Whether you can run this comes down to three components and one setting. Can I Run AI Locally is easier to answer once you know which.

The approach below has been checked against the current version rather than a patch from two years ago. If something here stops matching what you see on screen, the game has probably changed a value in an update. Most advice on this topic assumes you already know half the answer, which is exactly the problem.

The short answer

If your machine is near the minimum, it will run — at low settings, at a lower resolution, and with occasional dips you will learn to ignore.

Settings to turn down first

Most advice on this topic assumes you already know half the answer, which is exactly the problem. The approach below has been checked against the current version rather than a patch from two years ago. Storage type affects loading far more than frame rate. There is a fast way and a safe way, and they are not the same thing.

There is a fast way and a safe way, and they are not the same thing. Nothing below requires mods, paid tools or an account on some sketchy site. Anything marked optional really is optional, so skip it without guilt.

What actually limits performance here

Small details matter more than they should here, so read the order of steps carefully. Most advice on this topic assumes you already know half the answer, which is exactly the problem. The approach below has been checked against the current version rather than a patch from two years ago.

  • Check the version you are running before following any step-by-step advice.
  • Restart fully after a change rather than trusting a quick reload.
  • Write down what you changed, so you can undo it if the result gets worse.
  • Back up your save if the game gives you the option.
  • Test one change at a time instead of five at once.

Minimum versus recommended

The approach below has been checked against the current version rather than a patch from two years ago. The community figured most of this out through repetition, and the pattern has held up well. It helps to know why a step exists, because then you can adapt it when your situation differs slightly. If you are short on time, the first section alone is usually enough.

The difference between a smooth run and a frustrating one usually comes down to preparation, not skill. Anything marked optional really is optional, so skip it without guilt. If you are short on time, the first section alone is usually enough.

Mistakes worth avoiding

  • Following a guide written for an older version and assuming nothing moved.
  • Changing several settings at once, then having no idea which one helped.
  • Skipping the preparation step because it looks boring, then repeating the hard part four times.
  • Trusting a video thumbnail over the actual patch notes.

Frequently asked questions

Can I run it on a laptop?

Usually yes, with settings lowered and expectations adjusted. Sustained performance depends heavily on cooling.

Do I need any add-ons or third-party tools?

No. Everything described here works with the game as installed, which also means nothing breaks when the next patch lands.

Is more memory or a better card the better upgrade?

If you are at or below the minimum memory figure, memory first. Otherwise the graphics card is the bigger lever.

Can I Run AI Locally is not complicated once the order of operations is clear, and now it is.