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Happy New Year from Overclockers UK!
Well, folks 2024 is here! Another year, another huge selection of brand-new hardware and games will be heading our way. We can’t wait to see what 2024 brings us and that’s why we’re getting together our goals extra early! Stuck on what your 2024 goals should be? We’ll be nice and let you take inspiration from ours. Don’t worry though if you haven’t made any 2024 goals yet, you’ve got the whole year! For now, enjoy that New Year feeling with lots of food, drinks,…
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
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
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
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…
Intel APO: Boost E-Core FPS Performance by 30%
Intel APO promises huge FPS improvements by up to 30%, but what exactly is APO? As the PC experts, we’re taking a deep dive into Intel’s brand-new APO, showcasing what exactly it is, the hardware you need, and how it can enhance your gaming performance. Grab a brew, a few snacks, and let’s jump straight to it. What is Intel APO? Intel APO stands for Application Performance Optimisation. This brand-new integrated feature is now available on their latest Intel 14th Gen processors and has been…
Top 5 Gifts for PC Gamers Under £100
Spoiling the gamer in your life doesn’t have to break the bank. There are plenty of budget-friendly presents, including hardware and must-have peripherals, that will be a worthy addition under the tree this year. We’ve put together this list of our top five gifts that are under £100. Ducky One3 Mist Mini USB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Level up your performance with the Ducky One3 Mist Mini Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. Crafted with innovative Quack Mechanics, this keyboard boasts superior accuracy, fast response times, and enhanced comfort…
Top 5 Gifts for PC Gamers Under £50
Christmas is right around the corner, and for all those last-minute shoppers you are running out of time to nab the perfect gift. Whilst you may want to spoil the gamer in your life, you don’t have to break the bank in doing so. In fact, there are plenty of budget-friendly performance-boosting and aesthetically pleasing gamer gifts out there. We’ve put together this list of our top five that are under £50. Endgame Gear MPC1200 Cordura 3XL Black Gaming Surface Add a touch of class…
How To Increase FPS – Tips and Tricks for 2024
We all want more FPS, right? In this guide, we’re covering all the steps you can take to get more performance out of your gaming PC. We’ve all been there. It’s the heat of the moment, clutch or kick time, and your FPS drops all the way down to two. Game over, man, game over! So, is it time for a new GPU? A whole new PC? Or is there something else you can do to get back to that sweet, sweet 60FPS and beyond? …
Best Gifts for Your Gaming Partner
Christmas is upon us and you’re running out of time to nab the perfect gifts for your gaming partner. Thankfully, we’ve put together this list of the best presents to spoil the special gamer in your life this Christmas. Play Together Are you looking to give your gaming partner some hints about those game date nights? Gift them with a game controller to give them the biggest clue about your co-op gaming plans. The Microsoft Wireless Controller features an all-new design with responsive thumbsticks and…
Unleashing the Power of Cloud Gaming: The Future of Interactive Entertainment?
With cloud gaming becoming increasingly popular and more companies developing their own services, we’re taking a deep dive into everything you need to know about cloud gaming. This innovative form of online entertainment promises high-octane immersive performance in a range of AAA titles. All via the internet. Keep reading for a closer look at what exactly cloud gaming is, how it works, and the most popular cloud-based gaming services. What is Cloud Gaming? Cloud gaming is a form of online gaming in which you play…
DIY Christmas PC Decorations: Adding a Gaming Flair to Your Set Up
The festive season is upon us, meaning it’s time to get out your Christmas decorations. You aren’t limited to just your tree, in fact, why not think about decorating your gaming PC this year? Yes, you heard us right. It's time to add some festive flair to your gaming set-up with our DIY PC Christmas decorations! RGB Lighting From LED strips and fans to peripherals with integrated backlighting, RGB allows you to deck your gaming PC will all the festive colours. Typically, most hardware with…