Version 1.2.3 (Latest) - December 6, 2025
"Auto-Update System Overhaul"
✨ New Features
- Automatic Application Restart: Update installer now automatically relaunches the application after successful update
- PowerShell-Based Installer: Replaced batch script with PowerShell for more reliable process management
- Consistent Filename: Application always uses
CockatriceAssistant.exe(shortcuts never break)- GitHub releases still use versioned names (e.g.,
CockatriceAssistant-v1.2.3.exe) - Installer renames to consistent filename during installation
- GitHub releases still use versioned names (e.g.,
🔧 Improvements
- No More Python DLL Errors: PowerShell script properly launches PyInstaller executables
- Industry-Standard Update Flow: Follows common indie application update patterns
- Better User Experience: Automatic restart after update - no manual intervention needed
- Improved Reliability: More robust process detection and file handling
- Visual Feedback: Color-coded PowerShell console shows clear update progress
🐛 Bug Fixes
- Relaunch Issues: Fixed Python DLL errors when trying to restart application after update
- Shortcut Preservation: User shortcuts and taskbar pins remain functional after updates
Yes v1.2.2 was skipped