Gaming PCs
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DIY vs Pre-Built Gaming PC: Which One Is for You?
To go for a DIY or pre-built gaming PC? That truly is the question. If you can’t decide whether you want to create your own or chose a PC that is already built, we’ve created this handy blog post just for you! We identify everything there is to know about DIY and pre-built gaming PCs, including the pros and cons, along with our top pre-built system recommendations. DIY Gaming PC: A ‘DIY’ gaming PC allows you to select every component and built the system yourself! …
Escape from School and Play These Incredible Games This Weekend!
Helping you escape from the classroom is our top five games to play this weekend! We asked around the Overclockers UK office and put together this list of everyone’s favourite school themed games so you can enjoy school in your own way. LEGO Harry Potter Series Play as everyone’s favourite school boy and wizard, Harry Potter. Whilst we all eagerly await the release of the anticipated, Hogwarts Legacy, return to the wizarding world in the incredible LEGO Harry Potter series. Split into two parts, the…
Bash Your Friends in the Multiplayer Mayhem of Lego Brawls
Are you ready for all your favorite LEGO worlds to collide together and duke it out? In LEGO Brawls, you’ll be able to build the ultimate Minifigure fighter to smash, bash, and thrash your way through levels inspired by legendary LEGO themes. With multiple ways to play and have fun, let’s look at everything we can expect from this chaotic brawler. LEGO Brawls Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7xku53201w&ab_channel=BANDAINAMCOEurope Build the Ultimate Brawler from your Favourite Theme First released in 2019 for Apple Arcade, LEGO Brawls is now available…
Great Games for a Weekend Playcation with Your Friends
Playcations are better with friends. You get to spend time with your besties and not have to worry about organising accommodation and travel?! Sign us up! We’ve asked around the Overclockers UK office to get some destination recommendations. Make sure your gaming PC is ready for playcation, you’ve packed everything you need for your best gaming holiday, and check out these great games to play with your friends this weekend! Saints Row Get your crew together to rule Santo Illeso. Saint’s Row has returned better than…
Infin8 vs 8Pack Gaming PCs – Everything You Need to Know!
Both Infin8 and 8Pack gaming PCs are expertly engineered to deliver you exceptional performance. Each PC is built with the latest gaming hardware, cutting-edge water cooling, and pre-configured overclocks. All of which combined result in out-of-this-world performance in gaming, content creation, image rendering, and so much more! If you’re ready to harness the power of an Infin8 or 8Pack gaming PC, we’ve put together this guide showing you all of the differences between these systems. Plus, to help you make your decision, we’ve also selected…
Eight PC Mods For Our Favourite Games We Absolutely Love
A wise man once said that no piece of art is ever truly finished until it is put out into the world and even then, it continues to grow as it is now the property of the populace it was created for. If anything exemplifies this better than PC mods, we are yet to see it. No matter how definitive the edition of the game, there’s a talented community just waiting to do everything from touching up textures to enabling Big Head Mode. We’ve had…
The Importance of Keeping Your Gaming PC Clean
Keeping your gaming PC clean and tidy might not seem like such a big deal. But a dusty and dirty PC can result in poor performance. To help your keep your PC pristine and always looking its best, we’ve compiled this handy guide with our top tips and product recommendations. Why Should I Keep My PC Clean? Keeping your gaming PC clean helps protect all your important components from dust and debris. Unwanted dust on your CPU or GPU can result in high system temperatures…
How to Check Your PC’s Current Specification:
It’s not always clear how to go about finding out what components are inside your PC. Whether you want to stay up-to-date with the latest generation of tech or need to know what your current PC specification is in case of a repair or fault. Thankfully, you can stop panicking. Relax and take a look at our handy guide on how to check your PC’s current specifications. This includes any pre-built systems or if you designed your own. Pre-Built Systems – PCs and Laptops: For…
Anatomy of a Mini-ITX Gaming PC – Here’s What You Need!
Ever wondered what you need to create the gaming PC of your dreams? Then look no further! We’ve created this series focusing on what goes into different gaming systems. Designed to showcase what components meet the different form factors, along with the benefits and drawbacks of each. In this blog post, we’ll be focusing specifically on Mini-ITX gaming PCs. What is a Mini-ITX Gaming PC? A Mini-ITX gaming PC will typically utilise small form factor hardware, including Mini-ITX motherboards and SFX PSUs. The case itself will…
Digimon Survive Goes Somewhere Familiar to Create Something New
Picture the scene. It’s a warm spring and a group of school friends are spending it at camp. But during their holiday, they fall into another world featuring uncanny elements of our own and filled with monsters. Yes, that’s the premise of the Digimon anime you remember from the turn of the century. It’s also the setup for Digimon Survive, the game that celebrates 25 years of digital adventures! The champions of the Digital World return in this original game that celebrates the long history of…
Experience Legendary AAA Gaming with the 8Pack Comet MK2 Gaming PC!
The legendary Ian ‘8Pack’ Parry is back with another incredible bespoke gaming PC. Introducing the 8Pack Comet MK2. Exceptionally powerful, this gaming PC comes packed with the latest in gaming hardware, custom-water cooling, and the 8Pack touch. All to deliver you outstanding performance whether you are gaming or creating content. Legendary Performance: Every 8Pack gaming PC features cherry-picked components to ensure the delivery of premium quality and exceptional performance. The 8Pack Comet MK2 comes fully equipped with an Intel Core i9-12900KS CPU and an…
How to Troubleshoot PC Issues: Our Top Five Tips
We all know the sinking feeling when your PC unexpectedly crashes or stops turning on. Before the panic sets in, Overclockers UK has compiled our top five basic troubleshooting tips before you spend money replacing hardware or setting up a repair with us. Have You Tried Turning It Off and On Again? Whilst it may seem simple, if your PC unexpectedly crashes, freezes, or you notice a significant drop in performance, a way to troubleshoot this is to simply restart your PC. Restarting your system…