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.
Anatomy of an ATX Gaming PC – Here’s What You Need!
Ever wondered what you need to create the gaming PC of your dreams? Look no further! Our team of PC experts at Overclockers UK has compiled this helpful guide on what goes into different gaming systems. In this blog post, we will focus specifically on ATX Gaming PCs, showing you what components make up an ATX PC, the benefits and drawbacks, along with our top hardware recommendations. What is an ATX Gaming PC? Defined by the size of the hardware, an ATX gaming PC typically…
What are the Best PCs for Streaming?
With the popularity of streaming and content creation on the rise, many more of us are considering a career in streaming. As a result, you may be left thinking what are the best PCs for streaming? Thankfully, Overclockers UK is here to tell you everything you need to create a powerful streaming set-up that will impress both you and your audience. We’ve included some of our top product recommendations, pre-built systems, and some stylish peripherals to complete the look. What You Need: For professional streaming,…
The Official System Requirements for Dying Light 2: Stay Human on PC
After a seven-year hiatus, the parkour edition of the zombie apocalypse is back and bigger than ever. Dying Light 2: Stay Human sees the pandemic spread from the city of Harran to the whole world. 22 years on from the first game, only two percent of humanity has avoided infection. As a new protagonist, with their own goal and motivation in this changed world, do you and your gaming PC have what it takes to survive and... stay human? Dying Light 2 Cinematic Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=68bZ1LKKh7Q&ab_channel=DyingLight…
Overclockers UK’s Top 5 Games to Play This Weekend!
Weekends are best spent playing some of the latest new releases or your hard-core favourites. We’ve asked around the Overclockers UK office about what games staff were planning on playing this weekend and compiled them into this handy blog post. You’ll be spoilt for choice with our list of our top 5 games to play this weekend. We have even included some incredible gaming PCs that are perfect for playing these awesome games. Far Cry 6: The Vanishing DLC If you are like me…
The Quarry: Official PC System Specifications
Hitting our game libraries today is the brand-new survival horror game, The Quarry. To provide you with all the survival tools and expert knowledge you need, here at Overclockers UK we’ve compiled this handy survival guide with everything there is to know about The Quarry. Along with the official PC system specifications and some of our top pre-built gaming PCs. You are guaranteed to have all the tools you need to last the night. Classic Survival Horror: Players are transported to Hackett’s Quarry where a…
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3D CPU: Next Generation 3D V-Cache Gaming Technology
After the release of AMD’s flagship CPU, the Ryzen 7 5800X 3D, Overclockers UK is here to tell you everything there is to know about this brand-new processor and AMD’s innovative 3D V-Cache technology. A Gaming Flagship CPU: The all-new AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3D CPU is the latest innovation in gaming and PC hardware. Considered the latest gaming flagship, the 5800X 3D expands on the 5800X by introducing 3D V-Cache technology, along with Zen 3 architecture. Key Features of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D: …
Overclockers UK Ultimate Gift Guide for Father’s Day 2022
Father’s Day is fast approaching. If you’re a last-minute shopper like me, then you might be starting to feel the panic, just a smidge. Well, don’t worry. We’ve put together a great list of gift ideas to give to the gamer Dad in your life. Presenting the Overclockers UK Ultimate Gift Guide for Father’s Day 2022. Perfect Peripherals First up, we have a selection of peripherals that no gamer dad can do without this Father's Day. Affordable, essential, and a great way to upgrade their…
Everything You Need to Know About The Elder Scrolls Online: High Isle
A new chapter is beginning in The Elders Scrolls Online, and a new part of Tamriel has opened up. High Isle is the next DLC being released for ESO and the first in the game’s sixth chapter – Legacy of the Bretons. This thrilling new arc presents a sinister and political story for players to experience and also unlocks the Systres Archipelago for the first time. This never-before-seen part of Tamriel promises a whole different kind of adventure. Journey to High Isle The big selling…
The House of the Dead: Remake: Official PC Specifications
A beloved remake of an arcade rail-shooter was released on April 28th this year: House of the Dead. To showcase just what you are missing out on by not playing, we’ve compiled this handy blog guide detailing everything you need to know. We’ve even included the official PC system specifications and some of Overclockers UK’s top gaming PCs that are perfect to play House of the Dead: Remake. Classic Arcade Action: First released in 1997, House of the Dead players choose to be either Thomas…
Cherry MX Switches Explained: Everything You Need to Know!
When choosing what mechanical gaming keyboard to purchase, you’ve probably noticed the name ‘Cherry MX’ being thrown around a lot. Cherry MX Switches are one of the world’s leading brands of key switches for mechanical keyboards and offer a plethora of intelligent features and customisation options for you to unleash your creativity. By choosing the right Cherry MX switch, you can tailor your keyboard to suit your exact needs and enhance your performance one step further. To tell you absolutely everything there is to know…
Top 5 Jaw-Dropping New Games Releasing in June!
It’s time for another round up of Overclockers UK top picks for the best new games releasing in June! We’ve asked around the OcUK office and selected the games we are most excited about, all of which have been paired with some of our incredible pre-built gaming PCs. Elder Scrolls Online: High Isle (June 6th): Get ready to explore High Isle, an all-new part of the world of Tamriel. In this brand-new DLC for Elder Scrolls Online, High Isle players will uncover a tale of…
aRGB vs RGB: RGB Lighting Explained
The ultimate gaming battle station is incomplete without some stunning RGB lighting splashing some colour into your setup. To unlock the secrets of RGB, different types of lighting, software, and some top product recommendations, our team of experts at Overclockers UK has compiled this handy guide. Different Types of RGB Lighting There are three different types of RGB lighting that you can find: RGB aRGB dRGB RGB RGB stands for red, green, and blue, and any product that features RGB lighting combines these three…