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Rejoice! Crysis 4 is Finally Coming – Now to Figure Out if Your PC Can Run It
After almost a decade of waiting, Crytek has confirmed that Crysis 4 is in development. Following the developer’s split from EA after Crysis 3, a sequel has seemed less and less likely as they only focused on remasters for the original trilogy. But now we know a tentatively titled fourth game is in development and can start to hype ourselves up. What better way to do that than by asking, for the first time in too long, can my PC run Crysis? Crysis 4 Official…
Witcher 4 is CD Projekt Red’s Best Shot at Redemption
Bonkers as it is to consider, it has been almost seven years since we joined Geralt on his quest to find Ciri and defeat the Wild Hunt. The intended conclusion of the White Wolf’s story only made us want more. The legacy of the Witcher has been extended with spin-off games, continued prints of the book series, and a Netflix show starring the world’s most handsome PC gamer. Now, having weathered the PR nightmare that was Cyberpunk 2077, CD Projekt Red has confirmed they are…
Everything You Need to Know About Martha is Dead, the Jaw-Dropping Thriller You Simply Must Play
There is little point in asking if you are ready to play Martha is Dead because simply put, you are not ready. This dark, first-person psychological thriller from developer LKA became one of 2022’s most talked-about indie games and another strong piece of evidence for the ‘video games are art’ debate. Whether you have a horse in that race or not, we have everything you need to know about this game so you can experience it for yourself. Experience a Tale Set in War-Torn Tuscany …
GTA VI is Coming, Making an Exciting Future for Rockstar’s Flagship Franchise
Update 05/12/23 Grand Theft Auto Six has been officially revealed, with Rockstar unveiling the first trailer for GTA VI. Whilst we’re working with pretty limited info at the moment, Grand Theft Auto Six’s first trailer has revealed we’re heading back to the Miami-inspired Vice City. What’s more, it looks like there is going to be a huge map to explore in GTA VI. In the trailer, we saw everything from the beaches and city, all the way to the Everglades. Rockstar Won’t Let You Play…
2022: The Big Year for Uncharted
The Uncharted games have been a fan favourite since their release in 2007. Initially released on PlayStation, in 2022 we saw the Legacy of Thieves Collection come to PC and an action-packed film starring Tom Holland as Nathan Drake. (Although, who can forget the fan-made 15-minute film starring Nathan Fillion?!) Uncharted on the Silver Screen Available on a number of streaming services, you can live the thrill of Uncharted. Alongside Tom Holland, this film stars Mark Wahlberg as Sully, Sophia Ali as Chloe Frazer, and…
Project Golden Nekker is the Witcher’s New Single-Player Gwent Game
Move over Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel, because 2022 is now the year of the real king of card games. CD Projekt Red, developers of the Witcher and Cyberpunk 2077, have announced an all-new Gwent single-player game. Codenamed Project Golden Nekker for the time being, we're going to break down what we know, what we can expect, and how you can still get your fix of Gwent. What is Gwent? First introduced in Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Gwent is a card game commonly played in taverns and…
Hitman 3 PCVR Everything we Know
Hitman 3, the epic and creative murder simulator stealth game from io interactive, dropped last January on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Google Stadia, and PC. As we begin year two of Hitman 3, we're definitely ready to liven things up with some PCVR action. HITMAN 3 - io interactive The Hitman franchise is known for great replayability with a long history of stupendously fun games. And let's be honest, who doesn't enjoy sneaking around in the shadows?... Just to be super clear, we mean…
Halo Infinite: The Official System Specifications and the Best Gaming PCs to Play
Get ready for the sixth installment in the infamous Halo Series – Halo Infinite. Hitting our gaming libraries on the 8th of December 2021, the future of Zeta Halo and humanity rests in your hands. Campaign Gameplay The Halo Infinite campaign follows the events of Halo 5: Guardians. Taking place three years after Cortana’s takeover, you’re tasked with eradicating all the Banished forces on Zeta Halo, who are currently heading straight towards Earth. Harness Master Chief’s infamous abilities and arsenal of weaponry as you take down War Chief Escharum and navigate through countless…
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy – Everything You Need to Know!
Get ready to save the universe in Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. Produced by Square Enix, this action-packed adventure game is set to rapidly become your next gaming craze. If you're looking for more key details, keep on reading, for we've rounded up everything you need to know! Refreshing New Story Play as iconic Marvel characters in this brand-new, third-person action-adventure. Featuring our favourite rag-tag team from the MCU’s (Marvel Cinematic Universe) Guardians of the Galaxy films. The game still upholds the classic humour and unique, entertaining characters that we adore from the films, whilst…
KitGuru Reader Awards 2021 – The Winners Have Been Announced!
(Image credit: KitGuru Reader Awards 2021) It’s that time of year again – the winners of the KitGuru Reader Awards 2021 have been announced! You were given 39 categories in their survey and your votes have been cast and cross-checked by the experts at KitGuru. The Exciting News Our main takeaway is of course, that Overclockers UK have been awarded Best Reseller and PC Builder! (Image credit: KitGuru Reader Awards 2021) The talents of Ian ‘8Pack’ Parry is just one of the many reasons why you voted us for Best PC Builder. Each and every one of 8Pack’s gaming PCs, from the Hypercube MK2 to the Frame R8, has been carefully crafted and hand built by our in-house PC technical team to provide you with incredible performance. Utilising…
Summer of Gaming: Hot New Titles Coming This July
The summer holidays are fast approaching. For many of us, that means six glorious weeks of gaming are ahead. Whilst social restrictions are easing, it looks like we might be getting a traditional British summer of rain, rain, and more rain. The perfect excuse to stay inside with a cuppa and play the hottest new games. Here at Overclockers UK, we have taken a look at all the great games being released this July, ranked them, and paired them with a pre-built gaming PC from…
How the New Companions Work in ESO: Blackwood
The Elder Scrolls Online's Blackwood Chapter, the latest in the game's thrilling, year-long "Gates of Oblivion" event, is finally out. With the expansion, comes a companion system being rolled out into the MMORPG for the first time. Equipped with their own gear, skills, and dialogue, these AI companions even come with their own rapport system. With this, comes another layer of impact towards your in-game decisions. Although they're not "sworn to carry your burdens", you'll have an armour-clad pal for combat (except PvP), conversation, and…