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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…
Coming Up Kolink: Three New Cases and a Vertical GPU Kit
Landing at Overclockers UK today, we have four new products in the Kolink Range. The Stronghold Prime, two additions to the Observatory range with the Y aRGB and Y Mesh, plus a Vertical GPU Kit. There has never been a better time to be in the market for a new, premium mid-tower case. There’s something for everyone too – especially fans of the classic black, RGB lovers, and hardware enthusiasts. Three Cases and a GPU Bracket All three of the cases can accommodate some impressive…
Quack Mechanics and More with the New Ducky One 3 Keyboards
Ducky is a powerhouse when it comes to mechanical keyboards. Their One 2 range has been massively successful and a firm favourite, which is why we are so excited to announce the arrival of Ducky One 3 keyboards! https://youtu.be/DPk5BJrexl4 Quacking Stuff! The core principle of these keyboards is the innovative, new Quack Mechanics. These principles come together to create a sublime typing experience, whether you are gaming or typing up that report for your boss. But what are Quack Mechanics, you ask. They are: True PBT Keycaps, Solid Stance, Authentic Acoustics, and Balanced Tuning. …
Five LGBTQ+ Inclusive Games We Love
There's an ever-growing amount of LGBTQ+ representation in gaming, from AAA titles to indie gems. February may be UK pride month, but our love for these characters and games lasts all year. We’re breaking down some of our favourite LGBTQ+ inclusive games and characters. Video games have always offered a unique form of escapism, from RPGs where you can be whoever you want, to the storylines that steal our hearts time and time again. We're breaking down our favourite inclusive games, and of course,…
Jonsbo HX CPU Coolers – Powerful Cooling for your CPU
With the Jonsbo HX Series CPU coolers, you’ll be able to choose a stylish and powerful air cooler for your processor. From a low-profile downdraft cooler perfect to fit in a mini-ITX build, to a twin tower beast that can handle even the most powerful of processors. This line of coolers brings stylish aesthetics, support for a wide variety of CPUs, and, most importantly of all, truly impressive cooling performance. What Coolers are Available Jonsbo HX6200 The HX6200 is a powerful low-profile downdraft cooler. The…