---
title: local
framework: gamekit
role: symbol
role_heading: Type Property
path: gamekit/gklocalplayer/local-oaa8
---

# local

The shared instance of the local player.

## Declaration

```swift
class var local: GKLocalPlayer { get }
```

## Return Value

Return Value The local player object.

## Discussion

Discussion You never directly create a local player object. Instead, use this method to get the shared instance.