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Coming to VR – Assassin’s Creed Nexus
Assassin’s Creed Nexus VR is finally out, and we can’t wait to jump into the world of Assassins, Brotherhood, and parkour like never before. Already being hailed as the best Ubisoft game in years, there’s a lot to be excited about for Assassin’s Creed Nexus! With an established and beloved franchise, AAA studio, and the graphical performance of the Meta Quest 3, AC Nexus has the makings of an incredible VR game before you even launch it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rkajsg8qNs Gameplay Every so often, you come across…
ThunderX3 Core Black Office Set Up
ThunderX3 CORE PU Leather Gaming Chair - BlackDucky One2 TKL RGB USB Mechanical Keyboard - Silent Red Cherry Key SwitchesEndgame Gear OP1 USB Optical Gaming Mouse - Black Upgrade Your Comfort The ThunderX3 Core Black Gaming Chair is the perfect upgrade for those looking to enjoy exceptional comfort. This innovative gaming chair has been built utilising a plethora of high-quality ergonomic features including intelligent CORE.RDY.360 tech, padded 4D armrests, and even a multipurpose footrest. All of which combined ensure you remain comfortable and well supported,…
NVIDIA Inside Look: GeForce Now
Every NVIDIA graphic card comes equipped with plenty of cutting-edge features, designed for gamers, streamers, and content creators. This list of integrated hardware is pretty comprehensive and that’s why we created our blog series titled, ‘NVIDIA Inside Look’, to take a closer look at all their ground-breaking tech. In this post we’ll be taking a deep dive into NVIDIA GeForce Now, detailing what it is, compatible games, and how GeForce Now can enhance your gaming performance. What is NVIDIA GeForce Now? GeForce Now is NVIDIA’s…
The Best PC Gamer Christmas Gifts Under £100!
If you’re on a tight budget this year but still want to treat the gamer in your life, Overclockers UK has got all the answers you need! We’ve put together this list of our favourite gamer gifts under £100. From peripherals, and accessories, to must-have bundles, you’ll complete your Christmas shopping in no time! Perfect Peripherals No battle station is complete without the perfect peripherals to match. How else are you to defeat your enemies, type at lightning-fast speeds, and listen to all your favourite…
Winter Mail Delivery – Lake: Season’s Greetings Review
Grab your snow boots, this winter we’re heading back to 1985 for Lake’s holiday-themed prequel to find out what Providence Oaks was like before Meredith arrived. Prequel to the first game, Lake: Seasons Greetings transports us back to the mid-80s to take on the role of loveable mailman, Thomas Weiss. Set just one year before the events of Lake, this DLC is set to scratch the itch for more cosy mail delivery and neighbourhood chatting I know you’ve been craving ever since we first arrived…
Battle of Conductors: Liquid Metal vs. Thermal Paste Showdown
Thermal paste vs liquid metal – which of these conductors is the right for your gaming PC? Is one really better than the other? In this blog article, we’re aiming to answer all your conductor questions, covering the basics of what each one is, their benefits, and which one you should use in your PC. What is Thermal Paste? Thermal paste is a compound that is thermally conductive. It is primally used to eliminate any gaps between the IHS of a CPU and a cooler,…
Mastering PC Performance: How to Benchmark Your Gaming PC
Benchmarking your PC allows you to determine what kind of performance you can achieve from your hardware. Is your processor capable of reaching the max speed you desire? Can your GPU render all your fast gameplay with smooth frame rates? You won’t know unless you benchmark it! Thankfully if you’ve got no idea where to start with benchmarking, then you’re already in the right place. This guide on PC benchmarking has everything you need, including the basics of what it is, which components you can…
ThunderX3 Core Grey Office Set Up
ThunderX3 CORE Fabric Gaming Chair - GreyASUS TUF 27'' 1920 x 1080 Gaming MonitorKolink M32G9SS-2 Dual Monitor MountDucky One 3 Classic TKL USB RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - Cherry Red Key SwitchesEndgame Gear OP1 USB Optical Gaming Mouse - Black Experience Innovative Comfort Enjoy next-level comfort with the ThunderX3 Core Grey Gaming Chair at the heart of your office set up. Engineered with ergonomics in mind, this gaming chair comes equipped with a plethora of integrated features to keep you comfortable during late nights of…
History of Counter-Strike – 23 Years in The Making
From a humble mod, all the way to esports infamy, Counter-Strike has come a long way, and with CS2 finally here, we’re taking a look back at the legendary history of Counter-Strike. Without a doubt, Counter-Strike is one of the most iconic FPS games ever made. CS has a rich history spanning over two decades and several games. With prize pools often above one million USD, concurrent players in the hundreds of thousands, and countless Twitch viewers, Counter-Strike is an esports phenomenon. The Mod that…
Unlock Your GPU’s Potential: Mastering MSI Afterburner
Whether you are a complete beginner or an enthusiast, you’ve more than likely heard of MSI Afterburner. But what exactly is it and how you can use Afterburner to enhance your gaming performance? As the PC experts, we’re taking a deep dive into Afterburner, showing you how to utilise this handy software to unlock your graphics card’s potential allowing you to enjoy smooth, fast, and realistic gaming. What is MSI Afterburner? MSI Afterburner is a free-to-use graphics card software that has been designed to make…
Thunderbolt 3 vs Thunderbolt 4 – Everything You Need to Know!
Ever wondered what the differences are between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4? We’ve answered all your Thunderbolt questions, including the latest generations, and whether or not it’s good for gaming! Thunderbolt: Developed by Intel, Thunderbolt is used to connect external peripherals to a PC. First released in 2011 in collaboration with Apple, this technology combines data, power, audio, and video into one cable. With support for both PCIe and DisplayPort, you can access high-resolution displays and fast data transfers all through one port. There have…
What are the Best Graphics Cards for 4K Gaming?
Do you want to experience 4K gaming but don’t know what graphics cards are compatible? Then look no further! We’ve put together this guide showing you which are the best graphics cards for 4K gaming, along with our top hardware recommendations. 4K Gaming 4K refers to the resolution of your monitor and how many pixels are used to create each individual image. If you are playing a game at 4K then your monitor will have a resolution of 3840 x 2160 and four times the pixel…