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Amazing Games We Really Wish Existed: Vol 3
Oh yes, get ready for more games from films and TV shows that we just wish we could play. From Dash Dingo to Cones of Dunshire, so far there has been a wide range of these marvellous, yet sadly, fictitious games. Well, buckle up, we’re in for five more! ENCOM Mainframe from Disney’s Tron Starting with the Disney cult classic from 1982, we have the ENCOM Mainframe from the Tron universe. Set inside a computer mainframe and one of the first major motion pictures to…
8Pack Supernova MK2: The Ultimate Powerhouse Gets Upgraded
The 8Pack Supernova first hit the Overclockers UK shelves in 2018. It has remained the absolute pinnacle of our elite-tier PCs, packing high-performance hardware into a stylish chassis. But even the greats need an upgrade from time to time. With a little tweak here and there, 8Pack has levelled up this powerhouse PC and given it a 25-30% uplift in performance. Meet the Supernova MK2. https://youtu.be/mIjUNdWrkR4 What’s New There are four main upgrades on the 8Pack Supernova MK2. These are: A fifth-generation AMD Ryzen Threadripper…
Great Brawlers to Play With (or Against) Your Friends This Weekend
Aah, the weekend! Time to get together with your friends and spend some quality time together! By that we mean firing up a good brawler game for you to all throw virtual fists at one another and scream loudly. All part of a healthy friendship. To help you find the best brawlers for the job, we’ve asked around here at Overclockers UK for some recommendations. Read on to discover some great games for you and your friends to play this weekend, as well as…
DIY vs Pre-Built Gaming PC: Which One Is for You?
To go for a DIY or pre-built gaming PC? That truly is the question. If you can’t decide whether you want to create your own or chose a PC that is already built, we’ve created this handy blog post just for you! We identify everything there is to know about DIY and pre-built gaming PCs, including the pros and cons, along with our top pre-built system recommendations. DIY Gaming PC: A ‘DIY’ gaming PC allows you to select every component and built the system yourself! …
Everything We Learned From The Call of Duty Next Showcase
Last week, Activision and Infinity Ward held the Call of Duty Next Showcase. Filled with big reveals and riveting deep dives, the team pulled back the curtain on what fans can expect from Modern Warfare II and Warzone in a big way. You can check out the full Call of Duty Next Showcase event for yourself below. However, if you don’t have five spare hours to watch it, we’ve got some highlights for you to read up on. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpAWUFjDy9E&ab_channel=CallofDuty The Battle Royale Gets Bigger with…
How to Fix a Black Screen on Your Windows Gaming PC
Don’t panic – your monitor fading to a black screen is not a sign of ghouls, ghosts, or gremlins. Though for some we understand if they’d rather exorcise a demon from their gaming PC than face this Big Bad. If you should find yourself faced with this foul specter, read along as we walk you through how to vanquish it from your system forevermore. What is the Black Screen? If your monitor has gone completely black without any error codes showing, you have got yourself…
The History of Harvest Moon, and How it Became Story of Seasons
Since the first game was released in Japan in 1996, Harvest Moon has gone on to become a poster child of farming sim games. The popularity of titles like Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing is owed to this franchise first popularising gameplay that focuses on tending crops and livestock, interacting with townsfolk, and turning your rundown field into a flourishing paradise. Today, the games go by a different name. Like the dilapidated old farm you start with, Harvest Moon has grown, now into Story of…
Infin8 Hunter MK2: The Classic is Back Upgraded and Better Than Ever
The classic Infin8 extreme gaming PC is back, upgraded and better than ever. The Infin8 Hunter MK2 has levelled up, featuring the latest hardware innovations and a bolder aesthetic. For fans of the build, it still uses the same core tenants as its first-generation counterpart: Titan-class graphics, overclocked CPU, and dual-pump custom water-cooling. All the trappings for an excellent PC gaming party member. The Hunter’s Arsenal Simply put, the Infin8 Hunter MK2 is an utter powerhouse. From motherboard to storage, every piece of hardware has…
Bash Your Friends in the Multiplayer Mayhem of Lego Brawls
Are you ready for all your favorite LEGO worlds to collide together and duke it out? In LEGO Brawls, you’ll be able to build the ultimate Minifigure fighter to smash, bash, and thrash your way through levels inspired by legendary LEGO themes. With multiple ways to play and have fun, let’s look at everything we can expect from this chaotic brawler. LEGO Brawls Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7xku53201w&ab_channel=BANDAINAMCOEurope Build the Ultimate Brawler from your Favourite Theme First released in 2019 for Apple Arcade, LEGO Brawls is now available…
SSUPD Meshroom S – A Breathable Mini-ITX Dream PC
There’s something you don’t have to accept when building a small-form-factor PC; excessively high temperatures. As long as your internal components have access to plenty of airflow, they won’t suffer from overheating and throttled performance. The SSUPD Meshroom S Mini-ITX case provides unparalleled access to cool air, thanks to the all-around mesh panels. Furthermore, this case has plenty of space for all your dream hardware. Enjoy unrestricted space for full-size GPUs, plenty of storage drives, and even custom water cooling. Room for Everything The Meshroom…
Survive Your Visit to Gloomwood With These Gaming PCs
Do you feel a cold shiver running down your spine? Can you hear a faint noise that you can’t just explain away? That’s not just your mind playing tricks on you. That’s Gloomwood, a new stealth horror FPS, crawling closer to release. We’ve got all the details you need to know on this game, inspired by the Thief series, to help get you excited. Not only that, we’ve picked out five gaming PCs perfect for you to play this twisted title. Enter a Twisted Victorian…
Acidic Looks, Outstanding Gaming: Infin8 Venomous Water-Cooled PC
Joining the Infin8 line-up and carving a name for itself, we have the Infin8 Venomous. This gaming PC is packed with premium hardware, a mind-blowing aesthetic, and hyper-efficient thermal solution. Its stunning green and black style is going to cut a fine figure on your desk as you game, create, stream, and more. Get ready to have your socks knocked off. Stunning Aesthetics Pairing black hardware with green lighting is a classic, yet striking look. It goes very nicely with the Nitro Concepts S300 Atomic…