Buyers Guide
Overwhelmed by the huge selection of PC hardware available? Our expert buyers guide cover key topics including hardware, peripherals, software, & PC builds, helping you make informed decisions for your next computer upgrade.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Everything You Need to Know
Hot off the gaming press is news about the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Shadows. This latest instalment in the iconic game franchise will transport players to Japan as they explore this epic historical action-adventure and fight to user in a new Creed. We’re hyped for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and that’s why we’ve put together this blog post showing everything we know so far. From gameplay, and release date, to our top PCs to play, you’re certainly going to want to have this blog bookmarked for your…
Intel Core Ultra Laptops: Harness AI Like Never Before
Intel Core Ultra laptops harness cutting-edge artificial intelligence and 3D hybrid architecture to power your games and creative workflows. We’re showcasing why these portable set-ups are perfect for gamers and streamers, alike. What are Intel Core Ultra Processors? First seen with their 12th gen CPUs, Core Ultra processors feature the blend of P- and E-cores to fine-tune your performance depending on the task. Whilst the P-cores are optimised to deliver you the best performance, the E-cores are designed with efficiency in mind to streamline any…
The Best Gaming Chairs of 2024 – So Far!
Gaming chairs are our thrones. The pinnacle of comfort, they let us game for hours on end without so much as an ache. Therefore, we decided to show some love to the best gaming chairs of 2024. So far. There are some strong contenders in our collection of gaming chairs, with certain models that we could rightly list year after year. Today, we’re looking at a few more recent additions. Some even come with matching accessories! So, grab a cuppa and a biscuit, and get…
Guest Review: Golden Lap
Golden Lap is the upcoming release from the little Canadian indie game company Funselektor, creators of Art of Rally and Absolute Drift. Continuing with the theme of their past two games, Golden Lap is a racing management game set during the Golden Era of motorsport. You will build your team and try to take the title in a fast paced and quick-thinking environment. Guest Reviewer: Liam Bould OcUK Computer Technician and Support Assistant Liam Bould reviewed Golden Lap on his Ryzen-based gaming PC. ComponentSpecificationCPUAMD Ryzen…
Big Name DLCs That Drop This June
We’ve got plenty of incredible big name DLC packs hitting our monitors this month. We’re here with our round up of the DLC you can expect to see in June, showcasing the brand-new gameplay and of course, our top PC picks in case you need a shiny new system in your life. The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road – June 3rd Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road sees players return to Tamriel after the sudden arrival of Daedric Prince, Ithelia. Ithelia has long been forgotten, even…
24 Awesome PC Gaming Accessories You Will Want For 2024
2024 is going strong and we’re here with 24 must-have PC gaming accessories. From ergonomic gaming chairs to stunning special edition peripherals, you’re going to have a tough time picking out which of these products you want. Because you’re going to want them all. Don’t say I didn’t warn you! Read More Feeling Nostalgic? Catch up on our must-have accessories for 2022 and 2023! Please note, select products may be out of production. Read More CORE Essentials to Take it EAZE-Y ThunderX3 dropped two game-changing…
The Best Gaming PCs with an RTX 4060
When it comes to mainstream gaming, the RTX 4060 really delivers. So, naturally, we figured we’d show off a few of an RTX 4060 gaming PC or two! Boasting Ada Lovelace architecture, 3072 CUDA cores, 8GB GDDR6 VRAM, and a 115W TDP, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 is great for immersive gameplay whilst featuring an accessible price to performance point. An unsung king, really. Paired with the right hardware, you can enjoy some great 1080p gaming on a range of titles, from popular esports games…
What You Need to Play Fallout GOTY Edition
Embark on a deadly mission across the Capital Wasteland in Fallout 3, as you hunt for your missing Father and protect Project Purity. If exploring a post-apocalyptic world and establishing a non-irradiated water supply is your kind of game, we have all the details you need to know. As a bonus, there are a few tasty PC and laptop recs at the end! Fallout 3 Gameplay Set in the Capital Wasteland, play as a teenager only known as the Lone Wanderer. Having grown up in…
Is It Good for Gaming? NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series
Are you looking to upgrade your GPU but don’t know which card or series is right for you? Our two-part ‘Is It Good for Gaming’ series is here to take you through the AMD Radeon RX 7000 and NVIDIA RTX 40 Series. We’ll be showcasing everything you need to know about these graphics cards, highlighting key features and explaining why you want them for gaming. This blog post is all about the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series. The NVIDIA RTX 40 Series Utilising powerful Ada Lovelace…
Father’s Day: The OcUK Gift Guide for Gamer Dads
With Father’s Day fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking of how you’re going to show your Father figure some love! Thankfully, Overclockers UK is here with our complete gift guide to ensure you wow the deserving gamer dad in your life. Must-Have Gaming Accessories OcUK Official Extreme XL Gaming Mug Level up your dad’s hot drinks with the OcUK Official Extreme XL Gaming Mug. Capable of supporting up to 450ml, this mug is perfect for holding large volumes of precious tea and coffee, for extended…
Level Up Your Gameplay: How Intel ARC Graphics Cards Can Boost Your Gameplay
Intel ARC graphics cards boast plenty of premium features designed to boost your gaming and streaming performance. If you’re in the market for a cheeky GPU upgrade, then we’re here with all the key details you need to know about Intel ARC graphics cards, including Ray Tracing, XeSS, and even a dedicated AV1 encoder! Intel ARC Graphics Cards Intel ARC graphics cards utilise powerful Xe cores to deliver exceptional performance and realistic graphics. Equipped with multiple Ray Tracing units, your favourite games will be rendered…
Indie Showcase June: Duck Detective: The Secret Salami
We are back with our monthly Indie Showcase, where we pick one of the many recently produced gems by independent game developers and make sure it gets some well-deserved time in the sun. For June, we are taking a closer look at the charming… Duck Detective: The Secret Salami! What is Duck Detective: The Secret Salami? Duck Detective: The Secret Salami is a cosy mystery game developed by Happy Broccoli Games. You play as the titular Duck Detective, on his greatest case yet. Solving it…