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What are the Best PCs for Minecraft?
With almost 140 million monthly players in 2021, Minecraft is arguably the most popular video game of all time that is appealing to players of all ages. As a huge, expansive sandbox game, Minecraft allows players to utilise different terrains, materials, and craftables to show off their creativity and unique designs. Overclockers UK has decided to compile this handy guide detailing everything you need to know about this hugely successful sandbox game. We’ve even included some of our favourite gaming PCs and laptops that are…
Everything You Need to Know About Martha is Dead, the Jaw-Dropping Thriller You Simply Must Play
There is little point in asking if you are ready to play Martha is Dead because simply put, you are not ready. This dark, first-person psychological thriller from developer LKA became one of 2022’s most talked-about indie games and another strong piece of evidence for the ‘video games are art’ debate. Whether you have a horse in that race or not, we have everything you need to know about this game so you can experience it for yourself. Experience a Tale Set in War-Torn Tuscany …
Cheat Codes You’ll Love for your 11 Favourite PC Games
Anyone who says a bad word against cheat codes simply hates fun. That’s our story and we’re sticking to it. But also, sometimes they’re a nice way to leapfrog the difficulty curve of our favourite games. Luckily the teams behind these titles agree with us. Whether you want to get your hands on the shiniest toys or skip past boring or broken levels, they’ve snuck in ways for you to do just that. We’ve assembled this list of cheat codes that will spice up your…
GTA VI is Coming, Making an Exciting Future for Rockstar’s Flagship Franchise
Update 05/12/23 Grand Theft Auto Six has been officially revealed, with Rockstar unveiling the first trailer for GTA VI. Whilst we’re working with pretty limited info at the moment, Grand Theft Auto Six’s first trailer has revealed we’re heading back to the Miami-inspired Vice City. What’s more, it looks like there is going to be a huge map to explore in GTA VI. In the trailer, we saw everything from the beaches and city, all the way to the Everglades. Rockstar Won’t Let You Play…
Motherboard Form Factors Explained: Everything You Need to Know!
When it comes to selecting the perfect components for your dream gaming PC, it can seem a little daunting. Especially when you have to consider the size of your hardware, not just the type of hardware you need. But fear not – that's where our team of PC experts at Overclockers UK comes in! We’ve compiled this handy guide detailing everything you need to know about different motherboard form factors, so sit back, grab a cuppa, and keep on reading. What is a Motherboard? As…
Is the Steam Deck Good Enough for AAA Gaming?
It has been a few weeks now since Valve hand-delivered some of the first Steam Decks to lucky buyers near their offices, but the question remains. Is the Steam Deck good for AAA gaming? The Steam Deck packs a pretty big punch, with all of the models rocking a custom AMD APU optimised for handheld gaming. This chip is based on AMD's Zen 2 and RNDA2 architecture, delivering plenty of performance for PC games on the go. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Dy-KWjp-m0 The Tech Spec In their official tech…
The Coolest Pre-Build on the Block: 8Pack Cryocube
Our favourite champion overclocker has done it again. Taking last year’s Hypercube, 8Pack has elevated the ultimate gaming PC into a frosty pre-build packed with impressive performance. Meet: The Cryocube. Feast your eyes on this beautiful gaming PC. Frosty Specs The Cryocube is a fully kitted out, pre-built gaming PC designed by Ian “8Pack” Parry in conjunction with the team of technical experts at Overclockers UK. Each piece of hardware is cherry-picked by 8Pack, guaranteeing phenomenal performance. Here is a quick breakdown of the specs,…
Monitor Types Explained: Everything You Need to Know!
When it comes to upgrading your monitor, there are a lot of important factors to take into consideration. In order to choose the perfect monitor, you will need to consider LCD vs OLED, the different types of monitor panels, and the advantages or disadvantages of each. With all these different factors and questions to consider, our team of experts here at Overclockers UK have decided to compile this helpful guide. In due course, all your questions about different monitor types will be answered! So, get…
You NEED This for Elden Ring
Elden Ring, shall I compare thee to a summer's day? Thou art more lovely... TLDR, we are absolutely mad about Elden Ring here at Overclockers UK. So, we've curated the perfect setup, one that we both know you need. Our new favourite Soulslike role-playing game Elden Ring has captured the attention of gamers across the internet. It has something for everyone, from the constant world-building and breath-taking visuals to that unforgiving combat we've come to love from games such as Darksouls and Bloodborne. What do I Need to Play Elden…
Windows 11 vs Windows 10 -Ten Big Differences You Need to Know Before Upgrading
The Windows 11 rollout began back in October 2021 and has been storming ahead ever since. If you haven’t yet upgraded, now may be the time to consider making the change from its predecessor, Windows 10. We understand that everyone is different in what features of their operating system they find most important. As such, we explore some of the big changes that Microsoft have made to Windows between 10 and 11, that might sway you to make that leap. One important thing to…
GhostWire: Tokyo-The Official PC System Specifications
Are you ready for Bethesda’s all-new supernatural ghost hunt? GhostWire: Tokyo released on the 25th of March 2022. Here at Overclockers UK, our team of gaming enthusiasts have compiled everything we know about the game, including the official PC system specifications. We’ve paired it with some jaw-dropping gaming PCs that would be perfect to play this psychological mystery. Where is Everyone? From the brilliant mind that brought us Resident Evil, GhostWire: Tokyo will have players take control of Akiro. Venture through a city that is…
Wired Vs Wireless Gaming the Ultimate Showdown
Wired or wireless? A tale as old as time. The choice between the two can be difficult to make, so we're breaking down some great products from both sides of the fence. Wired vs wireless gaming goes much further than just headsets and mice. From keyboards and gamepads all the way to virtual reality gaming, there is a wireless solution for everything. Wireless Gaming – All the Fun, No Tangled Cables Wireless gaming offers plenty of benefits over traditional wired peripherals. There's nothing…