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How to Roll Back Graphics Drivers
Roll back the credits, we’re here with everything you need to know about rolling back your GPU drivers. This simple hardware tweak can fix any unexpected update issues and help to get you back to the more important things – like securing that victory on the virtual battlefield. We won’t keep you waiting any longer, here’s how you roll back your graphics drivers. Why Do You Need to Roll Back Graphics Drivers? Whilst updating your GPU drivers can bring plenty of performance enhancements, it…
Top of the Trends: Still Wakes the Deep Makes Waves
Still Wakes the Deep promises an immersive first-person horror story, that preys on the isolated terror of being trapped on an oil rig in the middle of the ocean. Developed by The Chinese Room and published by Secret Mode, Still Wakes the Deep launched on June 18th 2024. Already, it has garnered positive reviews from players and critics alike and has even spent some time trending. So, what lies in the dark depths of the Beira D oil rig and are we brave enough to…
AMD AI GPU Technology: How it’s Staying Competitive
Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of PC hardware and innovations this year. One of the key players in this has been AMD’s MI300X AI GPU. This HPC graphics card has been fine-tuned to dominate in demanding applications, harnessing powerful integrated AI to deliver next-level performance. But how does the MI300X compare to other AI GPUs? Has AMD done enough to revolutionise and stay ahead of its competitors? We’ll be taking a deep dive into the AMD MI300X AI GPU, showcasing the key features of…
Monster Hunter Stories: Everything You Need to Know
The first Monster Hunter Stories game is back, fully remastered and now voiced! Initially launched in 2016 on the Nintendo 3DS, Monster Hunter Stories is available to play for the first time on PC. This CAPCOM classic brings the same gameplay we loved from the original as well as new features to the table. We’re taking a closer look at everything MHS, so grab a cuppa and a biscuit! Monster Hunter Stories Gameplay Stepping away from the traditional gameplay of the Monster Hunter series, you…
OcUK Staff Top Fives: Ruth’s Top 5 Life Sims
It’s no secret that we here at Overclockers UK are big into our gaming. We live for new game hype and love to replay our old favourites. Over 2024, we’ll be sharing our own top fives across a spicy selection of genres. This month we’re looking at Ruth’s Top 5 Life Sims. Life sims are my number one. I love the complete freedom you have over the gameplay. You can play at your own pace, creating pure all-out chaos or live out your unfulfilled…
Go on an Adventure This Summer Solstice
The summer solstice is here, providing us the most daylight hours in the year. Sounds like the perfect setting for an adventure! The adventure genre is vast, employing so many different mechanics, art styles, and narratives. For our summer solstice gaming, we’ve found some adventures in far-flung corners of the world – both real and fictitious. So, get your gaming station ready for a marathon session! Horizon Forbidden West Horizon Forbidden West came to PC in March 2024, bringing Aloy’s second adventure to our gaming…
Explore the Great Outdoors from the Comfort of Your Gaming Chair
To celebrate the Summer Solstice, we’re showcasing our top five survival exploration games. In each of these games, you can escape into the great outdoors as you try to rebuild your life and survive against various threats. To ensure you can truly enjoy your wilderness explorations, we’ve paired all our games with one of our top PCs or laptops and a comfortable gaming chair. Forager: Explore, craft, and farm in the 2D survival game, Forager. Set your own path and goals to work towards, whether…
Elden Ring Giveaway: Could You Win One of Three Shadow of the Erdtree Keys?!
To celebrate the release of Elden Ring’s first DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, we’ve teamed up with Gamesplanet to bring you a spicy giveaway! Three of you are in for the chance to win a game key for Shadow of the Erdtree. Want to know how? Keep reading, my fellow Elden Lords. Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree is a massive DLC that comes with its own new map, the Land of Shadow. Chock-full of monsters, quests, and items,…
Into the Emberlands: Cosy Exploration at its Finest
Released into early access on June 19th 2024, Into the Emberlands promises cosy exploration gameplay with a sticker-like aesthetic that has my inner 90s kid screaming. Developed by Tiny Roar and published by Daedalic Entertainment, Into the Emberlands is already catching attention in cosy gaming circles. We were lucky enough to get a review copy ahead of the launch and see if it’s worth the attention. Spoiler alert, it is. So, grab your best cosy blanket, a cuppa, and a biscuit or two as we…
New AMD Ryzen CPUs are Coming – Is Your Gaming PC Ready?
It’s time to get hyped as more incredible AMD Ryzen CPUs are heading our way! At Computex 2024, we got a glimpse at the upcoming Ryzen 9000 and tasty new 5000 Series processors that will soon be hitting the virtual shelves. If you’re in the market for a new CPU, keep on reading as we’ve got all the details you need. What are the New AMD Ryzen 9000 CPUs? Engineered with the innovative Zen 5 architecture, the AMD Ryzen 9000 Series has been fine-tuned to…
Best Football Games on PC – Show England How It’s Done
The Euros 2024 officially kicked off as of June 14th and we can’t think of a better way to show your support by testing your virtual football skills. We asked around the Overclockers UK office and put together this list of our favourite football games and tasty PC recs to ensure you’ve got everything you need to lift the trophy this year! Rocket League Enjoy some premium high-octane football fun with a twist in Rocket League. In this arcade-style football game, you take control of…
The Best PCs to Play Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel
Do you have what it takes to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with your brothers to defend civilisation against the radiated threat of the Wasteland? If so, you’re the perfect new addition to the squad in Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel. If you’re ready to take arms and defend the weak, we’ve got everything you need to know about Fallout Tactics, including all the gameplay details, official specs, and our top PCs to play. Tactical Gameplay You may have been born from dirt but as a fresh new…