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Best Cooling Solutions for Overclocked PCs
Looking to get the most out of your hardware through overclocking but don’t know the right cooling solution for your PC? Then this is the blog post for you! We’ve compiled everything you need to know about water-cooling overclocked hardware and why you want to invest in high-quality cooling solutions to keep your hardware cool and performing at its best. Plus, because we just love spoiling you, we’ve picked out our top water-cooled overclocked PCs and some DIY bundles. Why Do You Need Water-Cooling for…
Survive and Thrive in Our Top Colony Sims to Play this Weekend
Looking to play something new this weekend? Put your skills to the test and battle it out for survival in our top colony sims. We’ve picked out a selection of our faves, including a single-, multi-player, and brand-new game, which are sure to spice up your gaming marathons. Frostpunk 2 Frostpunk 2 is the epic sequel to the iconic colony sim. Set thirty years after a deadly blizzard conquered Earth, you play as the Steward, tasked with managing an endless list of factions, their demands,…
Everything You Need to Know About Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Since it was announced back in the summer that we’d have a new Dragon Age game this year, we have been eagerly awaiting Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Now, it’s nearly here. Get ready for an immersive RPG experience, with Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Corrupt ancient gods are free and causing havoc in Thedas, and you need to be Dragon Age’s newest hero. We’re taking a closer look at the gameplay and PC specifications required to play this epic new fantasy adventure. Dragon Age: The Veilguard…
Everything You Need to Know About Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
It’s time to once again take to the skies! Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 isn’t just an upgrade. It’s an entire re-imagining of flight simulation, leveraging the latest tech, including machine learning, cloud computing, and the enhanced Asobo Studio engine. In this article, we’ve got all the deets you need to know before take-off. Set to launch November 19th, 2024, this latest version of MS Flight Simulator promises more than a simple flight experience. With new mission-based career paths, even more stunningly detailed landscapes, and…
Best Gaming Keyboards of 2025
In the market for a tasty new gaming keyboard upgrade? If so, you’re in luck for we’ve rounded up our best gaming keyboards available right now at Overclockers UK. We won’t keep you waiting any longer, and instead let’s jump straight to it! Glorious GMMK 3 Pro 75% Pre-Built Gaming Keyboard Enjoy unparalleled gaming performance with the Glorious GMMK 3 Pro Gaming Keyboard. Designed utilising premium build materials and a plethora of unique customisation, you can perfectly tailor your GMMK 3 Pro to suit your…
Is It Dead: PCIe 3.0?!
With PCIe 5.0 taking the world by storm, are the previous generations, especially 3.0, still worth having? In this blog post, we’re taking a deep dive into PCIe 3.0, showcasing what it is, uncovering if it’s still useful, and sharing what alternatives there are available to PCIe 3.0. What is PCIe 3.0? PCIe 3.0 is the third generation of the high-speed interface. As the third gen, PCIe 3.0 boasts several improvements over 2.0 and 1.0. This includes faster transfer speeds, bandwidths of up to 32GB/s…
Relive Aloy’s Adventures in LEGO Horizon Adventures
Ever wanted to play Horizon Zero Dawn but in LEGO form? Well now you can! LEGO Horizon Adventures reimagines all the iconic gameplay, gut-wrenching storyline, and fan-favourite characters in classic vibrant LEGO style. We’re hyped to play LEGO Horizon Adventures; therefore, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about gameplay, multiplayer, official PC specs, and our top PCs to play! Gameplay Embark on a whirlwind adventure to a distant future in which the land is made of LEGO bricks, nature has reclaimed Earth, and…
The Cost of War: Five Games to Commemorate Our Soldiers
Every year Remembrance Sunday beckons us to halt the relentless pace of our lives, if only for a moment, to honour and reflect upon the countless soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom and peace. These men and women, who faced the horrors of war with unwavering courage, deserve our deepest gratitude and remembrance. In this digital age, countless games have emerged as poignant avenues for us to pay homage to both soldiers and innocent civilians, capturing the raw brutality…
How to Calibrate Your Gaming Monitor
Struggling with poor image quality and dull colours? An easy and budget-friendly way to fix this is to calibrate your gaming monitor. Calibrating your monitor may sound scary and far too complicated but, in reality, it’s super simple to achieve, especially as Windows includes built-in calibration tools. To ensure you don’t have to go it alone, we’ve compiled this handy post detailing everything you need to know, including what calibrating means and why you should do it. Plus, we’ve even created a step-by-step guide showcasing…
Best Gaming Mice for Small Hands
Getting the right gaming mouse for your set-up is crucial – how else are you supposed to defeat those hordes of enemies or venture across fantastical landscapes? However, with a never-ending list of factors to consider – from size, DPI, ergonomics, to type of sensor, and more, picking your gaming mouse can be a daunting task. That’s where we come in! Introducing our latest blog series - ‘The Best Gaming Mice For...’. Here, we’ll be selecting a specific need or game genre, and highlighting a…
Planet Coaster 2: Here’s What You Need to Know!
Planet Coaster is a much-loved theme park simulator, and now it’s got a sequel! Planet Coaster 2 is officially out now. Developed and published by Frontier Developments, Planet Coaster 2 promises more of the gameplay we love, but with new modes, crossplay support, and plenty of thrilling rollercoasters to discover. So, make sure your harness is locked into place and get ready for the ride! Planet Coaster 2 Gameplay Planet Coaster 2 challenges you to reach new creative heights, perfect your management skills, and share…
The Best AMD Ryzen 7 Gaming PCs
It’s important to get the right processor at the heart of your computer. Today, we’re looking at gaming PCs that utilise an AMD Ryzen 7. The AMD Ryzen 7 The AMD Ryzen 7 processor is a mainstream-tier CPU, designed and engineered by AMD. This model is a staple of the current and previous generations. We’ll be focusing on AMD Ryzen 5000 and 7000 Series CPUs in this article, as the latest 9000 Series is still being released. But, due to its continued compatibility with the…