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Avast! Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew Is Here
Ahoy, me hearties. Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew has come to port, and it be bursting with pirate booty! Ok, I’ll talk like a regular human from now on. Maybe. Ok, we know I am going to slip back into the pirate speak occasionally. It can’t be helped. Unhinged rambling aside, Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew is here on our gaming PCs. Mixing nautical pirate fun with real-time strategy gameplay, this game offers a blend of tactical thinking, exciting combat, and sandbox exploration on beautiful,…
God of War Ragnarök on PC? YAS!
Rejoice! For God of War Ragnarök is available to play on PC from September 19th 2024! Previously a PlayStation exclusive, we can finally get God of War Ragnarök onto our high-performance gaming PCs, complete with features to enhance the experience. So, get ready to continue the adventure with Kratos and Atreus, as we check out the gameplay, PC port features, official specifications, and, of course, the best PCs to play. God of War Ragnarök Gameplay Following on from the 2018 God of War hit, Fimbulwinter…
Caravan SandWitch: Delightful Sci-Fi Narrative-Driven Exploration
Caravan SandWitch is a sci-fi exploration adventure, just waiting to be had. With a vibrant art style and stunning soundtrack, Caravan SandWitch provides a beautiful world and narrative to explore and uncover. We were lucky enough to get a review key for this narrative-driven game and experience the Provence-like world for ourselves. Settle in, we have a gameplay breakdown, our thoughts, and, of course, some great PC recs. What Did We Play On? Caravan SandWitch was played on a gaming laptop with an Intel Core…
The Imperium Needs You – Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2
Defend the Imperium with superhuman skill in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. We’re back with more Warhammer 40K fun with this latest Space Marine game. With iconic armour to don and devastating weaponry to wield, we are heckin’ excited to sink our teeth into this campaign. As such, we’ve got a breakdown of gameplay, the official specifications, and some spicy PC recs for you today. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Gameplay You play as a Space Marine, tasked with defending the Imperium from relentless Tyranid…
Indie Showcase September: SteamWorld Heist II
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 September, we are taking a closer look at the steampunk adventure game… SteamWorld Heist II! What is SteamWorld Heist II? SteamWorld Heist II is the latest adventure from Thunderful Development and Publishing. Taking charge as Captain Leeway, you must lead a ragtag group of Steambots through a crisis brewing at sea. …
Dive into Azeroth in World of Warcraft: The War Within
We’ve conquered the skies in Dragonflight, now it’s time to delve into the cavernous depths of Azeroth. We’re here to share our thoughts, after our first foray into the tenth expansion of World of Warcraft, The War Within. The War Within Launch Trailer | World of Warcraft https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BAG-G-qz_Y Simon’s Gaming Specs I set out for my adventure on my custom gaming PC with the following specs: ComponentDetailsCPUAMD Ryzen 5 5600XGPUAMD Radeon RX 6800RAM32GB DDR4 3600MHzStorageNVMe and SATA storage Previous Reviews A Radiant Vision for the…
Conscript: A Survival Horror Experience in the Trenches of WWI
Step into the boots of a French soldier during the Battle of Verdun, where survival horror is redefined by the relentless dread of World War I. With limited supplies, treacherous combat, and the haunting search for your brother, Conscript delivers a nerve-wracking journey through the brutal realities of war. Guest Reviewer: Liam Bould OcUK Computer Technician and Support Assistant Liam Bould reviewed Conscript on his Ryzen-based gaming PC. ComponentSpecificationCPUAMD Ryzen 3950XGPUNVIDIA RTX 3070 (Inno3D)RAM16GB Corsair Vengeance DDR4 3200MHz RAM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEC9DSruEmM Story Conscript hits the ground running…
Core Keeper Is Finally Out of Early Access – Here’s What You Need to Know
After two years in early access, Core Keeper is finally getting its full release on August 27th 2024! We can't wait to experience this cosy pixel game once it officially releases and therefore we've put together this handy blog post detailing everything you need to know. We've covered plenty of exciting gameplay details, multiplayer, what platforms it's available on, and our top PCs to play Core Keeper. Survival Meets Terraria and Stardew Valley In this wonderful pixel art game, players take control of an explorer…
Legendary MOBA is Getting a Sequel: Everything You Need to Know About SMITE 2
The beloved MOBA, SMITE, is getting a sequel and we’re heckin’ excited. SMITE 2 promises to continue the legacy of this fan-favourite MOBA by providing players with plenty of incredible gameplay as you battle it out in an arena. If you can’t wait to play this sequel, we’ve put together this blog post highlighting all the key details you need to know. The Gameplay SMITE 2 sees players go head-to-head in an immersive 5v5 battle arena, in which you can choose from an expansive roster…
Build, Manage, Thrive: Our Top City Builders to Play this Weekend!
Looking for some inspiration for your weekend gaming sessions? Why not let your creativity run wild in our favourite city builders? We asked around the Overclockers UK office and put together this little round-up of some great city builders that we think are perfect to play this weekend. Plus, if you’re in need of a battle station, we’ve got a tasty PC and laptop showcased as well. Don’t say we don’t spoil you! Manor Lords Manor Lords is a stunning medieval city builder in which…
DOOM + DOOM II Update on Steam: New Content, Crossplay, and More!
DOOM is credited with pioneering and popularising the FPS genre in the 90s. Now, DOOM + DOOM II has received a juicy update boasting enhanced visuals and new content. With DOOM: The Dark Ages due in 2025, it is the perfect time for a franchise replay. id Software understood the assignment and has dropped an update for the classic DOOM and DOOM II combined release. This bundle includes original games, enhanced visuals, and new content. Twenty years on, and DOOM is the gift that keeps…
Explore 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea – Great Nautical Games to Play
Get ready for an adventure 20,000 leagues under the sea! Thalassophobia is the fear of the ocean or deep bodies of water. Trigger warning, if that’s you, give this blog post a miss. But if your inner merfolk longs to be beneath the waves, then we’ve got the selection of games for you! Each of these has been picked for their outstanding deep sea gameplay and covers a variety of genres, so there’s something for everyone. Subnautica Subnautica takes you under the sea in an…