After a lot of behind-the-scenes work, I'm excited to announce the release of the PWS 2.0 Launcher Edition.
If you're currently using the older, non-Launcher Edition (non-LE) version of PWS 2.0, this post will walk you through what's changing, why I made the switch, and what you can expect going forward.
Why the New Launcher Edition?
The original PWS 2.0 installation process used an installer, but updating to new versions wasn’t as smooth as I wanted it to be. Each time a new release came out, it usually meant downloading a full installer again, reinstalling the entire application, and sometimes manually managing game files to preserve your data between installs.
I wanted to make that easier — both for you and for future updates.
The new PWS 2.0 Launcher Edition takes care of installing and updating automatically. When a new version of PWS 2.0 is available, the launcher will download and install it for you — no need to reinstall the full application or manually manage files.
What’s Different with the Launcher Edition?
The core of Pro Wrestling Superstar 2.0 hasn’t changed. The matches, the wrestlers, the features — everything you already know and use is still there.
What’s new is how PWS 2.0 is installed and updated:
- The Launcher Edition includes a small program that manages your PWS 2.0 installation.
- Updates are downloaded as smaller, focused packages instead of full reinstallation files.
- Future upgrades and fixes can happen faster and with less effort for everyone.
How to Install the Launcher Edition
For Mac Users:
- Download the PWS 2.0 Launcher Edition installer (.pkg file) using your download link.
- Double-click the installer and follow the prompts.
- The launcher will be installed to your /Applications folder.
For Windows Users:
- Download the PWS 2.0 Launcher Edition installer (.exe file) using your download link.
- Run the installer and follow the prompts.
- By default, the launcher will be installed to a folder of your choosing.
Important: If you have a previous non-LE installation of PWS 2.0 on your system, the new installer will automatically look for your existing data. If found, your data will be copied into the new installation — no manual steps needed. If already migrated, the installer will skip this step.
Please reach out if you need your download link re-sent.
A Few Common Questions
Will my existing wrestlers, matches, and data be affected?
No — your data will remain safe. The installer will automatically migrate your data when upgrading.
Will antivirus software flag the launcher?
The launcher and installer are signed to minimize warnings. However, some antivirus programs — especially ones like Norton — may still be cautious. This is normal behavior.
Do I have to repurchase the game?
No. If you already own Pro Wrestling Superstar 2.0, you’re all set. This is just a new way to install and update it.
Is the non-LE version of PWS 2.0 still supported?
Going forward, updates and new features will be delivered through the Launcher Edition only.
One More Thing...
Along with the launch of the PWS 2.0 Launcher Edition, a few new features and fixes are now live as part of the update:
- Wrestler Selector Toggle/Filter — You can now toggle between viewing a promotion's wrestlers or all wrestlers.
- Calendar Date Selection — When scheduling a card, you can now pick dates from a calendar.
- Results Database Year Correction — Event years are now correct when saving match results while running a card.
- Vacant Title Matches — You can now run matches for vacant titles.
There’s more in the works, but I wanted to get these improvements into your hands as part of the new update.
Wrapping Up
This change has been a long time coming, and I appreciate your patience while I worked through it.
If you have any questions, concerns, or run into any issues during the transition, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m always happy to help.
Thank you, as always, for supporting Pro Wrestling Superstar 2.0!
— John