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.
Elden Ring: The Official System Specifications for FromSoftware’s Latest Soulslike
Elden Ring was released on the 25th of February 2022, and is a Soulslike experience from the masters of the genre, FromSoftware. This time around they have teamed up with the master of colourful weddings, George R. R. Martin. What is Elden Ring? Elden Ring is another entry into the Soulslike subgenre of action role-playing games, made famous by the acclaimed Bloodborne and the Souls series. Like its devilish cousins, this game serves a punishing cocktail of a higher-than-average difficulty, mysterious lore, and combat focused on reading enemy patterns. This has become FromSoftware’s key selling point for their games,…
OLED Monitors: Everything You Need to Know About the Next-Generation of Monitors
The next generation of monitors now features an OLED screen rather than the traditional LCD display. As more people are upgrading to OLED monitors; Overclockers UK has decided to create this helpful guide on everything you need to know about OLED screens. Including the risk and prevention of screen burn-in. What are OLED Monitors? OLED screens consist of OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diodes) pixels. These diodes individually illuminate the pixels and act as independent light sources. This results in brighter images with more vivid colours and contrasts. Are OLED Monitors Good for Gaming? As the diodes act as independent light…
Overclockers UK’s Top 5 Gaming PCs to Play Expeditions: Rome
Having launched on January 20th 2022, Expeditions: Rome is a tactical turn-based RPG that’s sure to excite your inner history nerd. Taking on the role of a young Roman Legatus, you’ll grow your force’s strength to subdue a Greek rebellion and navigate the politics of the Senate. r If you’re as excited by this premise as we are at Overclockers UK, then you’ll enjoy the little taster for Expeditions: Rome that we’ve lined up for you. Not only that, but we’ve picked out five of our favourite gaming PCs to help you command your armies. Lead Your Praetorian Guard to Victory Customise your Roman Legatus to your liking, and set out to engage in…
HDMI 2.1 – Everything You Need to Know
We've come a long way from plugging in those three different coloured RCA connectors into the back of a chunky TV. High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is 'the standard' for digital transmission of video and audio content for home media. We've broken down everything you need to know about HDMI 2.1 HDMI 2.1b - The New Kid on The Block Move over 2.1. There’s a new sheriff in town. Whilst the actual HDMI cable hasn't changed in over twenty years, there have been numerous iterations…
God of War: The Official System Specifications and the Best Gaming PCs to Play
It's time to call for the Boy and play as the protagonist with the best beard in gaming, in Sony’s God of War. Released for PC on January 14th, 2022, you can now live out your dreams of hacking and slashing your way through Norse mythology. What's the Story in God of War? Set in a world inspired by Norse Mythology, players take on the role of the eponymous Spartan, Kratos. After killing off the entire Greek pantheon, he moved to Midgard (or at least Scandanavia). There he married…
Everything You Need for the Ultimate Streaming PC for Twitch and Co
The popularity of streaming grows every day. From esports tournaments, battle royales, cooking, or even painting – there is a live stream out there for everyone. Plus, with so many different platforms, including Twitch or YouTube, there exists a huge variety of streams, broadcasting from around the world daily. It is estimated Twitch has nearly 15 million viewers per day! If you are considering setting up your own stream – you need a fast, stable streaming PC and all the required accessories. Thankfully, our team of experts here at Overclockers UK have compiled a guide on everything you need to build the ultimate…
Five Amazing Gaming Laptops to Survive Icarus
Since its release, Icarus has proven to be a popular survival game, with beautiful scenery, amazing graphics, and an innovative take on the genre. The very environment in which you play is working against you, from the toxic air to the dangerous flora and fauna waiting to ambush. All making for a thrilling quest to survive. To enjoy this immersive game fully, we’ve picked out our favourite five gaming laptops to take on the savage and scary planet you now inhabit. Icarus Gameplay Utilising PvE…
Top 5 Incredible Games Releasing This January!
Kickstart your new year by getting your hands on some of the incredible games releasing in January 2022! Our team of enthusiasts at Overclockers UK have compiled some of our favourite games for this month, along with some amazing gaming PCs to match! Monster Hunter Rise The latest in the infamous Monster Hunter series – Monster Hunter Rise – will have players join a league of fearless monster hunters. Inspired by Japanese folklore, the plethora of monsters each have unique behaviours that will challenge you at every turn. Select from 14 different weapon types, each…
Level up with Streamplify – All New Streaming Brand
You’ve watched your favourite streamers on Twitch for a while now, and you want a piece of the action but have no idea where to start. Or you’re waiting for that sign it’s time to have a go at streaming. This is your sign. Available now at Overclockers UK, we have a brand-new streaming brand designed to be easy to use whilst levelling up your broadcast. Introducing: Streamplify. Who Are Streamplify? Streamplify is a brand born from the desire to simplify streaming and make it accessible to all. The internet has become the place…
New Year, New Games, New Hardware = New PC Case
If you’ve got the January blues and are in need of a post-Christmas pick me up – why not think about upgrading your PC chassis? With the world of PC hardware continuing to evolve at lightning speed, the task of finding your perfect PC case can become overwhelming. Our team of experts at Overclockers UK have compiled this easy-to-use guide to help you find your next computer case. We’ve included PC cases designed for different form factors, budgets, water cooling and gaming along with stylish RGB housing for that added flair. Form Factor When selecting a PC case,…
Top Ten Games to Watch in 2022!
With 2022 right around the corner, the team at Overclockers UK, have complied a list of our top ten favourite games to watch in 2022! All of these titles are scheduled to be released throughout 2022 and we couldn’t be more excited! God of War - Jan 2022 The long-awaited God of War is arriving on PC in January 2022! In the realm of Norse Gods and monsters, Kratos is now a mentor and protector of his son, Atreus. Forced to deal with his own inner rage along with the dangerous world around them, players must face an all-new rota of Norse creatures, monsters and…
The Best Games that Flew Under the Radar this Year
We all love getting excited for a game to release. From that first trailer, to being able to wishlist them on Steam, it is a ride, and we live for it. But sometimes, games just slip in under the radar. We’ve spent a lot of time hyping up the top five games we’re looking forward to each month - something we will continue to do, don’t you worry. Today, however, I am going back over the year to admire those sneaky so-and-sos I missed the first time around. January: Cyber Shadow Back in…