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Indie Showcase June: Duck Detective: The Secret Salami
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 June, we are taking a closer look at the charming… Duck Detective: The Secret Salami! What is Duck Detective: The Secret Salami? Duck Detective: The Secret Salami is a cosy mystery game developed by Happy Broccoli Games. You play as the titular Duck Detective, on his greatest case yet. Solving it…
Debunked! Myths About Gaming PC Hardware
The world of PC hardware is full of myths. We’re not talking Loch Ness Monster level myths, but there are plenty of common misconceptions about PC hardware. Thankfully, the experts are on hand to debunk the top PC myths, from the dangers of not turning your computer off to the deadly effects of overclocking. Not Turning Your PC Off at Night is Bad We all remember our parents telling us how dangerous it was to leave the PC turned on overnight. From using up far…
Is Palworld on PC Game Pass? And Other Hidden Gems to Find
XBOX PC Game Pass boasts plenty of the latest AAA and hidden Indie games for you to play, such as the hugely popular Palworld. In this blog post, we’re showcasing all the gameplay details you need to know about Palworld and our other top Indie gems that you can find on the PC Game Pass. Palworld Palworld is an open world creature collector with elements of survival and crafting gameplay. In a world where danger lurks around every corner with scarce food and vicious poachers…
Lian Li SUP01 – A New Way to Cool a PC
With the SUP01, Lian Li has taken a novel approach to PC cooling: take your components, move them away from one another, and then add independent cooling for each. Oh, and they stood everything upright for a small footprint! Now Come on Guys, Break It Up Now, we all know that your GPU and CPU are the toastiest components in a PC. The average CPU temperature is expected to be around 70-80 degrees, whilst your GPU can hover around 65-75 degrees. Yet, in most PC…
WiFi 7: What You Need to Know
WiFi 7 promises lightning-quick connectivity across all your devices. It’s the next must-have upgrade for gamers, streamers, and content creators. If you’re looking to update your internet to WiFi 7, we’re here with everything you need to know before you do. What is WiFi 7? Set to be released in 2024, WiFi 7 is the latest standard boasting huge advancements over previous generations. This WiFi standard has been designed to deliver ultra-fast speeds on virtually any device with improved efficiency. With WiFi 7 you can…
Understanding TDP: How to Effectively Cool Your PC
You’ve most certainly heard the term TDP when browsing the latest new hardware releases or cooling components. But what does TDP mean, and does it affect your gaming PC temperature or performance? In this blog post we explore all of these questions and more, along with highlighting a selection of AiO coolers that are perfect for low, mid, and high TPD CPUs. What Does TDP Mean? TDP, or thermal design power, is the maximum amount of heat that your component generates, such as a processor…
MultiVersus: Everything You Need to Know
After a long beta period, MultiVersus finally had its full release on May 28th 2024. This classic platform fighter pits iconic Warner Bros characters against each other – what more could you need in a video game? We’re here with all the key gameplay details you need to know and our top PCs to play MultiVersus. MultiVersus Gameplay MultiVersus is a classic platform fighter where you can play as some of your favourite Warner Bros characters and battle it out against your friends to save…
How to Lubricate Your Mechanical Keyboard
Yes, you heard us right… Puns and innuendos aside, a crucial step in building your own mechanical keyboard is lubricating your key switches. This simple measure can help to boost your gaming, typing, and even enhance the overall longevity of your keyboard. It might sound like a daunting process, but with our step-by-step guide, you’ll have everything you need to successfully lubricate your key switches. Why Should You Lubricate Your Mechanical Keyboard? Lubricating your key switches can notably enhance your gaming and typing, but also…
OcUK Staff Top Fives: Simon’s Top Five RPGs
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 Simon’s Top 5 Role Playing Games. I’ve been playing games for a long time now, dating back to the ZX Spectrum. In that time, I’ve played a lot of genres, action, puzzlers, beat 'em ups, even racing games, but there…
OcUK Work From Home Lifestyle Series: Nerdcore Incorporated
Glorious Model O Gaming MouseRefract Gaming Celeste Pre-Built PCDucky x Fallout 3XL Mouse Matnoblechairs Special Editions Nerd Vibes Take the nerdy vibes to the max and adorn your office space with Pokémon, Fallout, and more. Paired with a high-performance gaming PC, you can enjoy all your nerdy faves in all their glory. The Refract Gaming Celeste is a pre-built computer, featuring cherry-picked hardware for the best 1440p experience. Harnessing the power of an AMD Ryzen 7 7700X CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 CPU, you…
HX Mobile Processors Explained
HX mobile CPUs are a high-performance generation of laptop processors. Optimised for AAA gaming, streaming, and content creation, HX CPUs are perfect for those looking to get the most out of their portable set-up. But what makes an HX processor different and why do you want one for gaming? We’ll be answering both these questions and more in this blog post. What are HX mobile CPUs? and multi-threaded workloads. Harness blisteringly fast speeds and enhanced mobile efficiency to enjoy playing all your favourite games wherever…
You Won’t Believe These Gaming PCs Actually Exist!
There are a ton of wacky and insane gaming PC builds out there. In this article, we’re breaking down the best gaming PCs you can actually buy right now! From wall-mounted, overclocked monsters all the way to some drop-dead gorgeous desktops, you will not believe these PCs actually exist. Whether you’re looking for a new custom PC, pre-built, inspiration to build your own, or just like looking at pretty PCs, we’ve got you covered. 8Pack Cryocube - Intel Core i9 14900K Extreme Overclocked PC When…