once a man who claimed to be the very reincarnation of a fairy. He tresured this shirt, and so will you. Kooloo-Limpah! If sold, this rare find can't be replaced.

Version 1.3.3

There was once a man who claimed to be the very reincarnation of a fairy. He treasured this shirt, and so will you. After all, it's a rather rare find. Kooloo-Limpah!

Item
Version 1.3.1

There was once a man who claimed to be the very reincarnation of a fairy. He tresured these tights, and so will you. Kooloo-Limpah! If sold, this rare find can't be replaced.

Version 1.3.3

There was once a man who claimed to be the very reincarnation of a fairy. He treasured these tights, and so will you. After all, they're a rather rare find. Kooloo-Limpah!

Item
Version 1.3.1

A helmet much like the one Midna wore when she fought alongside the Hero of Twilight. If sold, this rare find can't be replaced.

Version 1.3.3

A helmet much like the one Midna wore when she fought alongside the Hero of Twilight. It's a rather rare find.

Item
Version 1.3.1

Myths abound about armored phantoms that terrorized brave heroes. This helmet looks just like the ones they supposedly wore. If sold, this rare find can't be replaced.

Version 1.3.3

Myths abound about armored phantoms that terrorized brave heroes. This helmet looks just like the ones they supposedly wore. It's a rather rare find.

Item
Version 1.3.1

Myths abound about armored phantoms that terrorized brave heroes. This piece looks just like the armor they supposedly wore. If sold, this rare find can't be replaced.

Version 1.3.3

Myths abound about armored phantoms that terrorized brave heroes. This piece looks just like the armor they supposedly wore. It's a rather rare find.

Item
Version 1.3.1

Myths abound about armored phantoms that terrorized brave heroes. These greaves looks just like the ones they supposedly wore. If sold, this rare find can't be replaced.

Version 1.3.3

Myths abound about armored phantoms that terrorized brave heroes. These greaves look just like the ones they supposedly wore. They're a rather rare find.

Item
Version 1.3.1

Expansion Pass Bonus
A shirt with the Nintendo Switch logo on it. It's a rare article, if you sell it, you can't get it back, so wear it with pride!

Version 1.3.3

Expansion Pass Bonus
A shirt with the Nintendo Switch logo on it. It's a rather rare find, so wear it with pride!

Version 1.3.4
Version 1.4.0
Version 1.5.0
Version 1.6.0

Notes

References

  1. "The page now includes an additional note specifically about the game on Wii U. For those who plan on playing the physical version, some game data will need to be installed. More than 3 GB of space is needed in the console’s storage or USB storage device. It seems that USB memory devices (memory stick) can’t be used." — Brian, Zelda: Breath of the Wild's Wii U retail version comes with a 3 GB install (web archive), Nintendo Everything, published January 16, 2017, retrieved February 19, 2017.
  2. "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has received its first update ahead of tomorrow’s official launch. Version 1.1.0 is out now. After applying the update, you should see that a “Downloadable Content” section has been brought in to the main menu. It’s unclear if anything else has been added or changed." — Brian, Zelda: Breath of the Wild update available (version 1.1.0) (web archive), Nintendo Everything, published March 2, 2017, retrieved June 13, 2017.
  3. "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild players now have access to a new patch. Previously, the game was at version 1.1.0. After applying the update, it will be at 1.1.1." — Brian, Zelda: Breath of the Wild update out now (version 1.1.1) (web archive), Nintendo Everything, published March 30, 2017, retrieved June 13, 2017.
  4. "Following the new update released at the end of March, another new patch has just been distributed for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Players can download version 1.1.2 right now." — Brian, Zelda: Breath of the Wild update out now (version 1.1.2) (web archive), Nintendo Everything, published April 11, 2017, retrieved June 13, 2017.
  5. 5.0 5.1 5.2 Brian, Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s 1.1.2 update appears to fix a glitches with a boss, infinite arrows (web archive), Nintendo Everything, published April 12, 2017, retrieved June 13, 2017.
  6. 6.0 6.1 6.2 "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has received a new update. Version 1.2.0 is out now on both Switch and Wii U. As detailed in today’s announcement covering Breath of the Wild’s first DLC pack, players can experience the game in one of nine audio languages: Japanese, English, French (France), French (Canada), German, Spanish (Spain), Spanish (Latin America), Italian, and Russian, with a different language used for on-screen text. Note that on Wii U, you’ll need to download the Voice Pack from the eShop." — Brian, Zelda: Breath of the Wild update out now (version 1.2.0) (web archive), Nintendo Everything, published May 1, 2017, retrieved June 13, 2017.
  7. 7.0 7.1 7.2 How to Update The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Nintendo Switch) (web archive), Nintendo.com, retrieved August 7, 2017.
  8. 8.0 8.1 8.2 How to Update The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Nintendo Switch) , Nintendo.com, retrieved August 7, 2017.
  9. 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 How to Update The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Nintendo Switch) , Nintendo.com, retrieved November 9, 2017. Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; name "Version 1.3.3" defined multiple times with different content
  10. 10.0 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 How to Update The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Nintendo Switch) , Nintendo.com, retrieved December 14, 2017.
  11. 11.0 11.1 11.2 11.3 How to Update The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Nintendo Switch) , Nintendo.com, retrieved February 1, 2018.
  12. 12.0 12.1 How to Update The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Nintendo Switch) , Nintendo.com, retrieved April 27, 2019.
  13. GameXplain, Zelda BotW's 1.6.0 Update Makes Load Times Way Faster! Time Difference Compared! , YouTube (Video), published April 27, 2019, retrieved April 27, 2019.