Horizon Forbidden West Update 1.0.37 - 1.5.80.exe -

Horizon Forbidden West Update 1.0.37 - 1.5.80.exe: The Definitive Guide to the Mega-Patch

5. User Impact and Community Reception

• Threading Overhaul: Where 1.0.37 struggled with 6-core CPUs, version 1.2.56 introduced dynamic thread pooling. On a Ryzen 5 5600X, gains were 15-20% in the Daunt.
• DirectStorage 1.2.2 Upgrade: The updated executable linked against a newer DirectStorage runtime, fixing the NVMe stutter issue. For HDD users (though not recommended), texture pop-in reduced.
• Ultra+ Settings: Patch 1.3.01 unlocked “Very High” textures beyond the original PS5 limits, requiring 12GB+ VRAM. The exe added a VRAM usage bar in settings.

Part 1: The State of Play – What Was Version 1.0.37?