It’s officially spooky season, and we can’t think of a better way to get ourselves ready other than playing some of our favourite souls-like games this weekend!
There’s nothing better than embarking through some dangerous landscapes, defeating hordes of grotesque enemies, and of course taking down tough bosses, to get you in the spooky spirit.
Elden Ring
Released back in 2022, Elden Ring is an action-packed souls-like RPG from the developers that brought us the infamous Bloodborne and Souls game series. Set in the fictional worlds of the Lands Between, play as a rogue who was once banished but has now been tasked with restoring the realm and finding the Elden Ring.
The Great Runes have corrupted the demigods of Queen Marika, creating all-out chaos. You must hone your skills, defeat hordes of deadly creatures and beasts, along with restoring the Elden Ring, and of course becoming the true Elden Lord.
Official PC System Specification:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel i5 8400 or AMD Ryzen 3 3300X | Intel i7 8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X |
| Memory | 12GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 580 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 or AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 60GB available space | 60GB available space |
Top PC to Play Elden Ring
OcUK Gaming Sabre Configurable PC:
Equipped with the OcUK Gaming Sabre in your arsenal, you’ll have everything you need to become the true Elden Lord. Utilise the Intel 13th Gen CPU and 32GB DDR5 RAM to unlock ultra-fast processing of up to 5.2GHz, along with enhanced efficiency and virtually no input lag or latency. You can be certain that your adventures across the Lands Between or critical boss battles won’t be interrupted by pesky in-game loading times. What’s more, the NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super, built with cutting-edge Ada Lovelace architecture, delivers photo-realistic visuals along with stunning lighting and shadows, for an immersive gaming experience.
In addition to all of this, as a configurable system, you can adjust the OcUK Gaming Sabre to suit your individual preferences. This includes customising the case, upgrading the processor, graphics card, and memory, along with opting for additional storage drives if you need them.
OcUK Gaming Sabre Configurable PC
- Configurable gaming PC
- As standard includes an Intel i7 13700F CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super
- 32GB DDR5 RAM
- Windows 11 Home
- Flexible storage options
Hone your skills as the true Elden Lord sat upon your very own noblechairs throne, especially one as comfortable as the noblechairs HERO Elden Ring Special Edition.
noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair Elden Ring Edition
- Special edition gaming chair
- HERO model
- PU leather upholstery with cold foam padding
- Adjustable ergonomics and lumbar support
- 4D armrests
- Iconic World Tree design and gold accents
Elden Ring has been blessed with a DLC pack, Shadow of the Erd Tree, promising even more incredible gameplay. Check out our blog post for more!
Lies of P
Lies of P is an incredible gothic retelling of Pinocchio. The once beautiful city of Krat has become riddled with madness and bloodlust. Play as Geppetto’s puppet, as you untangle the city’s web of lies and uncover the truth of what really happened.
Adapt, develop your unique combat style and abilities, along with utilising powerful weapon combinations, including your Legion Arm.
Official PC System Specification
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel i3 6300 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | Intel i3 6300 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon RX 560 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 50GB available space | 50GB available space |
Top PC to Play Lies of P
OcUK Gaming Radiance Frosty MK2 Configurable PC:
Untangle the city of Krat’s secrets with ease, armed with the OcUK Gaming Radiance Frosty MK2. Harness the Intel i5 11400F CPU to unlock ultra-fast speeds in both single- and multi-threaded tasks, perfect for both gaming and work alike. The NVIDIA RTX 4060 will render your journey through the gritty city streets in photo-realistic quality, thanks to support for Ray Tracing and AI DLSS.
The OcUK Gaming Radiance Frosty MK2 is a configurable PC, meaning you can choose to customise the case or braided cables, upgrade the memory, and even opt for additional storage drives for your expanding gaming library.
OcUK Gaming Radiance Frosty MK2
- Configurable gaming PC
- Includes an Intel i5 11400F CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060
- 16GB DDR4 RAM
- Flexible storage options
- Customisable braided cables
Does this PC not suit your tastes? Check out five more incredible gaming PCs that are perfect for playing Lies of P.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Escape to a galaxy far, far away in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Taking place five years after the events of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Cel Kestis is now a fully-fledged Jedi Knight. Exiled to the edges of the galaxy by the Empire, Cal must decide whether he is ready to stand up against the Empire’s forces.
Cal and his crew must take down new yet familiar threats as you hone the Force, complete various challenges, and venture to different planets to explore their unique biomes and defeat the enemies that call these planets home.
