The Best Time Loop Games to Play for Groundhog Day 2024

The Best Time Loop Games to Play for Groundhog Day 2024

Okay campers, rise and shine because there are video games to be played. What better way to celebrate Groundhog Day than by sticking yourself in a virtual time loop and going full Phil Connors? Time loop video games have seen a huge surge in popularity over recent years. That means there’s more for you to play than ever before. Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve picked out our favourite time loop games for you to trap yourself in for Groundhog Day.  Deathloop  One of 2021’s most-hyped…

Is 2025 The Year for 4K Gaming?

Is 2025 The Year for 4K Gaming?

4K has become increasingly more popular and accessible in recent years. With the release of the latest gen of both NVIDIA and AMD GPUs, along with more monitors supporting gaming at ultra-high resolutions, there’s never been a better time to upgrade to 4K.   If you’re tempted to upgrade to 4K in 2025, we’ve put together everything you need to know. This includes what 4K is, the benefits to gamers, and all the hardware you need.   What is 4K Gaming?   4K refers to your monitor’s resolution…

How Do I Learn to Code?

How Do I Learn to Code?

HTML, Python, JavaScript – what does this all mean? Knowing how to code can be an incredibly useful skill set. From opening new career avenues to expanding your knowledge base, there are plenty of benefits to coding. But how do you go about learning code?   We’ve put together this handy guide detailing exactly what it is, the benefits, and all the different ways you can kickstart your coding adventures. What are we waiting for? Let’s get learning!  What is Coding?  Coding, or computer programming, is…

Queer Cosy Games To Play This Winter 

Queer Cosy Games To Play This Winter 

There’s still a couple of months of winter ahead of us. In this article, we’re breaking down some cosy and Queer-inclusive games to help keep you warm.   If Found...  A game about going home, coming out, and erasing everything, If Found... is an experience you won’t soon forget.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_Qs6CjGeQc It’s December 31st, 1993, inside the ruins of a crumbling mansion on Achill Island. Our protagonist, Kasio, has just destroyed her diary. It tells the story of her journey home to the west of Ireland, conflict…

How to Calculate Your PC’s Power Requirement

How to Calculate Your PC’s Power Requirement

Knowing your PC’s power requirement is a must-have when it comes to configuring your dream gaming PC. If you don’t know exactly how much power your computer needs, you run the risk of purchasing a PSU that isn’t compatible and doesn’t suit the demands of your hardware.  Thankfully, we’ve put together this helpful guide detailing how to calculate your PC’s power requirement.    Why Do I Need to Calculate My PC’s Power Requirements? Calculating your PC’s power requirements ensures you pick the perfect PSU that is…

CES 2024: A Year of Spicy Tech Ahead 

CES 2024: A Year of Spicy Tech Ahead 

Christmas may come in December for most, but I think we can all agree that a Tech Head’s Christmas is during January. We’re, of course, talking CES 2024.  Taking in place Las Vegas from January 9th to 12th, CES gives us a cheeky glimpse at all the spicy tech we can expect to see in the coming year. We will be updating this article throughout the week, focusing on the gaming tech revealed. So, give this article a bookmark and be sure to check it…

Ultimate Guide to Energy Efficient Gaming

Ultimate Guide to Energy Efficient Gaming

Want to cut down on your power consumption and create an energy efficient gaming set up? Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve searched high and low for all the key information that you need on energy efficient gaming and created our very own ultimate guide.   We’ll be showcasing why you should make your PC more efficient, the pros and cons, along with everything you need to reduce your energy costs whilst still enjoying outstanding gaming performance.   Why Should I Make My PC Energy Efficient?   An energy-efficient…

Level 24: Save Big and Upgrade in the New Year

Level 24: Save Big and Upgrade in the New Year

2024 is here and it’s time to get in your New Year resolutions. Are you planning on giving your gaming PC some much-needed upgrades? If so, you’re certainly in the right place!  Our Level 24 sale is the ultimate place to secure a top-notch upgrade for your gaming set up. From high-end CPUs and GPUs to comfortable gaming chairs, must-have peripherals, and much more. You’ll find everything you need to level up your gaming performance.   Level Up and Save  Want to level up and save?…

Best of 2023: Games, Hardware, and So Much More

Best of 2023: Games, Hardware, and So Much More

2023 is coming to an end (where has the year gone!). It’s been a fantastic year for us here at Overclockers UK. Not only did we move headquarters, but we had a great year full of new hardware, peripherals, gaming chairs, exciting game releases, and so much more!   It’s been tough to pick out our favourites. But after many long hours spent deliberating in the board room, we’ve managed to come up with our Best of 2023. Let's jump straight to it.   Best New Hardware  …

How 8Pack Stole Christmas

How 8Pack Stole Christmas

Everyone down at 'Clockers liked Christmas a lot... But 8Pack, who lived down in the tech labs, did NOT!  8Pack hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season! Now, please don’t ask why. No one quite knows the reason. It could be that CPUs weren’t overclocked right. It could be that when he left work it was night. But I think the most likely reason of all; RGB lighting was now hung from the walls.  For whatever reason, he was off his rocker, Grumbling on Christmas Eve, cursing ‘Clockers, Staring up from his desk with…

Goodwill and Gaming: Cosy Co-Ops to Play with The Family

Goodwill and Gaming: Cosy Co-Ops to Play with The Family

Christmas is the perfect time to bundle up in blankets and enjoy some cosy co-op gaming with both family and friends.   In need of some game inspiration? We’ve selected five of our favourite co-ops that we think are perfect for playing together.   Minecraft   Minecraft is the ultimate cosy co-op sandbox for you to play this festive season. There are no rules or required objectives for you to complete, and you get to pick the game mode you want to play. Want to battle it out…

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Review 

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Review 

ARE YOU READY, KIDS?! Prepare to brawl it out across your favourite Nickelodeon universes, from the Air Temple of Avatar to the sewers of New York.   Get ready to battle it out and flawlessly defeat your opponents in this nostalgia-fuelled clash against up to three players online or locally. Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 is a 2D fighter beat ‘em up that you won’t want to miss.   OcUK Computer Technician and Support Assistant Liam Bould reviewed Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 on his Ryzen-based gaming PC.   CPUAMD…