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Educational Gaming: The Future of Esports in Education
Whilst 70% of UK parents believe that esports can have a positive role in their child’s education, only 32% are happy for them to have an active career in the industry. There isn’t enough awareness of the vital skills gaming can develop or the expansive career options available. That’s why we’ve complied this informative blog article detailing everything there is to know about esports in education, including the benefits, skills, and career opportunities. Gaming Is Not Just for Fun As the popularity of gaming and…
Coming Up Kolink: Three New Cases and a Vertical GPU Kit
Landing at Overclockers UK today, we have four new products in the Kolink Range. The Stronghold Prime, two additions to the Observatory range with the Y aRGB and Y Mesh, plus a Vertical GPU Kit. There has never been a better time to be in the market for a new, premium mid-tower case. There’s something for everyone too – especially fans of the classic black, RGB lovers, and hardware enthusiasts. Three Cases and a GPU Bracket All three of the cases can accommodate some impressive…
The coolest water cooling AiO solutions for your brand-new Alder Lake CPU
With the release of the latest ground-breaking generation of Intel CPUs, here at Overclockers UK, we have decided to compile this handy guide on the best water cooling AiO solutions for your new Alder Lake processor. If you have questions such as, what are the advantages of water cooling? How does the TDP affect the type of water-cooling setup? What CPU water coolers are compatible with the 1700 socket? We will answer these questions and much more in due course. I’ve also selected some of…
Quack Mechanics and More with the New Ducky One 3 Keyboards
Ducky is a powerhouse when it comes to mechanical keyboards. Their One 2 range has been massively successful and a firm favourite, which is why we are so excited to announce the arrival of Ducky One 3 keyboards! https://youtu.be/DPk5BJrexl4 Quacking Stuff! The core principle of these keyboards is the innovative, new Quack Mechanics. These principles come together to create a sublime typing experience, whether you are gaming or typing up that report for your boss. But what are Quack Mechanics, you ask. They are: True PBT Keycaps, Solid Stance, Authentic Acoustics, and Balanced Tuning. …
Top 5 Incredible Games Releasing in March 2022!
It’s time for another month of incredible games! Take a look at our top 5 games releasing in March, along with a selection of gaming PCs that Overclockers UK has on offer. Shadow Warrior 3 - 1st March Get ready for the latest first-person shooter, Shadow Warrior 3! Packed with nail-biting action, players will take control of fallen corporate shogun Lo Wang on his mission to recapture an ancient dragon. Joining you on your mission is Lo Wang’s former employer, now sidekick, Orochi Zilla. Players…
Jonsbo HX CPU Coolers – Powerful Cooling for your CPU
With the Jonsbo HX Series CPU coolers, you’ll be able to choose a stylish and powerful air cooler for your processor. From a low-profile downdraft cooler perfect to fit in a mini-ITX build, to a twin tower beast that can handle even the most powerful of processors. This line of coolers brings stylish aesthetics, support for a wide variety of CPUs, and, most importantly of all, truly impressive cooling performance. What Coolers are Available Jonsbo HX6200 The HX6200 is a powerful low-profile downdraft cooler. The…
Forza Horizon 5: Drive Across Mexico with all Your Friends
Embark on the ultimate driving adventure across the streets and dirt tracks of Mexico! Forza Horizon 5 landed way back in November 2021 and has been one of our top racing sims ever since. Here at Overclockers UK, our team of enthusiasts have decided to compile all the incredible details of this racing simulator into this guide. From your favourite cars, the vibrant streets of Mexico and cross-platform compatibility – we've got all the information you need right here. Action-Packed Driving Adventure The next-generation of…
The Ultimate Gaming Headset Guide
So, you’re ready to elevate your gaming experience with a brand-new headset? Good decision. The right gaming headset can deepen your immersion and help you feel closer to the people you play with. Picking one is admittedly a tough choice, with so many models to choose from with lists of features that raise more questions than they answer. The Ultimate Gaming Headset Guide First, you need to decide if you want a gaming headset or gaming headphones. Gaming headphones are traditionally used for listening to…
Streamplify HUB CTRL 7 – The Heart of Your Streaming Set-Up
A little over a month ago, a new, affordable streaming brand made its debut. I’m, of course, talking about Streamplify – the new one-stop-shop for all your streaming needs. Today, their line-up expands to include the Streamplify HUB CTRL 7. HUB CTRL 7 The Streamplify HUB CTRL 7 is a USB hub with functionality at its heart, providing you with extensive connectivity at all times. As the “7” might suggest, this hub has seven USB ports – six USB 3.0 and the last is equipped…
Exciting noblechairs HERO Elden Ring Special Edition
It seems like yesterday we were getting excited about the official Elden Ring specifications, and now it’s been released. To celebrate this new soulslike game, that saw story contribution from the one and only George R. R. Martin, our friends at noblechairs have something special up their sleeves. Introducing the noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair Elden Ring Special Edition. Feast your eyes on this beaut! Design Fit for an Elden Lord With its classic gold embroidery on black PU leather design, the noblechairs HERO Elden Ring…
Overclockers UK Levels Up With New Website
We’ve been busy little bees behind the scenes at Overclockers UK. Exciting changes have come to our website, making your experience smoother! Along with a cleaner design, we’ve added lots of lovely new features to make your shopping experience even better. Let's check out some of the highlights. New Website, New Homepage There’s no place like the homepage, especially now all our customer’s top products have taken up residence there. Scroll through our carousel to check out the latest releases, hot deals and offers, and…
Wireless Gaming: Is it the Future?
As technology continues to expand, more users are upgrading to wireless gaming hardware. Notably, the increase in flexibility, clean and modern aesthetics and near-zero latency connectivity, are all attractive features of wireless hardware. Our team of experts here at Overclockers UK have compiled all our knowledge on wireless technology into this helpful guide. We aim here to answer all your questions here along with providing you with some incredible hardware recommendations! Wireless vs. Wired One of the main reasons why more people are upgrading to…