Here’s a concise review of , focusing on what it is, how to get it, and its practical value. DirectX 12 Shader Model 6.0 – Review What Is Shader Model 6.0? Shader Model 6.0 (SM6.0) is a major update to HLSL (High-Level Shader Language), introduced with Windows 10 Version 1809 (October 2018 Update) and DirectX 12. It’s not a separate download – it comes built into the OS and GPU drivers.