I just downloaded S2 last night. Do I need to install the patch or is included with the download?

I believe it's included with the download. You only need to apply patches that weren't released when you downloaded. If I'm wrong a Dev will be here to correct me I'm sure.

The easy way to check is look at the bottom left hand corner when at the main screen. The program version is displayed. So long as it says 0.5P2 you're completely up to date.

Thanks guys!

The patch was not included. I installed it and now says 0.5P2

Interesting! I think the devs normally (used to) compile the patches together, but perhaps they ain gonna bother in future (makes it easier for people to run older versions if they want to).

Because it's only a test patch, and it's compatible, and doesn't contain massively important updates, there is no need to update the full versions.

For years now, we never update the full version for test patches (ones with a number). We only do full versions for official patches (ones with a new letter - like 0.5Q).

Ah, makes sense. Cheers for the explanation :up: