This update was part of the early post-launch "hotfix" cycle managed by and Guerrilla Games to address critical day-one performance and stability issues on PC. Key Fixes and Features
The primary achievement of update lies in its aggressive pursuit of stability. In an era where large-scale open-world titles are often plagued by memory leaks and micro-stutters, this patch introduced critical fixes for intermittent crashes that occurred during high-intensity combat and fast-travel transitions. By refining how the engine handles asset streaming, the update significantly reduced the "hitch" effect often seen when crossing biome boundaries, creating a more seamless immersion in the vibrant wilds of the Forbidden West. Optimization for Modern Hardware horizon forbidden west update 1037 1580exe
Resolved a significant performance regression (lag or frame drops) that occurred specifically when using a DualSense controller wirelessly via Bluetooth. This update was part of the early post-launch
Fixed a bug where controller prompts would not appear if a player connected their controller after the game had already launched. By refining how the engine handles asset streaming,
The release of update 1.03.7 demonstrates Guerrilla Games' commitment to supporting and improving Horizon Forbidden West. As the game continues to receive patches and updates, we can expect to see even more improvements and new features added in the future.
: Updates have optimized texture streaming to significantly reduce memory usage, preventing crashes on systems with lower VRAM. Quality of Life and Control Fixes