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Street Fighter VI is Now on PC and We Are Pumped
Street Fighter is Capcom’s iconic fighter game, and the latest addition is finally on our gaming PCs. It’s high time we took a look at Street Fighter VI. Released on June 2nd 2023, this game has already received a warm welcome after much anticipation for its arrival. We are ready to punch and fight our way through various game modes, with stunning graphics and ultimate move combos. Street Fighter VI Gameplay Street Fighter VI promises a new era of gameplay, with smart evolution and…
Are Curved Monitors Good for Gaming?
Tempted to buy a curved monitor but don’t know if they’re good for gaming? Then you’re in luck! We’ve put together this complete guide to curved monitors, highlighting all the advantages and how these monitors can boost your gaming performance. What is a Curved Monitor? A curved monitor has been designed to perfectly match the curvature of the human eye and offer a wide field of view and aspect ratio. Advantages: Typically feature widescreen aspect ratios and resolutions Greater immersion since they match the curvature…
Fable: Everything We Know About The New Game
Heroes rejoice! After being announced way back at the XBOX Games Showcase in 2020, we finally have some more information about the new, upcoming Fable. If you’re as excited as we are, you’ll want to know every single detail. There are a few juicy details about, so this is everything we know about Fable so far. What is Fable? Since it’s been over a decade since the last Fable game (try not to feel old, try not to feel old) some of you may be…
Overclockers UK Academy: How to Package Your PC
Our Overclockers UK Academy is back with another in-depth guide! Today, we’ll be showing you how to package your PC in case you need to send it back to us. Watch How to Package Your PC Don’t want to read how to package your PC? You can watch Briony, as she talks you through the necessary steps to safely return your PC to us. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NET8RtcxSus Step by Step Before you begin packing up your PC, we recommend you first back up all your precious data…
Anatomy of a Power Supply – Everything You Need to Know!
Whether you are a beginner or veteran PC expert who wants to touch up on your hardware knowledge, our dedicated ‘Anatomy Of’ series is for you. We’ve designed this in-depth series of articles to showcase what goes into all the important PC components. In this article, we’ll be taking a deep dive into a PSU (power supply). be quiet! 1000W Modular PSU What is a PSU? To keep it simple, the PSU is responsible for supplying your PC with a consistent and reliable flow of…
Your Guide to PC and Console VR
2023 is The Year of VR! New headsets, tech, and a boatload of games are on the way, but are you ready to play? In this guide, we’re explaining everything you need to know to choose what type of virtual reality headset is right for you. Console, PCVR, or standalone? The choice is yours. What Is PCVR PCVR, or PC Virtual Reality, it is what it says on the tin... box... Headset? We promise it isn't really that complicated! For simplicity's sake, we’ll say there…
PC Modding with OcUK: Tools of the Trade
We’re back with the next installment of our dedicated ‘PC Modding with OcUK’ series. First up, is a deep dive into all the necessary tools you need to successfully mod your PC. PC Modding PC modding is the art of making cosmetic changes to your system’s hardware or chassis. You can opt for case LED lighting, noise dampening panels, or even painting your case. In fact, there are limitless mods you can make to your computer. Must-Have PC Modding Tools We have a range of…
Will a Monitor Upgrade Require a Graphics Card Upgrade?
Tempted to upgrade your monitor but don’t know if you should also upgrade your GPU? Then look no further! Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve designed this handy blog article to answer that very question. We’ll be highlighting all the different reasons why you may want to upgrade both, along with our top GPU and monitor recommendations. Do You Have to Upgrade Your GPU with Your Monitor? A GPU upgrade isn’t always necessary when you purchase a new monitor, however you could be limiting both your…
Epic Saving of Over £99 on the noblechairs HERO Far Cry 6 Edition
You heard me! The noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair Far Cry 6 Edition is on sale, right now. For a limited time only, this premium special edition gaming chair has 25% slashed from its price. That is over £99 off! I’ll let you pick your jaw off the floor before I wow you again with this chair’s specs. The noblechairs HERO Far Cry 6 Edition This truly is a stunning chair. The design is officially licenced by Ubisoft and will turn your gaming set-up into a…
Processing Power: How important is it?
The processor is a vital component in every gaming PC and laptop. If you don’t have one, your device just won’t work. Straight off the bat, we can see that processing power is important. It pays to give some thought to the processor you choose. A poor chip will hinder every single aspect of your machine, while a high-quality processor could take your gaming, work, and daily computing to the next level. In this article, we’ll be investigating how CPUs work, what the cores do,…
Game on with AMD with These Exclusive Promotions
The Game On AMD event has started at Overclockers UK. For a limited time only, earn exclusive savings on a range of AMD gaming hardware. Game On AMD: If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your gaming PC, there hasn’t been a better time. Running from June 5th to July 1st, unlock access to a vast range of unbelievable savings across AMD Ryzen processors and AMD Radeon graphics cards. To showcase what you can get your hands on in the Game On AMD event, we’ve included…
Save the Children’s Survive to Five is Back for Another Year!
Save the Children’s summer streaming event is back. Survive to Five is here for 2023, aiming to raise money for children worldwide. We’ve been following this event for the last few years, enjoying the streamer’s antics and that warm fuzzy feeling when you donate to charity. This year, Streamplify and Ducky are supporting the Stream Team and Save the Children. There are some familiar faces returning to fundraise this year and plenty of new streamers to watch. All in all, an entertaining few days! Annnnd…