Reloaded was a prominent cracking group. In this context, "Reloaded" simply means the executable has been modified to run without Steam DRM.
Why does this matter for a blog post? Because the Steam version of TL2 has a quirk: It forces cloud saves and auto-updates. If you are running a massive mod pack that breaks with the latest Steam patch (though rare), a Reloaded build allows you to freeze the game at Update 2 forever.
To make sure you get the “better” experience without crashes, follow this exactly:
This specific release is significant because "Update 2" was the final major update for the game before the developers moved on to other projects. It includes all previously released DLCs and fixes.
FitGirl Repack is generally better for most players because:
Reloaded (Update 2) is only better if:
If you insist on using the "TorchlightIIUpdate2Reloaded Fitgirl" repack, here is how to make it stable:
The "better" aspect usually refers to the following technical features provided by the repack: