Guides & Tutorials
Build your dream gaming PC with confidence using our step-by-step guides and tutorials, perfect for both first-time computer builders and seasoned pros.
How to Set Up HTC Vive VR Base Stations – Get Your VR Gaming Experience Off the Ground
Alright, VR newbies and seasoned pros alike, if you’re here, you’re probably itching to experience the latest AAA VR games. Whether it’s dancing in a VR Chat nightclub or playing a cursed feet-only Beatsaber mod, high-quality tracking is actually pretty cool. In this guide, we’re cutting through all the nonsense and explaining how to set up HTC Vive base stations. Define Your VR Play Space I know you’ve read this a thousand times and hear it when you turn your VR headset on, but hear…
OcUK Academy: Easy Step-by-Step Guide to Cleaning and Maintaining Your Gaming PC
The Overclockers UK Academy is back! In this blog article, we’re taking you step-by-step through how to clean and maintain your gaming PC to ensure it performs in tip-top-shape and looks fantastic. Step-by-Step Video Guide Too cool for reading? You can watch our dedicated step-by-step guide instead, in which Briony takes you through everything you need to know about cleaning and maintaining your PC. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ss-SNeZZV0&ab_channel=OverclockersUK Why Should You Clean Your PC Regular PC cleaning may sound tedious, but it’s vital for ensuring it not only…
How to Set Up a Surround Sound System for Your PC
Are you looking to level up your audio experience with surround sound? If so, keep on reading! We’ve created this handy guide detailing everything you need to know about surround sound, showcasing what it is, why you want it, and how to set it up on your gaming PC. What is Surround Sound? Surround sound does exactly as it sounds (I just had to...). It puts you at the centre of whatever action is happening on screen, by emitting audio through either multiple speakers or…
How to Remove Windows Copilot: A Step-by-Step Guide
So, you’ve tried out Windows Copilot, and it’s not quite your thing. Whether it feels intrusive or you prefer a hands-on approach, we’ve got you covered. In this article, we’ll show you how to disable Windows Copilot. What is Windows Copilot? Windows Copilot is a built-in AI assistant designed to make life easier by helping with tasks such as summarising emails, managing appointments, and improving productivity in Microsoft apps like Word, Excel, and Teams. Whilst Copilot can definitely be helpful in day-to-day tasks, not everyone…
When and Why You Should Upgrade Your PC?
One huge benefit of having a desktop PC is the fact you can upgrade them. But why and when should you be doing this? With easily accessible chambers, future-proofed hardware with clear upgrade paths, and plenty of new tech to choose from, updating components is a great way to squeeze more performance out of your gaming PC. You don’t have to spend loads on a whole new PC, and that ultimately reduces e-waste, too! In this article, we’ve got all the information you need to…
How to Transfer Data from Your Old to New Gaming PC
Your new shiny PC has just arrived and now it’s time to get it plugged in and set up. But wait... what to do with all your old files? Thankfully, you don’t have to undergo a painful goodbye with your favourite pictures, videos, and precious memories. In fact, it’s super easy to transfer data across to your new gaming PC, and we’re here to show you step-by-step how to do this! Why You Should Transfer Your Data Transferring all your old data across may sound incredibly…
How to Improve Your Internet Speed for Online Gaming
Struggling with poor internet speeds? Are you tired of looking at that never-ending spinning circle of death when you’d rather be exploring your favourite gaming worlds? If so, this is the blog post for you! Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve rounded up a selection of our top tips for boosting your internet speed, along with a few of our fave product recs. Why You Need Reliable Internet Speeds for Gaming A reliable and fast internet connection is vital for online gaming. Having a high internet…
How to Change the Refresh Rate on a Monitor
Not achieving the level of performance you desire out of your monitor? Have you tried changing the refresh rate? If not, this is the guide for you! We’re showing you step-by-step how to change your refresh rate, detailing everything you need to know. Can You Change the Refresh Rate on a Monitor? The short answer is yes! With most gaming monitors you can adjust the refresh rate to better suit your individual preferences and in-game demands. However, we always recommend you double-check if your monitor…
Ducky Zero 6108 Manual
Have you recently purchased a Ducky Zero 6108 and are stuck trying to figure out all the different configuration options or keyboard shortcuts? Well, you’re in luck, for we’ve compiled the Ducky Zero 6108 manual into one handy blog post, detailing everything you need to know including all the keyboard shortcuts. We have even linked the manual for your complete convenience. Short of Time? Are you short on time to read our complete breakdown of the Ducky Zero 6108 and its manual? Don’t worry,…
How to Partition a Hard Drive in Windows 11
Tired of your cluttered hard drive? Are you finding it near impossible to find that specific file you need? We’re here to show you a quick cure to this, highlighting everything you need to know about partitioning a hard drive. Keep on reading to see all the pros and cons of partitioning, if you can do it in Windows 11, and our easy step-by-step guide to partition a hard drive. Why Should You Partition Your Hard Drive? Partitioning a hard drive can be incredibly useful,…
Turn Your Passion Into Profit: 5 Ways to Earn Money Through Gaming
Are you looking to make money through your love of gaming? If so, keep on reading for we’ve rounded up some simple ways in which you can earn money through gaming. Become a Video Game Tester During development, companies will hire game testers to assess for any bugs, usability errors, or how the game functions. You can test games on a wide variety of platforms from PC to console and even mobile. Once you’ve tested all the gameplay, you’ll typically also be required to write…
Play Zenless Zone Zero on Steam Deck!
Brilliant 3D action game Zenless Zone Zero can finally be played on your Steam Deck! In this guide, we’re breaking down everything you need to know to get the game running on Valve’s handheld. HoYoverse, the developers behind Zenless Zone Zero, Genshin Impact, and countless other games, has yet to release any game natively on Steam. However, there is a workaround to get ZZZ on your Deck! While there is no officially supported launcher from HoYoverse, there are a few different options for playing the…