Buyers Guides
Overwhelmed by choices? Our buyer’s guides cover hardware, peripherals, software, & PC builds, helping you make informed decisions for your next upgrade.
Is the Steam Deck Good Enough for AAA Gaming?
It has been a few weeks now since Valve hand-delivered some of the first Steam Decks to lucky buyers near their offices, but the question remains. Is the Steam Deck good for AAA gaming? The Steam Deck packs a pretty big punch, with all of the models rocking a custom AMD APU optimised for handheld gaming. This chip is based on AMD's Zen 2 and RNDA2 architecture, delivering plenty of performance for PC games on the go. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Dy-KWjp-m0 The Tech Spec In their official tech…
Elex II – The Official PC System Specifications
On March 1st 2022, the long-awaited sequel to Elex, Elex II, hit our gaming monitors. Our team of experts at Overclockers UK has compiled this handy guide to give you a taste of what you can expect in this vintage RPG adventure. Plus, we’ve paired Elex II with some of our incredible PCs that would be perfect for playing! The Exciting Sequel to Elex Developed by Piranha Bytes and THQ Nordic, in Elex II players can reunite to the post-apocalyptic world of Magalan. The sequel…
Monitor Types Explained: Everything You Need to Know!
When it comes to upgrading your monitor, there are a lot of important factors to take into consideration. In order to choose the perfect monitor, you will need to consider LCD vs OLED, the different types of monitor panels, and the advantages or disadvantages of each. With all these different factors and questions to consider, our team of experts here at Overclockers UK have decided to compile this helpful guide. In due course, all your questions about different monitor types will be answered! So, get…
You NEED This for Elden Ring
Elden Ring, shall I compare thee to a summer's day? Thou art more lovely... TLDR, we are absolutely mad about Elden Ring here at Overclockers UK. So, we've curated the perfect setup, one that we both know you need. Our new favourite Soulslike role-playing game Elden Ring has captured the attention of gamers across the internet. It has something for everyone, from the constant world-building and breath-taking visuals to that unforgiving combat we've come to love from games such as Darksouls and Bloodborne. What do I need to Play Elden…
Windows 11 vs Windows 10 -Ten Big Differences You Need to Know Before Upgrading
The Windows 11 rollout began back in October 2021 and has been storming ahead ever since. If you haven’t yet upgraded, now may be the time to consider making the change from its predecessor, Windows 10. We understand that everyone is different in what features of their operating system they find most important. As such, we explore some of the big changes that Microsoft have made to Windows between 10 and 11, that might sway you to make that leap. One important thing to…
Top Five Gaming PCs to Play Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin
Released on March 18th 2022, the latest instalment of the Final Fantasy series, Stranger of Paradise, hit our monitors. Our team of gaming enthusiasts at Overclockers UK are here with our complete rundown of everything there is to know about this action-packed RPG. We’ve also included our top five incredible gaming PCs that are perfect to play Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin. Inspired by the Original Final Fantasy Developed by Square Enix and Team Ninja, Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin draws on inspiration…
GhostWire: Tokyo-The Official PC System Specifications
Are you ready for Bethesda’s all-new supernatural ghost hunt? GhostWire: Tokyo released on the 25th of March 2022. Here at Overclockers UK, our team of gaming enthusiasts have compiled everything we know about the game, including the official PC system specifications. We’ve paired it with some jaw-dropping gaming PCs that would be perfect to play this psychological mystery. Where is Everyone? From the brilliant mind that brought us Resident Evil, GhostWire: Tokyo will have players take control of Akiro. Venture through a city that is…
Wired Vs Wireless Gaming the Ultimate Showdown
Wired or wireless? A tale as old as time. The choice between the two can be difficult to make, so we're breaking down some great products from both sides of the fence. Wired vs wireless gaming goes much further than just headsets and mice. From keyboards and gamepads all the way to virtual reality gaming, there is a wireless solution for everything. Wireless Gaming – All the Fun, No Tangled Cables Wireless gaming offers plenty of benefits over traditional wired peripherals. There's nothing…
Rainbow Six Extraction Update: Everything You Need to Know About Ubisoft’s Co-op Shooter
Are you ready for all-out alien warfare in Rainbow Six Extraction? A spin-off from Rainbow Six Siege and its limited-time event Outbreak, this game steps away from the competitive team versus-team matches of the original for dark PvE battles. Launched January 20th 2022, this game is available to download now if you haven’t already. If teaming up with friends to purge infested areas of extraterrestrial scourge sounds like your cup of tea, then you’re reading in the right place! We here at Overclockers UK have…
Check Out the Official Game Specs for Shadow Warrior 3
Shadow Warrior 3 from Flying Wild Hog released in 2022. The third instalment of the franchise, this game has got it all. Blood, guts, and wall running – set to a jaunty soundtrack. Self-aware and delightfully tongue in cheek, this is a great game to turn off after a hard day’s work and blow off steam. Coming up, we have the game specs and a few PC recs to go with them. What is Shadow Warrior 3 About? The third instalment of the Shadow Warrior…
Mario Day – The Best Switch Accessories to Help Celebrate
Wahoo! It’s March 10th, which means it’s officially Mario Day, the joyous celebration of everybody’s favourite Italian plumber. This is a great time to get out your Nintendo Switch, get some friends over or jump online, and play your preferred mode of Mario. There are lots to choose from, so we’ll take you through everything going on in the Koopa Kingdom so you can live your best Mario Day. What is Mario Day Anyway? Mario Day is an annual celebration of the franchise that takes…
Top 5 Incredible Video Games Based on Books
The 3rd of March marks my favourite day – World Book Day! As a fellow bibliophile, I’ve decided to take a look at some of our favourite video games based on books! Alongside these fan favourites, I’ve paired them with some of the incredible gaming PCs Overclockers UK has on offer. The Witcher Based on the beloved book series by, Andrzeji Sapkowski, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, will have players take control of Geralt of Riva in this open-world RPG. Tasked with finding a child…