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Explore the Stars with Overclockers UK
Captain, Overclockers UK here. We’ve got a tasty round up of our top space-themed PCs and games that are perfect for this Space Exploration Day. Destination = The Moon From Starfield to Homeworld 3, you can find plenty of action-packed interstellar action on the Overclockers UK blog. Is Your Battle Station Ready? Your cosmic adventures are incomplete without a premium-quality PC in your spacesuit. If you’re in the market for your next great upgrade, we’ve got your back! Highlighted below are a few of our top…
Head-to-Head: Elgato Stream Deck vs G.Skill WigiDash
We all love a good gadget, especially if they make our workflows just that little bit smoother. Today, we’re pitting the Elgato Stream Deck and G.Skill WigiDash in a head-to-head, to see if one is better than the other. Whether you’re streaming, creating content, or working on a complex multi-tab project, having a stream control panel is going to boost your productivity. They are designed to streamline processes into a single click, putting great control at your fingertips. But which is the one for you? …
Are AMD Radeon RX 8000 GPUs and Zen 5 CPUs Launching in 2024?
The tech world is once again buzzing with speculation about AMD's next major releases! In this article, we’re breaking down all the rumours about AMD’s upcoming Radeon RX 8000 Series GPUs and Zen 5 CPUs. What are the Rumoured AMD Radeon RX 8000 Series GPUs? While AMD has kept official details under wraps, various leaks and industry insiders are providing tantalising hints about what we can expect from the Radeon RX 8000 Series, also known as RDNA 4 GPUs. Based on these leaks, it's…
Set the World On Fire with Fallout 2
Fallout 2 is the first sequel to the Post Nuclear Role Playing Game. It’s what officially made Fallout into a series, and we’ve been here for it ever since. With its apocalyptic retro-future aesthetic and classic turn-based combat, Fallout 2 is an absolute classic RPG game. We’re here to discuss gameplay, timeline placement, and, of course, the best PCs to play it. Pop open a bottle of Nuka-Cola and read on! Fallout 2 Gameplay It’s been 80 years since the first Fallout left off, and…
Power Up with Phanteks AMP GH Series ATX 3.0 PSUs!
Future-proof your gaming PC with a Phanteks AMP GH Series PSU. These modular PSUs are packed with modern features to handle current and future market demands. Plus, with their stylish finishes and textured cables, they’ll cut a fine figure in any PC case! If we’ve piqued your interest, read on and find out more about the Phanteks AMP GH Series! Phanteks AMP GH Series There are six units in the Phanteks AMP GH Series. First, they come in a choice of wattages: 750W, 850W, or…
NVIDIA SFF-Ready GeForce GPUs Are Here
Graphics cards come in all shapes and sizes, meaning we’re often left scratching our heads at what dimensions we have or what case clearance we need, especially if you want to create a sleek, but space saving small form factor (SFF) powerhouse. Thankfully, NVIDIA is set to revolutionise our SFF gaming PCs with their new line-up of SFF-ready GeForce GPUs. We’re here with all the details you need to know. What are SFF Graphics Cards? NVIDIA SFF GPUs will boast extensive compatibility with most modern-day…
Overclockers UK Summer Sale Focus: Phenomenal PC Cases!
The Overclockers UK Summer Sale is here! While there are plenty of spicy deals about, we’re taking a closer look at PC cases. PC Cases The humble PC case houses all your premium gaming components, cooling hardware, and RGB accessories. Coming in a range of sizes, colours, and styles, it is the finishing touch that truly brings your gaming PC together. Gone are the days of boring beige towers, our selection of PC cases balance aesthetics and cooling making your gaming PC an artistic statement…
How to Change the CMOS Battery on Your Motherboard
Your CMOS battery is a crucial component of your motherboard, responsible for supplying power to the CMOS chip ensuring it retains vital information about your hardware. However, similar to all batteries, it does have a limited lifespan and you might find yourself needing to replace it. If you don’t know how to replace the CMOS, we’ve created this handy step-by-step for that very reason! What is the CMOS Battery? The CMOS battery is a fundamental component found on all motherboards, responsible for powering the CMOS…
Yes. You Can Play Minecraft In VR!
A cultural phenomenon, game of the century, and holder of childhood nostalgia, Minecraft has been around in one form or another since 2009! But did you know you can actually play Minecraft in VR? In this article we’ve got all the deets on how to do just that. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wz8Ekz9h37g How To Play Minecraft In VR Before we jump right in, Minecraft only officially supports virtual reality in Bedrock Edition. This means versions purchased from the Microsoft Store have built-in VR support. Here's how to get…
What You Need to Know About Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a unique Japanese-inspired action strategy game, with absolutely glorious visuals. Low-key already here for it! Developed and published by Capcom, this game promises satisfying combat and rich gameplay, while offering a taste of Japanese culture. From the character design to the soundscape, Kunitsu-Gami is an immersive world just waiting to be explored. Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess Gameplay You play as Soh, a warrior tasked with protecting the Maiden, Yoshiro, against the hordes of the Seethe and purifying the…
Light Blue Gaming Room Set-Up
Meet the Light Blue Gaming Room Set-Up Set-Up Parts List OcUK Gaming Khopesh Configurable PC noblechairs LEGEND White Gaming Chair Ducky One 3 Aura Mini 60% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Glorious Model O White Gaming Mouse Unlock exceptional gaming performance with the Light Blue Gaming Room Set-Up. Game in Comfort and Style Achieve peak performance and comfort during all your extended gaming marathons courtesy of the noblechairs LEGEND White Gaming Chair. Crafted utilising high-tech PU leather and cold foam padding, this chair retains its shape and…
How to Optimise Game Settings
Are your gaming marathons being plagued by poor performance and low visuals? All your troubles can be solved by making a few tweaks to your PC and game settings. Both of which can optimise your PC for gaming. Those game setting screens can look mighty scary - my brain can’t handle all those different options with their fancy names! Thankfully we’ve broken down everything you need to know, including how to optimise your in-game settings and some simple Windows tweaks. Why Should You Optimise Your…