Official PC System Specification
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel i7 7700 or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 | Intel i5 11600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 or AMD Radeon RX 580 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network | Broadband Internet Connection required | Broadband Internet Connection required |
| Storage | 115GB available space | 115GB available space |
Top PC to Play Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Refract Gaming Jade Pre-Built Gaming PC:
The Refract Gaming Jade comes equipped with everything you need to stand strong against the Empire in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Fine-tuned for mid-tier gaming, this pre-built PC includes an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 and 32GB DDR5 RAM, to deliver you ultra-fast performance, enhanced efficiency, and virtually no in-game slow loading times. What’s more, utilise the NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti to enjoy realistic visuals in all your favourite worlds, for an immersive gaming.
In addition to this, as a pre-built gaming PC, the Refract Gaming Jade comes with a three-year warranty. This also covers parts and labour; in case you need to return your PC to us for any much-needed repairs.
Refract Gaming Jade Pre-Built Gaming PC:
- Pre built gaming PC
- Includes an AMD Ryzen 7 7700 CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti
- 32GB DDR5 RAM
- 1TB M.2 SSD
- Comes with a three-year warranty which covers parts and labour
Hollow Knight
Descend into darkness and brave the depths of a hidden forgotten kingdom in Hollow Knight. Buried beneath the town of Dirtmouth lies Hallownest, a once-thriving civilisation that has fallen into darkness, rack, and ruin. Plenty of riches and hidden secrets await those brave enough to venture down below, but so do hordes of corrupted creatures and deadly beasts.
Play as the traveller, Hollow Knight, and journey deep below the surface into the labyrinths of caves, corridors, and ruined cities. Explore towns and settlements home to intriguing characters, whilst you battle vicious creatures in order to take home guarded treasures and truths.
Official PC System Specification:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent | Intel Core i5 or equivalent |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce 9800 or equivalent | NVIDIA GTX 560 or equivalent |
| DirectX | Version 10 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 9GB available space | 9GB available space |
Top PC to Play Hollow Knight
MSI Sword 16 Gaming Laptop:
Enjoy fast on-the-go gaming performance in all your favourite souls-like games, thanks to the MSI Sword 16 Gaming Laptop. Powered by an Intel i7 14700HX CPU, harness the multi-core architecture for ultra-fast processing speeds and seamless multitasking. Perfect for all your demanding projects and games! Plus, the NVIDIA RTX 4070 GPU, built with next-gen RT and Tensor cores, will render Hallownest in photo-realistic quality, complete with silky-smooth frame rates. This is enhanced one step further thanks to the 16.0’’ QHD+ display with 240Hz refresh rates. Enjoy high-definition, realistic, and responsive gaming, from wherever you are!
MSI Sword 16
- 16.0” QHD+ display
- 240Hz refresh rates
- Intel Core i7 14700HX CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4070
- 16GB DDR5 RAM
- Windows 11 Home
Blasphemous II
Blasphemous II sees the return of The Penitent One, taking place after the events of the original story in the Wounds of Eventide DLC.
Play as The Penitent One, who has been displaced from his final resting place and awoken in a strange unknown land. Thrown back into the centre of the endless cycle of life, death, and resurrection, you’ve got no other option but to explore your new world and uncover its secrets.
Terrifying hordes of enemies and twisted bosses lurk in the darkness waiting for the chance to return you back to the grave. You’ll need to hone your skill set and arm yourself with new unique weaponry, to wield your unending fury. Just remember… Penance Never Ends.
Official PC System Specification:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 or AMD Phenom II X2 550 | Intel i3 550 or AMD FX 4100 |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 6GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GT 520 or AMD Radeon HD 7470 | NVIDIA GeForce GT 710 or AMD Radeon R7 240 |
| Storage | 4GB available space | 4GB available space |
Top PC to Play Blasphemous II
ASUS ROG Strix G16 Gaming Laptop:
Armed with the ASUS ROG Strix G16 Gaming Laptop, you’ll have everything you need to deliver unending penance in Blasphemous II. Built utilising an Intel i7 13650HX and 16GB DDR5 RAM, unlock ultra-fast performance in single- and multi-threaded tasks, complete with near-zero latency or input lag. What’s more, with an NVIDIA RTX 4060, enjoy high-definition detailed worlds with realistic lighting and shadows, thanks to support for Ray Tracing and AI DLSS 3.0. All of which is kept cool and quiet by the integrated thermal solution, designed to effectively dissipate excess heat away from the CPU and GPU, especially during intensive workloads.
ASUS ROG Strix G16
- 16.0” WUXGA display
- 165Hz refresh rate
- Intel Core i7 13650HX CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060
- 16GB DDR5 RAM
- 1TB M.2 SSD
We got our hands on a copy of Blasphemous II, check out our dedicated review for more details about gameplay and what we thought!
Your Weekend Gaming
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*Prices correct at time of writing and PC specs are subject to change.
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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