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How the New Companions Work in ESO: Blackwood
The Elder Scrolls Online's Blackwood Chapter, the latest in the game's thrilling, year-long "Gates of Oblivion" event, is finally out. With the expansion, comes a companion system being rolled out into the MMORPG for the first time. Equipped with their own gear, skills, and dialogue, these AI companions even come with their own rapport system. With this, comes another layer of impact towards your in-game decisions. Although they're not "sworn to carry your burdens", you'll have an armour-clad pal for combat (except PvP), conversation, and…
Quake at 25
July marks the 25th anniversary of the release of the original Quake (id Software's first true 3D FPS). Whilst Doom was id’s breakout success, Quake remains a fan favourite, successful enough since launch to spawn three sequels and countless mods. Even retaining a cult following to this day, such an influential game calls for a suitable thorough retrospective, so here we go. Earth-shattering success The initial concept for Quake had been kicking around for some time - with some oblique references even appearing as far…
Treat Yourself to a New PSU with the Lian Li SP750
Small, stylish, powerful. It's the Lian Li SP Series Power Supply Unit. More specifically, the SP750 SFX 80 Plus Gold PSU. That's right, 750W of power from a small form factor unit. Whether you use small form factor builds to save on space, or just enjoy the challenge, this is the perfect PSU to install in your case. Despite its dinky size, all your high-end hardware will be efficiently delivered power without issue. If that isn't fantastic, then I don't know what is. (Why yes,…
An Odyssey with Lian Li
Typically, manufacturers will offer different variants of their most popular cases to match the different requirements of their users. Some variants might optimise for airflow, while others might prioritise aesthetics or internal capacity for components. With the Odyssey X, however, Li Lian offers a case that can do it all! Unique transformable case from Lian Li The shape shifter The Odyssey X offers a straightforward way for users to 'transform' the case to match their preferred configuration - way easier than turning that Optimus Prime…
The Behemoth Returns: 8Pack’s Overclocked Hypercube is Better Than Ever
So far this year, 8Pack has brought us the Frame R8 wall-mounted build. Now he has returned with a new and improved favourite. That's right, it's back. Levelled up with all the latest and greatest tech on the market, let us introduce the 8Pack Hypercube Mark 2. This beast is chock-full of high-end tech from AMD and Nvidia whilst housing an entirely custom-built water cooling system. Still not convinced? 8Pack himself has hand-selected every component, pre-binned the CPU, and overclocked this machine to the extreme.…
Power Supply Units Made Easy: Explaining 80 Plus Ratings
The power supply unit is a vital component of our gaming PC. But which model is the right one for you? There are many facets to that answer, and here we’re looking at 80 PLUS ratings. The 80 PLUS rating is a certification system that signifies how efficient your chosen PSU is. In this article, we’re taking a closer look at what they mean and how this rating should affect your choice. Power Supply Units: What It Is and What It Does Before getting into…
Another Glacier Ahead
Following on from the latest batch of Glacier waterblocks, Phanteks now offer a new version optimised for the Gigabyte Aorus RTX 3090/3080 Master/Xtreme GPUs. As with other waterblocks in the Glacier line, the Phanteks Glacier G30 Aorus, has excellent build quality. It is available in two colours: a subtle black and eye-catching chrome. Both are perfectly complemented by the Glacier G30 Aorus's integrated D-RGB, which shine through the acrylic top panel. The Coolest Components The Glacier G30 Aorus comes in a bundle with an equally…
Ultimate Top Ten Gift Ideas for Father’s Day 2021
Father's Day is fast approaching. Whether you’re a partner buying on behalf of your children or actually buying for Dad, getting the right gift to celebrate Dad’s Day can be overwhelming. Here at Overclockers UK, we live to make your life easier. We're taking the guesswork out of buying for all the dads out there who love tech, gaming, and PCs. While we think everything on our website would make a great gift for the father figure in your life, we have compiled a handy Top Ten list of gift ideas for you; instead…
The Kolink Inspire K5 is a Beauty in ARGB Design
Performance, aesthetics, and cooling - three crucial factors that go into buying a gaming PC case. Thankfully, you won't have to prioritise one over the other, courtesy of the Kolink Inspire K5 ARGB Mid-Tower Case. A long-awaited addition to the Inspire range, Kolink brings a one-of-a-kind design to the K5 mid-tower chassis. The eyes are immediately dazzled by the front panel's addressable RGB-LED strip and rear 120mm ARGB fan. A tinted yet chic tempered glass side panel easily shows off your dazzling colours and high-end…
Award-Winning Five Years on the Trot – noblechairs are Truly Iconic
On Monday 31st of May, the European Hardware Awards winners were announced for 2021. Taking its place among the champions once more, the noblechairs ICON Series Gaming Chair has been crowned best of the best. For the fifth year running, it is time to don our party hats and celebrate this award-winning gaming chair! At the moment, noblechairs are going from strength to strength. In this week alone, they have launched a new special edition chair as well as receiving multiple awards for their innovative…
It’s Always Sunny-Side Up with Meshlicious
Starting out solely as the pursuit of space-conscious build enthusiasts, the proliferation of SFF (aka small form factor) PC cases in recent years is incredible. Multiple professional case manufacturers now offer their own high-quality interpretations of this category. The latest attempt comes from Lian Li, who have teamed up with NCASE to create a whole new brand to go with it. Meet: Ssupd- otherwise known as Sunny Side Up Design. Continuing with the food theme, Ssupd have dubbed their first case - “Meshlicious” -. That's…
Chivalry 2: System Requirements and the Best PCs to Play
Chivalry 2 is the long-awaited second instalment in this exciting, bloodthirsty, medieval battle series. First announced at E3 2019 and released June 12th 2022, this first-person slasher features an enhanced combat system, improved graphics, and an even better gameplay experience. Torn Banner Studios has created epic movie-style battles, and we’ve got all the information you need to get the best experience as you’re thrust into the action. What is Chivalry 2 About? Chivalry 2 tells the thrilling story of the Mason Order’s rebellion against the…