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World Book Day: Read These Great Books Based on Games!
Book lovers unite for World Book Day is finally here. On a day that is all about books and reading, we’re here to celebrate our favourite books based on video games. We’ve all heard of incredible books being turned into video games. But there are plenty of fantastic novels out there that have taken inspiration from popular game series. We asked around the Overclockers UK office and put together this top five list of our favourite books based on video games. World Book Day Before…
Top Gaming PC Accessories Every Gamer Should Consider
There is more to gaming than just your PC or console. There is a plethora of accessories out there, designed to improve performance, streamline set-ups, and look fabulous. Today, we are looking through some of the top gaming PC accessories that every gamer should consider (roll credits!). From the basics, to streaming must-haves, and everything in between, we’re taking you on a guided tour on some of our favourite peripherals. The Basics Without a keyboard, mouse, and monitor, there just is no PC gaming. True,…
Classified France ‘44 Turn Based Strategy Preview
An historical take on turn-based tactic video games, Classified: France ‘44 provides you with a realistic take on Inglorious Basterds to complete missions and help prepare for D-Day, minus Brad Pitt and Christoph Waltz. Update 05/03/24 Classified France ‘44 has finally launched! Last year, we got the chance to preview the turn-based strategy set in World War 2 and fell in love with its unique gameplay and exciting missions. You can check out our full preview below and grab Classified France ‘44 on Steam. From…
Mechanical vs Hall Effect Gaming Keyboards
Welcome to the battle of the titans! In this guide, we’re covering everything you need to know about both Mechanical and Hall Effect gaming keyboards. When it comes to choosing a new gaming keyboard, it’s super easy to get bogged down with all the different terminology. What is a mechanical keyboard anyway, right? Before we jump into outlining the differences between Hall Effect and Mechanical keyboards, here’s what you need to know. Mechanical Keyboards Constructed from individual springs and key switches, mechanical keyboards are known…
Top Five New Games Releasing This March
A new month is here and that can mean only one thing. It’s time for Overclockers UK’s top five new game releases that are hitting our libraries in March. Summer House – March 8 Summer has come early... Summer House is a beautiful love letter to those warm feelings brought on by a long summer evening. Create your very own neighbourhood of tiny lived-in homes across a variety of settings. You can choose to be by the sea, city, or even the mountains. There are…
OcUK’s Top 5 Must-Have Bargains Revealed!
Overclockers UK is here with our fantastic end of season sale. With great savings across all gaming hardware, peripherals, furniture, and more, you are sure to find your next upgrade at a tasty price. To help inspire your bargain hunting, we’ve searched high and low throughout the sale to pick out our top five deals. Gigabyte M27U 3840x 2160 Gaming Monitor Level up your gaming set-up with the Gigabyte M27U 3840 x 2160 Gaming Monitor. Harness the IPS 3820 x 2160 display to unlock high-res…
March Indie Showcase: Pacific Drive
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 March, we are taking a closer look at the sci-fi adventure… Pacific Drive! What is Pacific Drive? Pacific Drive from Ironwood Studios and Kepler Interactive blends survival gameplay with driving simulations. You are exploring the Olympic Exclusion Zone in Pacific Northwest America, an area filled with supernatural horrors and unforgiving terrain.…
Maximising Gaming Performance: Tips and Tricks for Laptop Gamers
Are you a laptop gamer looking to enhance your gaming performance? Well, you’re in luck as we’ve put together this handy guide detailing all the tips and tricks you need. Is a Laptop Good for Gaming? Before we go into the how's, let’s look at the why’s for a second. Is a laptop good for gaming? The short answer is yes! Modern-day laptops come equipped with the same level of power as a desktop gaming PC but in a small portable form factor. Armed with…
Great Gifts for Your Gamer Mum for Mother’s Day!
Calling all sons and daughters! Mother’s Day is fast approaching. It’s time to start thinking about how you want to treat your mum to something special – possibly even something that might help their gaming performance (Yes, yes mums can be gamers too). In fact, to help you decide how you want to spoil your mum this Mother’s Day, we’ve put together this gift guide packed full of must-have gaming peripherals, bundles, and much more. Glorious Model D RGB USB Optical Gaming Mouse: Guide your…
Clutter Free PCs with the Phanteks XT Series
Are you looking to build the cleanest gaming PC possible, well the Phanteks XT Series is what you need. With three new chassis available, all supporting the innovative hidden connector motherboards from MSI and ASUS, say goodbye to those pesky cables. What’s more, they do this whilst being affordable. Is there anything else you could you ask for? Three New Cases The Phanteks XT Series is a brand-new line of cases, comprised of the XT Pro, XT Pro Ultra, and XT View. Each chassis provides…
How To Get More FPS In Fortnite
We’ve all been there. You’ve just lost another duos game, and your mate is raging. Is it a skill issue, your peripherals, or does your PC need some love? In this article, we’re taking a look at how you can improve your FPS in Fortnite. We might even be able to help with that skill issue of yours as well. Captivating millions of players worldwide with its dynamic gameplay and ever-evolving world, Fortnite is still a great game to play. You have a few options…
Anatomy of an E-ATX Gaming PC – Here’s What You Need
Want to build the E-ATX gaming PC of your dreams? Look no further as the Overclockers UK PC experts have compiled this ultimate guide on what goes into an E-ATX PC. As part of our ‘Anatomy Of’ series, we’ll be focusing specifically on E-ATX gaming PCs, highlighting what components make up an E-ATX system, the pros and cons, along with our top hardware recommendations. What is an E-ATX Gaming PC? E-ATX stands for ‘Extended ATX’ and is the largest consumer form factor of PC. E-ATX…