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High Octane Playcation with Rocket Rumble and MSI
PixelNAUT Games released Rocket Rumble for early access on the 3rd of this month. As a multiplayer, racing brawler, it is an ideal contender for a multiplayer playcation for you and the squad. If you and your mates are epic enough to coordinate time off, then you can dedicate a decent chunk of your hols to this bright, high-energy game. Equipped with the best in MSI gaming laptops, of course. High Octane Fun For All In Rocket Rumble, you and three friends will compete to…
Left Hander’s, Ambidextrous Gaming Mice, and a Few Famous Lefties
August 13th is International Left Hander’s Day. It’s time to celebrate all our left-handed gamers out there! Overclockers UK may not be Ned Flanders’ Leftorium, but we do have a collection of ambidextrous gaming mice. From popular brands like Logitech and Glorious, these gaming mice are symmetrically sculpted, making them comfortable to use under either hand. We’re highlighting a selection of the ambidextrous mice available on our website, as well as bringing you a few fun facts and famous lefties. Logitech First up, we have…
All in with new cooling tech from Phanteks
The Dutch cooling and case manufacturer returns! This time Phanteks fans, pun very much intended, are in for a treat. Today we have a new line of fans and an AiO cooler launching. Let's have a closer look. The All-in-One Package The new AiO (All-in-One) cooler is the Phanteks Glacier One 240 T30. This particular unit sits at the premium end of the market, able to both cool powerful CPUs and also operate in near-silence. Its high-end components include an Asetek Gen7 pump and a…
On the prowl for Glorious Lynx switches
Following last year's successful release of the Glorious Panda switches, the acclaimed manufacturer now unleashes a wild cat into the fray. Introducing the Glorious Lynx featuring a linear actuation offering both high levels of speed and accuracy. Ready for the hunt Glorious Lynx switches are perfectly suited for FPS titles and provide a premium typing experience. As we've come to expect from Glorious, they have gone above and beyond to create a high-quality product. From a stem and leaf sourced from Japan to a spring…
Customise Your Gaming PC with Kolink Unity Series
There’s so much to love about our gaming PCs - from the tech behind them to aesthetical features that make each of our battle stations a visual marvel. However, if you decided you want a new look for your gaming system, you’d need to purchase a new case entirely, maybe even alter your component set-up to make it all fit. At Overclockers, we’re ready to change that, with two incredible new cases from Kolink: the Unity Nexus and the Unity Adapt. Customise with Alternate Front…
The Day Warwick Davis and HarrisonXGamer Came To Stay
Film fans will recognise Warwick Davis from mega movie franchises such as Harry Potter and Star Wars, or his extensive range of voice-over work. Gaming fans will recognise him as Harrison’s dad. HarrisonXGamer is a popular YouTube gamer and a film star in his own right. So, the day they both came to Overclockers UK was certainly one to remember! HarrisonXGamer Meets Infin8 Harrison Davis has made a name for himself in gaming circles as a big fan and creator of wholesome content. Yes, playing…
Hot New Releases with their Perfect Keyboard and Mouse Upgrade
Get ready everyone, I have some game drops that are hotter than last week’s heatwave. The summer holidays are in full swing, playcations are planned and booked, and some cracking games are lined up for release in August. Today, I have picked out my top five favourite games releases, plus compiled a list of complimentary keyboard and mouse combos that will enable you to get the best from the titles. Flawless performance is what we are all about at Overclockers UK. Lawn Mower Simulator Minimum…
Rogue Celebrity Voice Cameos in Games That Blow Our Mind
With so many games now fully voiced, it can spark some joy when you hear a rogue celebrity you weren’t expecting! Rogue Celebrity Voice Cameos in Games That Blow Our Mind Vaguely familiar voices - we’ve all been there. We’re binge playing our new favourite game and during the cinematic cut-scene, you recognise the voice of the character. Sadly, you can’t quite put your finger on the name. It bugs you until you just have to pause your game and dig out IMDb.com to check.…
New and Exclusive from noblechairs: The TX Fabric Range
If there is one thing I can say with confidence, it’s that noblechairs is a well-loved brand of gaming chairs. Winning multiple awards, noblechairs have brought you amazing comfort in a range of materials and special edition chairs, such as the ESO and Real Madrid chairs. Expanding on their premium repertoire, noblechairs now have a fabric gaming chair available in every model. Marvel at the noblechairs TX Series! https://youtu.be/zf205VuBZEg Premium Fabric Upholstery In the past, noblechairs have been upholstered in leather, PU leather, or hybrid…
Holiday the OcUK Way – Take a Playcation
It's time to holiday - yay! First, there were vacations. Then came the staycation. At Overclockers UK, we’d like to introduce you to the idea of the Playcation. When looked up in the Overclockers Dictionary of Everything, here is how Playcation is defined: The act of taking time off work, specifically to play video games. We’re taking a closer look at the OG game that inspired the concept of playcations and some of the great hardware you can use to enhance immersion. Summer Holiday with…
Zwift to Stage 21 of the Tour de France
Zwift is what happens when you merge cycling and PC gaming. The Zwift system allows you to undergo cycling training from the comfort of your own home. No having to worry about facing the elements, avoiding cars and other traffic, or (in my case) anyone else seeing you. Now, with the Tour de France happening yearly, it’s easy to feel inspired and motivated to hop back on the bike and power out a few miles. What is the Stage 21 of the Tour de France…
The Kolink Trio: Classic, Umbra, & Umbra Void Fans
Continuing its aim to bring premium-quality products throughout the PC gaming community, Kolink has added a trio of fans to an already exquisite range of accessories. At Overclockers UK, we’re introducing three new 120mm PWM fans: the Kolink Classic, the Kolink Umbra, and the Kolink Umbra Void. Starting with the Kolink Classic, all fans deliver splendid cooling performance in their own right. What’s more, each version is incorporated with additional features which take the look of your gaming PC to the next level. For example,…