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Meta Quest vs HTC Vive
So, you want to get into VR but don't know which headset to choose? Don't worry, we've got you covered! We're breaking down everything you need to know about the Meta Quest 2 and HTC Vive Pro 2. Okay, let's jump straight into the most important factor for most of us, price. Both the Quest 2 and HTC Vive Pro 2 have very different price points, with the Vive costing £718.99 for just the headset. However, the once price to performance king Meta Quest 2…
Experience Legendary AAA Gaming with the 8Pack Comet MK2 Gaming PC!
The legendary Ian ‘8Pack’ Parry is back with another incredible bespoke gaming PC. Introducing the 8Pack Comet MK2. Exceptionally powerful, this gaming PC comes packed with the latest in gaming hardware, custom-water cooling, and the 8Pack touch. All to deliver you outstanding performance whether you are gaming or creating content. Legendary Performance: Every 8Pack gaming PC features cherry-picked components to ensure the delivery of premium quality and exceptional performance. The 8Pack Comet MK2 comes fully equipped with an Intel Core i9-12900KS CPU and an…
Is it Good for Gaming? The AMD Radeon RX 6000 Series
Looking to upgrade your graphics cards, but don’t know which is the right one for you? In this two-part series, Overclockers UK has compiled this guide detailing everything there is to know about the AMD RX 6000 Series and NVIDIA RTX 30 Series Graphics Cards. In this blog post, we’ll cover the AMD Radeon RX 6000 series. The AMD Radeon RX 6000 Series The successor of the Radeon RX 5000 series, AMD’s 6000 GPUs expanded on AMD RDNA 2 architecture and is the first generation of…
Play Our New Obsession This Weekend: Stray!
Escape from the mundane by playing the latest new release, Stray! Released on July 19th 2022, it’s definitely what we’ll be playing this weekend. We’ve long dreamt of becoming a cat and exploring the world from a feline perspective, and now we finally can! https://youtu.be/fOm_9N9ksBY Explore the City: This third-person adventure game allows players to see the world through the eyes of a cat. Alone, lost, and separated from your family in an abandoned cybercity, players must explore the streets high and low, facing terrifying…
Check Out These Great Multiplayer Games to Play with Your Friends This Weekend
The weekend is here, it’s the heart of summer, and the sun is shining. You know what that means, right? Time to bolt the doors and hop online with your mates to play your favourite multiplayer game. Just in case the squad isn’t sure what to play, we’ve taken the liberty of asking around the office here at Overclockers UK to get you some cheeky recommendations. We’ve pulled together the best games our team came up with, as well as some tasty hardware suggestions, for…
Everything You Need to Know About Different Gaming Keyboard Sizes
Whether you love playing fast-paced FPS titles or quiet farming simulators, you need a high-quality keyboard that can handle it all. With so many different keyboard types and sizes available, you don’t need to worry about compromising on performance or comfort if you have a small setup or office space. All you need is a keyboard that suits the size of your desk, that still offers you a distinct advantage in all your favourite games! Different Keyboard Sizes: Not only are keyboards available as either…
Our Favourite Spider-Man Games Coming to PC This Year!
Have no fear, we're here to tell you everything you need to know about the PC release of can expect in the new Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered and Spider-Man: Miles Morales. We've got plenty of gameplay details, PC specification, and our top PCs to play these spidey classics. Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered Play as your friendly neighbourhood spider as of August 12th 2022 on PC! Previously released as a PlayStation 4 exclusive, you can now enjoy all the fast-paced, web-swinging action on PC. 8 years after Peter…
Out of This World Space Exploration Games For You to Play
Space – the final frontier. One that, in reality, is still just beyond the reach of mankind. But in the objectively better and far cooler world of video games, space exploration is thriving. July 20th marks space exploration day. We’re going to infinity and beyond to recommend you a whole constellation of star-faring titles to fulfill any cosmic fantasy you have. We do mean any. No Man's Sky The game that boldly dared to do what no game had done before. No Man’s Sky shot…
Everything You Need to Know About the Forza Horizon 5 Hot Wheels DLC
Racing across the finish line today is the brand-new DLC for Forza Horizon 5, the Hot Wheels expansion. Release your inner child and create exhilarating blue and orange tracks, intricate loops above stunning Mexican landscapes, and unlock a plethora of brand-new, lightning-fast cars. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Idg18QJCbXU&ab_channel=Xbox Calling All Daredevils: To experience the action-packed fun of the Hot Wheels expansion, all you need to do is complete the base game’s first initial experience. After which everything included in the DLC is unlocked for you to enjoy. Included with…
Super Gaming Bundles to Save You Money
We all love getting a great deal. One of the best ways to do that is to take full advantage of the amazing bundles we have at Overclockers UK. Each one has been carefully curated to perform cohesively and enhance your gameplay or computer. From peripherals to core components, they make your life easier and save you a pretty penny too. Today, we’re bringing you the best of the bundles. Peripheral Bundles Mechanical keyboard, gaming mouse, headset, mousepad... It all adds up. Each one is…
How to Troubleshoot PC Issues: Our Top Five Tips
We all know the sinking feeling when your PC unexpectedly crashes or stops turning on. Before the panic sets in, Overclockers UK has compiled our top five basic troubleshooting tips before you spend money replacing hardware or setting up a repair with us. Have You Tried Turning It Off and On Again? Whilst it may seem simple, if your PC unexpectedly crashes, freezes, or you notice a significant drop in performance, a way to troubleshoot this is to simply restart your PC. Restarting your system…
Everything You Need to Know About the Barbarian Class in Baldur’s Gate 3
Released in February 2022, patch 7 finally allowed players of Baldur’s Gate 3 to play as the Barbarian class. Overclockers UK is here to tell you everything there is to know about Baldur’s Gate 3 and the Barbarian class so you have all the tools you need to succeed in this turn-based RPG. Baldur’s Gate 3 Set in the Forgotten Realms of Dungeons and Dragons, friendship, betrayal, survival, and absolute power are all at risk in this RPG. You must be willing to battle against the…