This is where it gets tricky. The minimum RAM requirement for the PC remaster is 8 GB , with 16 GB recommended. Running the Definitive Edition on only 4 GB of RAM will likely result in stuttering or crashes unless you use significant low-end optimization mods. 3. The "4 GB Highly Compressed" Versions

This version was designed to run on as little as 256 MB to 384 MB of RAM. On a modern machine with 4 GB of RAM, the game will run smoothly at maximum settings.

If you have a 4 GB RAM PC, stick to the Classic v1.0 version for the best performance. It only takes up about 4.7 GB of storage and will run flawlessly. Avoid the Definitive Edition unless you plan on upgrading your RAM to at least 8 GB.

If you are playing on a system with 4 GB of RAM and want to enhance your experience without breaking your hardware, consider these community fixes: