Coming to VR: Killer Frequency

Coming to VR: Killer Frequency

The launch of Team17 Digital’s Black Comedy Slasher-Adventure, Killer Frequency, is almost upon us!  Set to launch on June 1st, Killer Frequency will see VR, console, and desktop players take on the role of 1980s small-town, washed-up radio DJ Forrest Nash. Presenter of late-night show ‘The Scream’, you’ll need to stay on the air and man the switchboard, all whilst exploring an authentic midwestern 80s radio studio and guiding the fates of your listeners.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ask5AdC9WwQ VR, Desktop, and Consoles  Killer Frequency has been built from…

Do You Need a PC for HTC Vive?

Do You Need a PC for HTC Vive?

The HTC Vive headset allows for greater immersion and a whole new gaming experience.   Whether you’ve just brought one or are incredibly tempted, we’ve put together this blog article answering all your burning questions about the HTC Vive, covering all the key features and whether or not you need a PC.  HTC Vive The HTC Vive is a type of virtual reality headset. VR allows you to fully immerse yourself in your gaming by utilising features such as 3D spatial audio, 360 degree high-res visuals,…

Coming To VR: Breachers

Coming To VR: Breachers

Climb, vault, rappel, swing, shoot, and strategise your way to victory in the awesome VR game, Breachers.   Breachers has tactically entered into our Coming To VR series. Launched on Thursday, 13th April, Breachers is a 5v5 VR FPS where your wits and decision-making skills are put to the ultimate test.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcClud1gcd4 Does the game already being released breach the ‘Coming to VR’ name of this series...? Yes, it does!   Do we care...? No, we don’t! Because Breachers is our new favourite VR title!…

Coming To VR: Across The Valley

Coming To VR: Across The Valley

Across The Valley is set to bring the world of farming to VR next month! Players will need to muck in whilst relaxing in a hand-drawn paradise.   Farming has never been so immersive! Across the Valley, the latest VR farm simulator developed exclusively for VR by FusionPlay, lets you lend a hand - literally!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiIUwSlB4NI From April 6th, you can sow, water, harvest your own plants, and raise adorable baby animals. You can even milk the cows, shear the sheep, and go on a truffle hunt…

Level Up Your Streaming: How to Capture PSVR 2 Footage

Level Up Your Streaming: How to Capture PSVR 2 Footage

Released back in February 2023, PSVR 2 is a brand-new virtual reality headset that is compatible with the PlayStation 5 console. Designed to deliver next-gen performance, mind-blowing visuals, and ultra-realistic gameplay, PSVR 2 promises to take your gaming to new heights. Especially for live streamers.  Therefore, we’ve put together this blog post showing you how you can capture PSVR 2 footage, including all the necessary hardware you need.   What is PSVR2? PSVR2 combines the power of the next-gen PlayStation 5 console with immersive virtual reality.  …

Coming To VR: Ghosts of Tabor

Coming To VR: Ghosts of Tabor

Escape From Tarkov-like VR survival FPS Ghosts of Tabor is set to launch into early access next month! Here is everything you need to know.  Developed by Combat Waffles Studios, Ghosts of Tabor is a first-person military shooter set in a realistic survival, virtual reality environment. More than just your standard VR FPS, Tabor introduces survival-based systems, including health, hunger, and thirst. Meaning you’ll need to eat and use health items to stay alive.   To upgrade your arsenal and stock up on supplies, you’ll…

The Best Time Loop Games to Play for Groundhog Day 2023

The Best Time Loop Games to Play for Groundhog Day 2023

Okay campers, rise and shine because there are video games to be played. What better way to celebrate Groundhog Day than by sticking yourself in a virtual time loop and going full Phil Connors? Time loop video games have seen a huge surge in popularity over recent years. That means there’s more for you to play than ever before. Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve picked out our favourite time loop games for you to trap yourself in for Groundhog Day.  Deathloop  One of 2021’s most-hyped…

2023 Is the Year of VR

2023 Is the Year of VR

Get ready for a year of Virtual Reality like you’ve never seen it before. Haptics, new headsets, gloves? It’s all in this post.  2023 might just be VRs best year yet! Throughout 2022 we saw an explosion in technology developments and games. Plus with CES 2023 jam-packed with plenty of virtual reality companies, there is a lot to be excited about. In this post, we’re taking a look at what we’re excited for this year.  CES 2023: Great Tech to Look Out for This Year …

Our Top Five VR Games to Play This Weekend!

Our Top Five VR Games to Play This Weekend!

This weekend, escape the mundane and the dreaded Christmas shopping, by playing some incredible VR games!   BONELAB: BONELAB is a physics-based sandbox VR game. After being sentenced to death, explore a sprawling underground research facility and solve a series of challenging experiments to uncover the truth. A huge number of ranged, melee, and unique weapons are at your disposal as you venture through a variety of different locations, including arenas, obstacle courses, and much more.   Official PC System Specifications: MinimumRecommendedOSWindows 10Windows 10ProcessorIntel i5 7600 or…

The Best Gaming PC and Hardware for VR! 

The Best Gaming PC and Hardware for VR! 

Whether you’re a big-time fan or just getting into VR, you need powerful tech to enjoy immersive gaming.   But fear not, we’ve put together this selection of our favourite hardware that will ensure you have the very best VR experience. The Essentials:  The PC:   Refract Gaming Azure Pre-Built PC:  The Refract Azure Gaming PC comes fully equipped with all the incredible hardware you need to enjoy VR.   Powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU, take advantage of cutting-edge Zen 4 architecture and 3D V-Cache…

Meta Quest vs HTC Vive

Meta Quest vs HTC Vive

So, you want to get into VR but don't know which headset to choose? Don't worry, we've got you covered! We're breaking down everything you need to know about the Meta Quest 2 and HTC Vive Pro 2.  The Price Okay, let's jump straight into the most important factor for most of us, price. Both the Quest 2 and HTC Vive Pro 2 have very different price points, with the Vive costing £799.99* for the full kit. However, the once price to performance king Meta…

Yes. You Can Play Cyberpunk 2077 in VR!

Yes. You Can Play Cyberpunk 2077 in VR!

Yes, it is true! You can jump into futuristic Night City in fully immersive VR... well, sort of. We’re breaking down everything you need to know to see Cyberpunk 2077 like never before.  First things first, VR Cyberpunk 2077 is by no means an officially intended way to play the game, but if there was ever a scenario and world where VR makes sense, this is it. Thanks to well-known VR modder Luke Ross, we can hack and slash our way through CD Project Red’s…