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Coming to VR: Killer Frequency
The launch of Team17 Digital’s Black Comedy Slasher-Adventure, Killer Frequency, is almost upon us! Set to launch on June 1st, Killer Frequency will see VR, console, and desktop players take on the role of 1980s small-town, washed-up radio DJ Forrest Nash. Presenter of late-night show ‘The Scream’, you’ll need to stay on the air and man the switchboard, all whilst exploring an authentic midwestern 80s radio studio and guiding the fates of your listeners. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ask5AdC9WwQ VR, Desktop, and Consoles Killer Frequency has been built from…
Overclockers UK Academy: How to Set Up Your PC
We’re back with another installment of our Overclockers UK Academy. In this guide, we’ll be showing you how to set up your PC, and covering all the vital steps from unboxing to powering your system on. Watch How to Set Up Your PC Don’t have the time to read up on how to set up your PC? Or are you that excited that you just want to get in plugged in and ready to play? Don’t worry, you can also opt to watch our…
Everything We Know About Lord of the Rings: Gollum
At last, after several delays, Lord of the Rings: Gollum is set to hit our gaming libraries as of May 25th. We can’t wait to return to Middle-Earth and get our hands on this long-awaited action adventure. Therefore, we put together this article highlighting everything we know, from gameplay to the official PC specification, along with our top PC recommendations. The Gameplay: Experience the untold story of Gollum’s journey. Daedalic Entertainment has revealed that The Lord of the Rings: Gollum will take place before the…
Mental Health Awareness Week 2023: To Help My Anxiety
May 15th to 21st 2023 marks Mental Health Awareness Week. This year’s focus is anxiety, a common emotion that affects us all. Looking after our mental health is important for everyone. That's why the Mental Health Foundation (external link) hosts an awareness week every year, focusing on different aspects of mental health. Anxiety is a big one at the moment; there are plenty of worldwide triggers to set us on the edge. As such, the MHF is raising awareness for anxiety, its causes, and what…
The Best CPU Coolers for the AMD Ryzen 7000 Series
The AMD Ryzen 7000 Series has been optimised for gaming and streaming alike, promising to deliver ultra-fast speeds and powerful performance. To fully utilise the incredible benefits offered by these processors, you need a reliable and efficient CPU cooler to match. Thankfully, here at Overclockers UK, we’ve put together this list of the best CPU coolers for the AMD Ryzen 7000 Series. AMD Ryzen 7000 Series The AMD Ryzen 7000 Series utilises cutting-edge Zen 4 architecture and a refined metal stack design to result in…
How to Speed Up Your Gaming Laptop’s Performance
Is your gaming laptop slow and jam-packed full of old software or files? A slow laptop can be incredibly frustrating to use, however, it’s not quite time to throw it out of the window and start again. Not yet anyway. There are a few simple tricks that you can do to help speed up your gaming laptop’s performance. All of which we’ve included in this handy guide, just for you. Clean Your Disk Drives Performing a simple disk clean-up can help to find and remove…
Rev Your Engines for Lego 2K Drive!
Driving is about to get awesome-er! Take the wheel in LEGO 2K Drive for a one-of-a-kind open-world racing adventure. This spiritual successor to LEGO Racers pulled up on May 19th 2023. We’ve got everything you need to know to take the pole position. Drive Everywhere! Welcome to Bricklandia, a vast open world with multiple regions just waiting to be explored. Packed with kooky quests and full of colourful characters, you can race anywhere and with anyone as you take on a cast of wacky rivals…
Spend the Weekend Chilling with These Life Sims
At long last, it’s finally here – the weekend! The sun is shining (hopefully), you’ve got a kitchen full of tasty gaming snacks, and you're looking for the next great game to play. That’s where we come in! Life Sims are the perfect way to escape your everyday and that’s why we can’t think of a better way to spend this weekend other than losing yourself in some relaxing, vibrant life sim gameplay. To spark your inspiration, we’ve put together this list of our favourite…
Your Guide to Gaming Desks
Finding the right gaming desk can be a daunting task, especially with so many options and variants available. But don’t worry, that’s where Overclockers UK comes in! We’ve compiled all our expert knowledge on gaming desks into one handy guide. We’ll be highlighting why you should buy a gaming desk, the different types and key features, along with our top recommendations. Why Should You Buy a Gaming Desk? Gaming desks have been engineered utilising durable materials, such as stainless steel and robust MDF, to ensure it…
Do You Need a PC for HTC Vive?
The HTC Vive headset allows for greater immersion and a whole new gaming experience. Whether you’ve just brought one or are incredibly tempted, we’ve put together this blog article answering all your burning questions about the HTC Vive, covering all the key features and whether or not you need a PC. HTC Vive The HTC Vive is a type of virtual reality headset. VR allows you to fully immerse yourself in your gaming by utilising features such as 3D spatial audio, 360 degree high-res visuals,…
PC Modding with OcUK: A Tour of Our Modding Department
PC modding allows for greater customisation and for you to add your own unique touch to your system. There are hundreds of different modding options available, therefore we’ve decided to start our very own ‘PC Modding with OcUK’ series. We’ll be taking a deep dive into our modding department, covering all the different configuration options that you can purchase at Overclockers UK. What is PC Modding? PC modding is the personalisation of your PC’s hardware or chassis. This can range from adding case LED lighting,…
The Greatest Kings in Gaming to Celebrate the Charles III Coronation
We don’t know about you, but we’re feeling a bit patriotic here at Overclockers UK after this weekend’s coronation for King Charles III. Last time we felt like this was for the Platinum Jubilee when we looked back at our favourite gaming queens. So, what could be more appropriate than to reflect on our favourite gaming kings? Alistair (Dragon Age) While the Templar turned Grey Warden’s precise role depends on the myriad of choices a player can make throughout Dragon Age: Origins, Alistair assuming his…