OpenClaw 2.0 represents the largest update in the project's history, driven by over 16,000 pull requests from 933 contributors. The release touches nearly every part of the platform and delivers an extensive list of fixes and improvements.
The update began with a focused goal: simplify installation and rebuild the browser experience as the primary interface. That initial effort expanded into a comprehensive platform cleanup, ultimately reshaping the entire product into version 2.0. The refactoring effort reached across the codebase, resulting in a fundamentally improved foundation.
Installation now leverages resources already on your computer—ChatGPT or Claude subscriptions, API keys, and local models—making the initial setup faster and more straightforward. This integration approach reduces friction for new users while respecting existing tooling choices.