Laptops
Find the gaming laptop that is right for you. From tech specs to must-have accessories, we have got all your portable gaming needs covered right here.
Get Together For Some Party Games This Weekend
Tis the season for gathering with friends and family. What better time to crack out some party games? From the chaotic to the suspicious, at Overclockers UK we love great party games. They bring everyone together for some fun and laughter. And you still get to spend your weekend doing what you love best, gaming. We’ve rounded up a fab selection of party games that are sure to get the party vibes going. Not in the party mood? We’ve got eleven other weekend multiplayer gaming…
Indie Psychological Horror Games Making Global Waves
Guest Blog Article Written by Adrian Virgo At Overclockers UK, we are passionate about supporting independent studios on the rise. Here are our top 3 must-plays in the psychological horror genre, and gaming PC’s we recommend specifically suited for each game. Omori In the game Omori, we control withdrawn teenager Sunny and his alternative persona, Omori. We follow him in both his real life and dream world, called ‘Headspace’. Uncover his traumatic truths before he moves away from his old life, forever. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyVv-jFJiJ8&t=4s Based on…
NVIDIA Inside Look: Max-Q
NVIDIA graphics cards all come equipped with plenty of cutting-edge features designed for gamers, streamers, and content creators alike. That’s why we decided to create our very own blog series, titled ‘NVIDIA Inside Look’, to take a closer look into all their ground-breaking tech. In this blog post, we’ll be showcasing Max-Q, highlighting what it is, and how it works to optimise your gaming experience. What is MAX-Q? NVIDIA’s MAX-Q technologies have been designed to create powerful, fast, and energy-efficient gaming laptops. The lightweight and…
Gaming Laptop vs Steam Deck: Portable Gaming Ultimate Showdown
With our busy, on-the-go lifestyles, it can be difficult to squeeze in some down time. Thankfully, portable gaming has gotten better over the years with premium laptops and consoles like the Steam Deck. But which is better? In this Ultimate Guide, we are taking a look at these two titans of portable gaming. Is the console style of the Steam Deck the way to go, or will PC’s number one rival, the laptop, claim the top dog spot? We’ll be looking at the benefits of…
How to Tether Your Phone to a Laptop
Tired of poor Wi-Fi connectivity interrupting your gaming or intense study session? Tethering your phone to your laptop is super easy and a great way to avoid wanting to throw your laptop out of the window. We’ve all been there. If you don’t know how to tether your phone to a laptop, that’s where our handy guide comes in. Why Tether Your Phone to Your Laptop? Tethering your phone to your laptop is an easy and quick way to boost your Wi-Fi connectivity. It’s especially…
The Best Laptops to Take Back to School in 2023
Back to School: A Student’s Guide to the Latest Tech Get Ready for University with Overclockers UK and UNiDAYS! Back to Uni – The Overclockers UK Way The best Laptops to take Back to School in 2020 The Top Five Asus laptops to take back to school! Updated for 2023! Check out the top three gaming laptops we recommend for school. From the budget conscious to the power-hungry, we have an extensive range of gaming laptops armed with the best hardware to…
The Top Five Asus laptops to take back to school!
Updated for 2023! Among the wide range of gaming laptops we have at Overclockers UK, there are some great ASUS models to explore. A couple of years back, we picked out our top five to take back to school. But since the advent of NVIDIA’s RTX 40 Series and newer generations of Intel and AMD CPUs, we thought it needed an update. Be sure to also check out our Back to School: A Student’s Guide to the Latest Tech for more hardware recommendations. Whether you’re attending school,…
Can You Survive Gord? New Colony Sim from Team17
It’s time to build your tribe and prevail against the darkness, can you survive Gord? Gord is a new colony sim developed by Covenant.dev and published by Team17. Set in a dark fantasy world, you must embark on quests whilst managing the tribe’s populace. Your people may have a story or two to tell that will affect all your fates! Come with us as we explore this exciting real time strategy game. Gord Gameplay Inspired by Slavic folklore, Gord is a city builder, colony sim…
Host a Grand Prix: Best Racing Sim Games for Friends
Rev your engines, the weekend is here and it’s the perfect time to have a Grand Prix amongst friends. That’s right, we’re booting up the racing sim games. I have many a fond memory of spending a rainy Saturday racing against friends, all huddled around the PS2 and Crash Team Racing. Of course, now we don’t even need to leave the comfort of our own gaming environments to enjoy burning rubber. What better way is there to spend the weekend zooming around the track and…
The Repair House: Specs & Recs
Ever get the urge to clean and fix things up but low-key know you lack the skill? Enter The Repair House. This restoration simulator will scratch all your fixer-upper itches! This game comes from the original creator of PC Building Simulator, so you know you’re onto a winner with The Repair House. Boasting satisfying and relaxing gameplay, you can spend endless hours fixing up everything from old guitars to arcade machines! Today we’re taking a closer look at the gameplay, spec requirements, and what PCs…
How to Connect Your AirPods to a Laptop
With AirPods, did you know you aren’t limited to losing yourself in your favourite gaming soundscapes on Apple devices? Thanks to support for Bluetooth connectivity, you can use your AirPods on a wide range of devices, including your laptop or PC. To help you through the process of connecting your AirPods to your laptop, we’ve put together this handy guide. Apple AirPods: AirPods are Apple’s own-brand wireless earbuds that you can use with virtually every device, as long as it is Bluetooth compatible. These wireless…
We Got to Try Exciting New JRPG Alterium Shift
Alterium Shift is a fresh, new JRPG recently launched into early access. We got our hands on a copy and spent the last few days binge playing! Omg Overclockers UK loves it. From Gravity Game Arise, Alterium Shift boasts dynamic quests, classic turn-based combat, and choice-driven storylines. An exciting combination for any game! At Overclockers UK, we are big fans of JPRGs, especially those with a classic retro feel and 8-bit artwork. So, when we got the opportunity to have a play, we jumped at the…