A new The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom mod brings significant performance improvements even on native hardware capable of running modded games.
The Stabilize FPS mod, which can be downloaded by going here, comes in two different versions. The first one, aptly called Potato Version, is best used for low-end hardware like the Steam Deck and the actual Nintendo Switch, caps the game’s resolution at 576p, allowing the game to run at a smoother framerate. According to the modder, overclocking can lead to a more stable 60 FPS experience. The mod’s second version, on the other hand, is best used on powerful machines to achieve smoother and more stable framerates. It can also be used in conjunction with resolution mods to achieve better-looking visuals with smoother performance.
It is a shame that only a few Nintendo Switch users will be able to take advantage of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Stabilize FPS mod, as a hacked console is required to run mods, but still, it’s definitely good to know that some users will be able to enjoy the game on native hardware without the performance issues it is plagued by. While it is more about modernizing the series 2D formula rather than revolutionizing it, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is still a very solid game that all fans of the series will surely enjoy. You can learn more about it by checking out Nathan’s review.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom brings some new ideas to the table, but in the end, the game is more about modernizing the classic 2D Zelda experience. The attention-grabbing echo copying mechanic has its pros and cons, but where Echoes of Wisdom consistently hits is in the tried-and-true design of its world and dungeons, which are as good as any the franchise has delivered in the past. This may be Zelda’s first starring adventure, but past Legends still echo strongly here.
