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.
Best Gaming Chairs for the Office
Looking for a new office chair? Why not consider a gaming chair? In this article, we’ve got five great gaming chairs that perfectly double up as an office chair. So, if you’re in the market for an upgrade, read on and see if any match your professional vibe. ThunderX3 XTC Gaming Chair The ThunderX3 XTC is an excellent addition to any set-up – whether it’s your office space or gaming battle station. The mesh design is a step away from the traditional race car seat…
The Ultimate Guide to VR Gaming
Over the years, the Overclockers UK Blog has written a heck of a lot about VR gaming, tech, and weird stuff happening in virtual lands. Today, we’ve brought together all of that content into one handy place. Welcome to Overclockers UK’s Ultimate Guide To VR! We’ve come a long way since Nintendo’s Virtual Boy, and there has never been a better time to get into VR gaming. In this article, you’ll find the best of our VR content, including game reviews, hardware breakdowns and everything…
Final Fantasy XIV Online: New Dawntrail DLC
Another tasty DLC recently dropped for the acclaimed Final Fantasy XIV Online series – Dawntrail. With so much incredible gameplay to keep track of, we’ve created this ultimate guide to the wonderful world of Final Fantasy XIV. Keep on reading for all the gameplay details you need to know, from the base game, and Endwalker DLC, to the brand-new Dawntrail expansion. Final Fantasy XIV Online Final Fantasy XIV Online is an epic adventure JRPG, part of the iconic Final Fantasy franchise. Take control of your…
Overclockers UK Summer Sale Focus: Marvellous Monitors!
The Overclockers UK Summer Sale is here! While there are plenty of spicy deals about, we’re taking a closer look at Gaming Monitors. Gaming Monitors A gaming monitor is a vital bit of kit for your gaming. Whether you have just a single screen or a fancy multi-monitor set-up, without one there would be no exploring The Lands Between or post-apocalyptic landscapes. What makes gaming monitors so great is all their gaming-focussed features. From advanced panel technology to high refresh rates, these products are all…
Everything We Know About the New AMD Chipsets
We’re back with even more gaming hardware news! This time we’re taking a closer look at the upcoming AMD chipsets that recently got leaked. What are the New AMD Chipsets? The juicy leak revealed that we can expect to see four new AMD chipsets hitting the virtual shelves soon. This includes: X870E X870 B850 B840 These motherboard chipsets are set to feature the AM5 socket unlocking support for the Ryzen 7000, 8000, and upcoming 9000 Series processors. X870E Set to be the latest flagship…
Indie Showcase July: Crab God
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 July, we are taking a closer look at the hot crustacean game… Crab God! What is Crab God? Crab God is a roguelike strategy game from Chaos Theory Games and Firesquid, with an aquatic twist. You are a Guardian of the Abyss, guiding adorable crablings through the Great Migration to bring…
How Long Should a Gaming PC Last?
Is your PC looking a little worse for wear? Does it need a walking stick to help it along whilst you play your favourite games? If this sounds like your PC set-up, you're probably wondering how much longer my gaming PC will last. As the PC experts, we’re here with all the key information you need about the average lifespan of a gaming PC and all the tricks you can do to squeeze a little extra life out of your hardware. How Should an Average…
Fallout 76: Post-Apocalyptic Americana with Friends!
Fallout 76 is the open-world, multiplayer addition to the Fallout franchise. Launched in 2018, Fallout 76 is currently the latest Fallout game for fans to enjoy. It is an MMO, bringing multiplayer madness to the Fallout franchise for the first time. If you’ve been stuck in a vault all this time, we’ve got what you need to know about this game and some great PCs to play it! Fallout 76 Gameplay Set a mere 25 years after the bombs dropped, you play as a vault…
Unlocking Gaming Excellence: How to Optimise Popular PC Hardware
With more incredible games being released each year, many of us are left looking for new ways to get the most out of our hardware, especially if this means we don’t have to spend money on a costly upgrade. In this blog post, we’re showcasing how you can optimise your PC specification to achieve AAA performance in all the latest popular titles. We’ll be highlighting the most popular tech based on select hardware surveys, along with detailing tricks you can make to this hardware to…
What is a Creator Laptop and Why Do You Need One
Is your workspace struggling to keep up with your deadlines and applications? Feast your eyes on our extensive range of creator laptops, designed to boost your productivity and performance in a range of demanding creative workloads. If you don’t know what a creator laptop is, or why you need one for your next project, you’re reading the right blog! We’ve got all the key details you need to know, along with a few tasty laptop recs at the end. What is a Creator…
Top of the Trends: Still Wakes the Deep Makes Waves
Still Wakes the Deep promises an immersive first-person horror story, that preys on the isolated terror of being trapped on an oil rig in the middle of the ocean. Developed by The Chinese Room and published by Secret Mode, Still Wakes the Deep launched on June 18th 2024. Already, it has garnered positive reviews from players and critics alike and has even spent some time trending. So, what lies in the dark depths of the Beira D oil rig and are we brave enough to…
AMD AI GPU Technology: How it’s Staying Competitive
Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of PC hardware and innovations this year. One of the key players in this has been AMD’s MI300X AI GPU. This HPC graphics card has been fine-tuned to dominate in demanding applications, harnessing powerful integrated AI to deliver next-level performance. But how does the MI300X compare to other AI GPUs? Has AMD done enough to revolutionise and stay ahead of its competitors? We’ll be taking a deep dive into the AMD MI300X AI GPU, showcasing the key features of…