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Everything You Need to Upgrade to the AMD Ryzen 7000 Series!
If you want to harness the power of the all-new AMD Ryzen 7000 series, then this is the guide for you! Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve compiled everything you need into one handy article. This includes all the CPUs in the series, compatible AM5 motherboards, and coolers, along with the other essentials to create the perfect gaming PC! The AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Designed to deliver you outstanding performance, the latest generation of AMD CPUs comes fully equipped with an array of cutting-edge features. The…
F1 Esports: From Humble Beginnings to Prestigious Competitions
Over the past few years, esports has grown from a niche community to something shown on a worldwide stage. Universities and colleges even offer esports programmes, recognising the thriving esports industry and the transferable skills it offers. F1 esports in particular has shown phenomenal growth in the last few years, from its humble origins to teams featuring F1 drivers from both sides of the track. How has F1 esports managed to grow so rapidly over the past few years? We’re taking a closer look at…
Anatomy of a Motherboard – Everything You Need to Know!
Whether you are a complete beginner or a veteran PC builder who wants to touch up your hardware knowledge – look no further! Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve created a dedicated ‘Anatomy of’ series, designed to show you what goes into all the important PC components. This blog article is all about motherboards. What is a Motherboard? At the centre of any gaming PC is the motherboard. As one of the most fundamental parts of any computer, the motherboard is responsible for interfacing all of…
How to Choose the Perfect Key switches for Your Mechanical Keyboard
When it comes to selecting the perfect key switch, there is a multitude of different options for you to choose from. To make this process easier for you, here at Overclockers UK we’ve compiled all of our expert knowledge about mechanical key switches into one article. We’ll be showing you all the different types of key switches from Cherry MX, Glorious, and Ducky, along with some of our favourite mechanical gaming keyboards! What is a Mechanical Key Switch? Without a key switch, you wouldn’t be…
Play Overwatch 2 Now: Here’s What You Need to Know
Overwatch has been a PC gaming staple since its release in 2016. This team-based hero shooter from Blizzard is colourful, chaotic, and multiplayer fun. Now, it’s got a shiny new sequel, Overwatch 2. Pairing much-loved features with improvements, this first-person shooter is set to bring plenty of new experiences to enjoy. Best of all? It’s free-to-play from October 4th 2022. That’s right, folks, you can play right now! Overwatch 2 Launch Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGgqyer-qr4 Overwatch 2 Gameplay Much like its predecessor, Overwatch 2 is a team-based…
Our Favourite New Game Releases This October!
It’s a brand-new month and that means it’s time for our monthly round up of the top five new October game releases. Overwatch 2 – October 4th The sequel to the successful FPS hero-shooter is set to be released on October 4th. Overwatch 2, combines everything players loved from the original, but with brand-new characters, worlds, and game modes. Explore iconic locations, such as New York City, as your battle it out in both PvE and PvP gameplay. Official PC System Specifications: MinimumRecommendedOSWindows 10Windows 10ProcessorIntel…
Everything We Hope to See in Grand Theft Auto VI!
After Rockstar Games’ community upgrade in 2022, and sudden leak of gameplay footage, we keep hearing more details and rumours about the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI. As we not-so-patiently await its release, we’ve put together some of our favourite rumours and potential gameplay features that we’re most excited to see in GTA VI. It finally happened! Rockstar Games dropped the trailer and rough release date for GTA VI. Read More Potential Gameplay: Vice City: According to rumours from way back in 2018, we could…
Exciting Assassin’s Creed Games Coming to PC
The Ubisoft Forward Presentation 2022 saw an influx of all things Assassin’s Creed in our news feeds. At Overclockers UK, we love it. Not only does it give us plenty to speculate about, it’s the perfect excuse to boot up our favourite title from the franchise and take nose dives from high vantage points. Today, we’re taking a closer look at all the titles announced and generally feeling excited about what’s in store. Assassin’s Creed Mirage First up, we have the next instalment, Assassin’s Creed…
Everything We Know About DokeV So Far
Since it was first announced in 2019, Pearl Abyss’ DokeV has been one to watch. Whilst it may have evolved away from its original concept somewhat, the utterly vibrant world has captured the imagination. Just check out this gameplay trailer from Gamescom 2021 and then stick around as we take a closer look at this interesting upcoming game. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNXamzH_TQk History of DokeV Cast your minds back to November 2019. That was when DokeV was first announced, an MMO in its infancy. Originally, it was intended…
How to Build an Energy-Efficient Gaming PC
To help you cut down your energy bill and save money, Overclockers UK is here to show you all the components and accessories you need to create a powerful, yet energy-efficient gaming PC. Along with some handy, built-in Windows features that can help cut down your computer’s electricity usage. The Components Efficient Power Supply: A high-quality PSU won’t just supply power to all your important components, it can help cut down on your gaming PC’s energy usage. Investing in a power supply that has a high…
Deathloop is Here: And Now on Game Pass
Since its release last year, Deathloop has earned many accolades – including Gamespot’s Game of the Year award. If you’ve yet to try this time loop game, you’re in luck. Bethesda’s game is now available on Game Pass, for both PC and Xbox, with crossplay support. Read on to see what you can expect from the game, and check out our PC recs. I Can't Shake that Feeling of Deja Vu As the protagonist Colt, you only have one objective - break the time loop…
Get Ready for The NVIDIA 40 Series with These Compatible PC Cases!
If you’re planning on getting your hands on the long-awaited NVIDIA RTX 40 Series graphics cards, it is paramount to ensure your PC case will accommodate your chosen hardware. If your case isn’t compatible, then you won’t be able to utilise the outstanding Ada Lovelace architecture, next-generation Ray Tracing and Tensor cores that the 40 Series offers. However, here at Overclockers UK, we’ve put together this comprehensive guide identifying some of the best PC cases that are compatible with the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series. NVIDIA RTX 40…