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God of War: The Official System Specifications and the Best Gaming PCs to Play
It's time to call for the Boy and play as the protagonist with the best beard in gaming, in Sony’s God of War. Released for PC on January 14th, 2022, you can now live out your dreams of hacking and slashing your way through Norse mythology. What's the Story in God of War? Set in a world inspired by Norse Mythology, players take on the role of the eponymous Spartan, Kratos. After killing off the entire Greek pantheon, he moved to Midgard (or at least Scandanavia). There he married…
Battlefield 2042 Official System Specifications and the Best Gaming PCs to Play!
Get ready for the next generation of first-person shooter – Battlefield 2042. Launched on the 19th of November 2021, the world of 2042 awaits you and your squad. The Gameplay In a dystopian future, conflict and extreme weather have tipped the scale of power. Chaos is brewing. The USA and Russia are now at the brink of war. Both sides have enlisted No-Pat Task Forces to engage in a proxy war for them over resources. The No-Pats have no choice but to choose their side. That is where you come in. What game…
Get ABS with the New 8Pack Infin8 Gaming PC
Our favourite overclocker is back with a brand-new gaming PC. Part of the Infin8 range, meet the ABS Gaming PC. This All Black System is primed for powerful performance with a stunning yet understated aesthetic. 8Pack has channelled his dislike of RGB lighting into a sleek and all-around gaming powerhouse. Outstandingly spicy, on all accounts. Infin8 ABS Oh, if only. Instead of having abs for days, we can marvel at the masterpiece 8Pack has designed, built, and overclocked. Not only is this gaming PC an absolute beauty to look at, but it is chock-full of high-end hardware that has been carefully…
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…
Summer of Gaming: Hot New Titles Coming This July
The summer holidays are fast approaching. For many of us, that means six glorious weeks of gaming are ahead. Whilst social restrictions are easing, it looks like we might be getting a traditional British summer of rain, rain, and more rain. The perfect excuse to stay inside with a cuppa and play the hottest new games. Here at Overclockers UK, we have taken a look at all the great games being released this July, ranked them, and paired them with a pre-built gaming PC from…
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…
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.…
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…
Mass Effect Legendary Edition: The Best PCs to play
Mass Effect Legendary Edition was one of 2021’s most anticipated releases. All the games in the original Mass Effect trilogy have been beautifully remastered and updated to the current graphical standards. To make the most of the stunning 4K gameplay, you’ll want to ensure your gaming computer is up to the job. In this guide, we have the official specifications, a detailed breakdown, and some of the best PCs and laptops that meet the system requirements. What is Mass Effect Legendary Edition About? The Mass…
The 8Pack Frame R8 uncapped
8Pack returns! And this time with something truly unique. Introducing the Frame R8 - an innovative entirely wall mounted PC. In frame Pretty as a picture The Frame R8's unique aesthetic is the result of a collaboration with startup Creative Solutions For Gamers (CSFG). Just over a year ago, the Swedish founders of CSFG had the idea to make a professionally manufactured wall mount capable of holding an entire PC. After extensive planning and testing, they were able to develop a prototype that could be manufactured at scale from their factory in Poland.…
Diablo II Resurrected: Requirements & Best PCs to Play
Diablo II is back 20 years later and Resurrected is a completely remastered version of the original. Gamers can return to the Hellish world of Sanctuary and enjoy the same exciting gameplay and story with all-new visuals, cinematics and features. What is Diablo II Resurrected About? The storyline and gameplay in Diablo II Resurrected will be identical to the original game. Blizzard said they were tempted to add more material and make major changes but, instead, it will have the same seven characters and campaigns,…