Overview
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Version 1.1.7 represents a major overhaul of the game download and installation system,
transforming the CLI tool from a basic download utility into a robust, conflict-aware installation manager.
This release introduces a revolutionary three-phase conflict detection system, temporary extraction methodology,
and intelligent game identification that eliminates false positives and ensures safe, reliable installations.
Key Changes
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• Revolutionary Game Detection System


• Implemented CG file-based game identification using JSON metadata files


• Eliminated folder name-based detection that caused false positive conflicts


• Added comprehensive scanning of all directories for existing game installations


• Games are now identified by their unique CG/CB JSON files rather than folder names


• 100% accurate conflict detection regardless of folder naming conventions
• Three-Phase Conflict Resolution Architecture


• Phase 1: CG File Detection - Scans for existing game installations using metadata files


• Phase 2: CG-Based Removal - Safely removes installations identified by metadata


• Phase 3: Post-Extraction Folder Conflicts - Handles naming conflicts after extraction


• Each phase operates independently with specific safety checks and user confirmations


• Atomic operations ensure installation integrity throughout the process
• Advanced Temporary Extraction System


• Introduced secure temporary extraction using randomized 16-bit hash folders


• All extractions now occur in .temp-{random-hash} directories first


• Real folder name conflicts detected only after successful extraction


• Automatic cleanup of temporary directories on success or failure


• Prevents conflicts from being detected against newly created folders
• Enhanced Installation Safety and Reliability


• Added comprehensive error handling with graceful fallbacks


• Multiple verification layers prevent accidental deletions


• Improved handling of edge cases including direct file extraction


• Better protection against partial installations and corrupted downloads


• Automatic detection and handling of various archive extraction patterns
• Robust Error Handling and Recovery


• Enhanced exception handling throughout the installation process


• Automatic cleanup of temporary files and directories on failure


• Better error messages with actionable guidance for users


• Graceful handling of extraction failures and permission issues


• Improved logging for debugging and troubleshooting
• User Experience Improvements


• More accurate and informative warning messages about conflicts


• Eliminated confusing prompts about deleting newly created folders


• Clearer progress reporting during download and extraction phases


• Better size reporting and disk space calculations


• Enhanced confirmation dialogs with detailed installation information
• Command Structure Modernization


• REMOVED: Standalone extract command - no longer needed


• ENHANCED: get command now handles complete download-to-installation pipeline


• Streamlined workflow eliminates manual extraction steps


• All extraction logic integrated into the unified download process


• Simplified command structure reduces user confusion
• Performance and Reliability Enhancements


• Significantly reduced false positive conflict detection (100% → 0%)


• Faster game identification through optimized metadata scanning


• Improved memory usage during large file extractions


• More efficient folder size calculations and disk space reporting


• Enhanced stability during concurrent file operations
• Code Architecture Improvements


• Modular design with clear separation of concerns


• Self-contained extraction functions with single responsibilities


• Comprehensive documentation and logging throughout codebase


• Better maintainability through structured error handling


• Improved code reusability and extensibility
• Bug Fixes and Edge Case Handling


• Fixed issue where games with special characters in names caused conflicts


• Resolved problems with incomplete metadata file creation


• Addressed edge cases where extraction created unexpected folder structures


• Fixed cleanup issues when installations were interrupted


• Corrected folder size calculation errors in specific scenarios
• Miscellaneous Improvements


• Updated version number to 1.1.7


• Enhanced session logging with detailed operation tracking


• Improved temporary file management and cleanup procedures


• Better integration between download and extraction phases


• Optimized disk space usage during installation process

Technical Highlights
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This release introduces several groundbreaking technical improvements that fundamentally change how the CLI tool
manages game installations. The new CG file-based detection system ensures that games are identified by their actual
content rather than potentially ambiguous folder names, eliminating false conflicts entirely.
The three-phase conflict resolution system provides multiple layers of safety and verification,
ensuring that users never accidentally lose important data while maintaining the ability to cleanly
upgrade existing installations. The temporary extraction methodology allows for atomic installations
where conflicts are only detected after successful extraction, preventing confusion and ensuring reliable operations.
The removal of the standalone extract command in favor of integrated extraction represents a major workflow simplification,
reducing the number of steps required for game installation from a multi-command process to a single, comprehensive operation.
This update transforms the CLI tool into a professional-grade game installation manager that rivals commercial
game distribution platforms in terms of reliability and user safety, while maintaining the simplicity and efficiency
that makes it accessible to all users.