ATS Launcher updated to Final Build V2.2.2

5th December 2024 19 By Alan Thomson Simulation

HI Guys
We have some important news to share about one of our long-standing projects. For the past two years, our team has been dedicated to developing and improving the ATS Launcher, an installer designed to streamline the installation of our products. While the Launcher has been publicly available for some time and has seen many improvements, we have decided that it is time to phase it out.
The Launcher has been a technically ambitious project, much like the advanced Passenger Train project. Despite its potential, managing it has been challenging. Early versions faced reliability issues, though later updates have significantly improved its performance. Feedback has been mixed, with some users loving the convenience it offers, while others have found it less favorable.
Personally, I have been a huge fan of the Launcher and cannot express enough gratitude to Kieran for transforming our ideas into a functional and usable product. As Kieran moves on to new opportunities, Pete and I have decided that this is the right moment to transition to a more conventional installation process.
So, what’s the plan going forward? We have fixed the missing download button, so all of your products should now be available. If you encounter any issues, please let us know. You can download the latest version of the Launcher from our website using this link

http://alanthomsonsim.com/wp-content/uploads/ATSLauncherSetup1.5.6.exe

We recommend a clean install of this version, so please delete the previous version before reinstalling. You can do this via the Add/Remove Programs feature in Windows. This is necessary because the auto-update feature has been disabled as we wind down the Launcher. We appreciate that this might be a bit of a hassle, but it’s a means to an end and will hopefully lead to a better customer experience for you all.
In the coming weeks, we will provide more details about these new installers. We believe this change will simplify the installation process for everyone.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding.
Cheers

Alan