Overclockers UK Summer Sale Focus: GPUs! 

Overclockers UK Summer Sale Focus: GPUs! 

The Overclockers UK Summer Sale is getting spicy now! While there are plenty of deals about, we’re taking a closer look at GPUs.  GPUs The graphics card is the king of gaming components. This hardware is fine-tuned to deliver the best in graphics rendering, so you can enjoy crisp visuals, realistic lighting, high resolutions, and so much more. Whether Team Red, Blue, or Green, you can be sure that a high-performance GPU will elevate your gaming to whole new levels of immersion.  Games with stunning…

Top Five Games Releasing This August

Top Five Games Releasing This August

August is here and summer is officially in full swing (let’s hope the sun is shining). If you’re looking for a great excuse to avoid those awkward family barbecues, we’re here with our round-up of the incredible new releases coming this August.   We’ve got five new games we’re hyped for and our top PC and laptop recs for playing them.  Did You Miss Last Month?  If you missed our July round-up of games, we’ve got it highlighted below.  Learn More Kitsune Tails – August 1st  …

Indie Showcase August: The Sacred Acorn 

Indie Showcase August: The Sacred Acorn 

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 August, we are taking a closer look at the cosy, souls-like game… The Sacred Acorn!  What is The Sacred Acorn? The Sacred Acorn is a lovingly hand-drawn game, developed and published by A Few Dragons. In this 2D action-adventure, you play as a small squirrel embarking on an epic quest of…

Top 5 Picturesque Games for This Year’s Playcation 

Top 5 Picturesque Games for This Year’s Playcation 

The sun is shining, we can hear the sound of an ice cream van driving past, and you’re debating whether or not it's time to dig out your only pair of shorts. That can mean only one thing, it’s time for another playcation!  To inspire you and help you decide on this year's destination, take a look at our top five most picturesque games.   Microsoft Flight Simulator:   Get your flight suit and aviators at the ready! We all know you’ve been looking for an excuse…

It’s Time for a Summer Playcation!

It’s Time for a Summer Playcation!

Here at Overclockers UK, we’re big supporters of taking a playcation. There are no long car rides or plane journeys, uncomfortable weather, and most importantly no family gathering to attend! Instead, you can spend your holiday venturing through a vibrant gaming world, saving humanity from a deadly threat, living your dream farm life, or exploring the deep sea.   To further inspire you into taking a playcation this year, we’ve put together this list of our top games that are jam-packed with colourful summer vibes.   Coral…

Explore the Best Gaming PCs and Laptops for Your Playcation

Explore the Best Gaming PCs and Laptops for Your Playcation

The worst has happened. You’ve booked yourself a playcation, but your gaming PC or laptop has given up the ghost. It’s beyond economical repair. It’s gone. RIP. Or maybe, you’re just in the market for something new. Whatever motivation you have for snagging yourself a new battle station, we have put together the perfect list just for you. A ranked list, no less. Depending on your needs and budget, you can choose from our spicy range of Casual, Enthusiast, Pro-Gamer, or Elite Tiers. For both…

Playcation Check List – Upgrade for the Best Gaming Holiday

Playcation Check List – Upgrade for the Best Gaming Holiday

According to the Overclockers UK Dictionary of Everything, a playcation is the act of taking time off work to explicitly play video games.  As it’s officially the summer holidays, we figured it was high time we got our gaming set-ups playcation ready. Simply follow our checklist, and you’ll be set to have the best gaming holiday.  The Perfect Playcation  There are three very important things to remember when it comes to the perfect playcation.  Keeping cool,  Being properly equipped,  And that holiday atmosphere.  Your playcation…

Windows 10’s Lifespan: What You Need to Know

Windows 10’s Lifespan: What You Need to Know

The end is nigh for Windows 10 with Microsoft planning to end support for the OS in the next few years.   If you’re worried about what this means for your PC or laptop, fear not! We’ve got all the details you need to know, including when the dreaded day is. Keep on reading for more.   Why is Microsoft Stopping Support for Windows 10?  Microsoft has confirmed that they will be stopping support for Windows 10, pushing more people into making the jump to Windows 11.…

One-Click GPU Overclocking – What You Need to Know!

One-Click GPU Overclocking – What You Need to Know!

Overclocking has just got a whole lot easier! NVIDIA recently announced their innovative one-click GPU overclocking, designed to help you get the most out of your gaming hardware.   If we’ve got your attention, keep on reading for everything you need to know about one-click GPU overclocking.   What is One-Click GPU Overclocking?   Unveiled at Computex 2024, NVIDIA announced their brand-new one-click GPU overclocking feature – Automatic Tuning. Available under the ‘Performance’ tab in the NVIDIA app, you can now unlock automatic GPU overclocking.   By intelligently scanning…

Fallout: London: Here’s What You Need to Know

Fallout: London: Here’s What You Need to Know

Fallout: London is an insanely impressive mod for Fallout 4, bringing the beloved franchise over to good ol’ Blighty.  It is no secret that we love the Fallout Series, from officially licensed Special Edition gaming chairs to pointing out the one with Matthew Perry. It is safe to say we are heckin’ excited to see one of our favourite games set in the familiar locales of London. Not just that, this is an amazing feat the Folon Team has achieved – trail-blazing some might say.…

Overclockers UK Summer Sale Focus: Gaming Chairs aka Your Throne! 

Overclockers UK Summer Sale Focus: Gaming Chairs aka Your Throne! 

The Overclockers UK Summer Sale is still going strong. While there are plenty of spicy deals about, we’re taking a closer look at gaming chairs.  Gaming Chairs Gaming chairs elevate your set-up, with both their advanced ergonomics and stylish aesthetics. You can game on in comfort, with premium build materials and adjustable features supporting you throughout your gaming campaigns.   With many sporting luxurious race car seat designs, you’ll feel right at home behind the wheel of a supercar as you race round Mexico in Forza…

Top Five AMD CPUs for Gaming – Available Right Now!

Top Five AMD CPUs for Gaming – Available Right Now!

When it comes to gaming, we all want the best hardware for our needs. Whether you’re chilling in the casual genres or dominating the latest esports titles, it’s important to have the right CPU for the job. In this article, we’ll be going over the top five AMD CPUs for gaming.  For those who are Team Red, we have a cheeky round-up of five AMD Ryzen processors and the sort of games they are great for playing, when paired with the right GPU.   Are AMD…