More from Mr. Monahan:

Hi guys - this release is just a hotfix version to address the companion issue. The previously mentioned fixes are scheduled for the 1.03 patch (which internally is patch 2... ok confused?

Regarding the crash, taking a look on our machines here. Will update shortly.

You may wish to read this thread to get overall impressions of the hot fix and what's intended for the 1.03 patch.