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Glorious Rebranding: Glorious PC Gaming Race has a New Name and a Fresh Look
Glorious PC Gaming Race is no more, long live Glorious. The brand renowned for producing gorgeous, high-end peripherals has decided it is time for a change. Along with a new logo and refreshed branding, the company has shortened its name to Glorious. Their original name is certainly something of an oddity to those not in the know. The manufacturer highlighted this in the official announcement acknowledging that it helped them stand out “within a crowded industry dominated by some massive corporations”. But times have changed,…
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…
Ascend to New Gaming Heights with the Glorious Model I Mouse
So far, Glorious PC Gaming Race has their Model O and Model D gaming mice, available in wired and wireless versions. Joining the line-up, they now have the Glorious Model I – complete with accessories. Balancing comfort and versatility, this gaming mouse features innovative technology as well as the iconic Glorious honeycomb aesthetic. If you’re in the market for a new gaming mouse, then this might just be the one for you. Ascended Gaming The Glorious Model I has everything you’d want in a gaming…
Endgame Gear XSTRM USB Microphone: Pro-Quality Streaming
The XSTRM USB microphone is Endgame Gears' first step into the audio market, and it’s an impressive leap. With a striking design that features a triangular full metal body. It comes in both black and white finishes, with RGB lighting as the cherry on top! Alongside the stylish design, the XSTRM also packs a punch when it comes to audio performance. With a 192kHz/24bit sampling rate, an included shock mount, and AI noise cancellation, you’ll have professional studio-quality audio in your home. A Professional USB Microphone for your Stream …
Hot Swap and Customise the New Glorious GMMK 2 Keyboard
Get ready for the next must-have keyboard. The Glorious PC Gaming Race GMMK 2 is every keyboard enthusiast’s dream. Universal 5-pin sockets maximise compatibility with popular switches and colourful keycaps, while per-key RGB lighting illuminates the whole keyboard in a vivid glow. Whether you go barebone or pre-built, the GMMK 2 is one incredible mechanical gaming keyboard. What’s Available? There are eight GMMK 2 models available to choose from. These come in either barebone or pre-build versions. In addition to this, you can choose between…
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…
The Coolest Pre-Build on the Block: 8Pack Cryocube
Our favourite champion overclocker has done it again. Taking last year’s Hypercube, 8Pack has elevated the ultimate gaming PC into a frosty pre-build packed with impressive performance. Meet: The Cryocube. Feast your eyes on this beautiful gaming PC. Frosty Specs The Cryocube is a fully kitted out, pre-built gaming PC designed by Ian “8Pack” Parry in conjunction with the team of technical experts at Overclockers UK. Each piece of hardware is cherry-picked by 8Pack, guaranteeing phenomenal performance. Here is a quick breakdown of the specs,…
Windows 11 vs Windows 10 -Ten Big Differences You Need to Know Before Upgrading
The Windows 11 rollout began back in October 2021 and has been storming ahead ever since. If you haven’t yet upgraded, now may be the time to consider making the change from its predecessor, Windows 10. We understand that everyone is different in what features of their operating system they find most important. As such, we explore some of the big changes that Microsoft have made to Windows between 10 and 11, that might sway you to make that leap. One important thing to…
New Glorious GMMK Pro: Pre-Built and Ready to Customise
There’s more to the world of gaming keyboards than first meets the eye. Keycaps, switches, and lighting are all customisable with the Glorious GMMK Pro range, but starting with a barebones keyboard can be somewhat daunting. Especially for budding enthusiasts. This is where the Glorious GMMK Pro Pre-Built Keyboard comes in. A blend of hot-swappable functionality and a fully formed keyboard, this is the perfect place to start! Hot Swapping The core concept of the GMMK Pro range is customisation, and this pre-built keyboard is…
International Women’s Day: Let’s Celebrate the Amazing Women in Gaming and Technology.
As we celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD) this Tuesday, the 8th of March, here at Overclockers UK we’ve decided to take a deep dive into the incredible women in gaming and technology. Celebrate Inclusivity With the rise in popularity of games in the 70s and 80s, more and more women got involved in developing and producing video games. As the industry continued to evolve, women began creating dedicated games for girls to enjoy playing. The industry has moved on from creating ‘girly’ games and now…