It’s widely believed to refer to a new Switch hardware revision (internally codenamed “Aula 2” or “Switch 160”), possibly an upgraded model with extra RAM and a higher clock speed. The “exclusive” tag suggests content that only runs on this new device – even if the cartridge is played on an original Switch, the features will be locked.
The most significant "exclusive" additions in version 1.6.0 included: botw update 160 exclusive
You control Zelda in a stealth segment. She is fleeing the castle as the Champions fall. You discover that the Sheikah monks did not choose to mummify themselves. They were cursed by the first King of Hyrule for trying to destroy the original Guardian blueprints. It’s widely believed to refer to a new
Paya, having traveled to the castle to research ancient tech, whispers: “The Sheikah Slate is vibrating. It sees a frequency… below the labyrinth.” She is fleeing the castle as the Champions fall
While 1.6.0 was the last "content" update for years, the game has recently seen a resurgence in activity. In February 2026, Nintendo released Version 1.9.0 to celebrate the series' 40th anniversary, adding support for the Thai language and further stability for "Switch 2" players. However, for many purists, the remains the most "exclusive" turning point in the game's lifecycle, representing the peak of the original Switch's optimization efforts.