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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is Here – Get Hype!
After leaked release dates and delays, we can play Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. The long-awaited sequel to Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is here! It’s time to dust off our lightsabres and warm up the hyper-drive, so we are ready to adventure in a galaxy far, far away. We’re taking a closer look at what we can expect from gameplay, platform compatibility, and the official specifications. Just to make sure your gaming PC is Force Ready, we’ve even thrown in a few cheeky recs, too! …
Remastering Gold: Tomb Raider 1-3 and Star Wars: Dark Forces are Back
Two incredible game remasters landed in our gaming libraries this month - Tomb Raider I-III and Star Wars: Dark Forces. We’re here with all the details about these remasters to ensure you’ve got everything you need to enjoy playing these classics for the ultimate nostalgia fest. This includes gameplay, the official PC spec, and our top selection of PCs and laptops that we think are perfect for playing these remastered games. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered - February 14th The original three Tomb Raider games have…
Exciting Adventures Await in Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
Punch it, Chewey! We’re heading back to a galaxy far, far away for another brick-built adventure with Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. You’d have to be a real nerf-herder to not sense the nostalgia is strong with this one. Traveller’s Tales has completely rebuilt this classic for the next generation, down to every last stud. Let’s jump in and see what adventures await. Experience the Entire Skywalker Saga for the First Time For the first time in a Lego Star Wars game, all nine…
Manor Lords Saw Crazy Wishlist Numbers and Now it’s Here
Get your hammer and chisel at the ready, the insanely popular city builder Manor Lords is here! In this medieval strategy game, build your city, conquer your enemies in tactical battles, and ensure your settlement thrives above all else! We’re here to tell you everything you need to know, including gameplay details and our top PCs and laptops that are perfect for Manor Lords. Gameplay Experience life as a medieval lord as you work to grow your small village into a bustling city. Manage resources,…
NVIDIA Ti vs Super vs Super Ti: Which Is the Model for You?
NVIDIA Ti vs Super vs Super Ti – what do all these mean when it comes to selecting the perfect GPU for your gaming set-up? We’re covering everything you need to know from the Ti to the Super, ensuring you have all the key information before you make your choice. Plus, as an added bonus, we’ve even included a few cheeky product recs. You can’t say we don’t spoil you. NVIDIA Ti Ti stands for ‘Titanium’ and describes any NVIDIA GPU that has been built…
Guest Review: Shockbyte Servers
Tired of peer to peer hosting or chugging along with your RAM being syphoned to run a Minecraft server? Shockbyte has the tools to quickly and easily host a server and get you and your friends online. We got our hands on a copy of Shockbyte to review their brand-new Control Panel feature. Keep on reading to see what we thought! OcUK Computer Technician and Support Assistant Liam Bould reviewed Shockbyte on his Ryzen based gaming PC. CPUAMD Ryzen 1800XGPUNVIDIA RTX 3070 (Inno3D)RAM16GB Corsair Vengeance…
Building a Silent Gaming PC: Components and Tips
A silent gaming PC delivers the best of both worlds. You can enjoy maximum performance in all your favourite AAA games whilst reaping the benefits of whisper-quiet operation. No more rattly fans or noisy power supplies distracting you in the heat of battle! We’re here to teach you everything you need to know about building your dream silent gaming PC. We even share our top hardware recs and tips for reducing noise. Why Should I Build a Silent Gaming PC? A silent gaming PC is…
Paying for PCs the Overclockers UK Way!
Here at Overclockers UK, we understand that buying a new gaming PC, laptop or component is incredibly exciting, but we also understand that the best gear is incredibly daunting – especially when a new computer can cost £1,000 or more. Thankfully, we’ve taken steps to make paying for PCs even easier. We offer a range of payment options, including debit card, credit card, PayPal, Amazon Pay, gift cards, and even finance agreements available through Novuna Personal Finance. Gift Cards Along with making payments with your…
What Is the Difference: CPI vs DPI?
CPI vs DPI – when shopping for your next mouse upgrade, you’ve most likely heard these two terms. But what does it mean? In this blog post, we’re taking a deep dive into CPI and DPI, highlighting what each one means and exploring if there is a difference between them. What Does CPI Mean? CPI stands for ‘counts per inch’’ and refers to the number of pixels that fit into one inch of the sensor. The higher the CPI, the more sensitive your mouse is…
OCUK Staff Top Fives: Jacob S’s Top 5 Creature Collecting Games
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 Jacob S’s Top 5 Creature Collecting Games. It should come as no surprise that the man who had a Pokémon-themed wedding has a special place in his heart for creature-collecting games. I’ve been capturing a variety of monsters since the…
OcUK Work From Home Lifestyle Series: Pastel Office
Phillips Evnia 34'' 34M2C8600 Curved Ultrawide MonitorDucky One 3 Gossamer USB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - PinkGlorious Model O Odin USB RGB Gaming Mouse - PinkLian Li O11 Dynamic Snow Mini PC CaseLian Li Galahad II Trinity AiO 240mm RGB CPU CoolerCorsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 RAM Pastel Haven Your gaming and office set-up needs to perfectly meet both your requirements and aesthetic. Blending white hardware with a mix of other light colours and RGB touches is the perfect way to create your very…
Multiplayer Magic: How Gaming Forges Lifelong Friendships
No matter if you enjoy playing the latest AAA title, casual life sims, or even a board game based on a top selling PC game, gaming brings people together. Whilst it’s a great way to wash away the stress of your day-to-day by escaping into a virtual world, gaming is not just about escapism. It builds the foundations to lifelong friendships and offers players a sense of community that they might lack elsewhere in the real-world. In this article, we’re taking a closer look at…