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Work From Home: Make the Most of Your Desk (Part 6)
Well, here we are. Part 6, the end of our little series on how we, the Overclockers Content Team, set up our workspaces at home. So let’s get this show on the road and let you guys peek into the world of how I work. The OcUK WFH Saga So Far Before I wax poetically on about my setup, why not check out the amazing articles that came before mine, and see where the magic happens for my fellow Overclockers UK content creators. Emily Rob Glyn…
Why is My Gaming Laptop So Slow?
A slow and poor performing laptop is a nightmare to use. There are numerous different things that can influence your laptop’s performance. To aid you in figuring out what’s causing your laptop to be so slow, we’ve put together this list of the most common problems and our top fixes. Cluttered Storage: If your laptop is full of clutter, old files, and unwanted games, it’s time to consider cleaning it up. Let’s face it, you don’t need that game you’ve not touched for five years,…
Who is the Fittest? Compete in These Great Sports Games this Weekend
Summer is in full swing, and it’s giving us the itch to get outside and play some sports. Sort of. For our weekend gaming, we’re showcasing some great sports games to play with your mates. Instead of risking injury, sunburn, and who knows what else, sports games let us bring our need for outdoor activities firmly inside. Sure, getting exercise and fresh air are great, but there’s something to be said for having professional-grade skills at your fingertips. I don’t know about you, but I…
Street Fighter VI is Now on PC and We Are Pumped
Street Fighter is Capcom’s iconic fighter game, and the latest addition is finally on our gaming PCs. It’s high time we took a look at Street Fighter VI. Released on June 2nd 2023, this game has already received a warm welcome after much anticipation for its arrival. We are ready to punch and fight our way through various game modes, with stunning graphics and ultimate move combos. Street Fighter VI Gameplay Street Fighter VI promises a new era of gameplay, with smart evolution and…
New Elder Scrolls Online DLC: Necrom Shadow over Morrowind
The Elder Scrolls Online is back with new content, Necrom Shadow over Morrowind. It is definitely time to dig out our maps of Tamriel once more and get exploring! This latest DLC brings with it a compelling new chapter in the ESO story as well as a new class, locations, and companions to unlock. Available from June 5th, we’re taking a closer look at Necrom and all its shiny fresh content. What secrets does the Telvanni Peninsula hold? Necrom Shadow over Morrowind The Necrom chapter…
How to Screenshot on a Laptop
Whether you want to capture your favourite in-game moment or your latest design, knowing how to screenshot on your gaming laptop is an extremely useful trick. Thankfully, we’ve put together this guide detailing all the different ways you can take a screenshot on a laptop. Laptop Keyboard Shortcuts: One of the quickest ways to take a screenshot on a gaming laptop is via the keyboard shortcuts. If you want to take a screenshot of your entire screen, press Print Screen (PrtSc). Your entire screen will…
The Best FPS Games to Play with Friends this Weekend
The weekend has graced us with its presence once more, and it’s time to gather the squad. This time, we’re talking the best multiplayer FPS games. First-person shooters cover a wide range of genres, as they are grouped by a game mechanic rather than by themes and style. Plenty of the games we’ve already covered in this series are FPS, so it seemed only right that we did a dedicated post just for them. All you have to do is sync calendars with your mates…
How to Speed Up Your Gaming Laptop’s Performance
Is your gaming laptop slow and jam-packed full of old software or files? A slow laptop can be incredibly frustrating to use, however, it’s not quite time to throw it out of the window and start again. Not yet anyway. There are a few simple tricks that you can do to help speed up your gaming laptop’s performance. All of which we’ve included in this handy guide, just for you. Clean Your Disk Drives: Performing a simple disk clean-up can help to find and remove…
Redfall is Available to Play Right Now!
Get ready for a bloody good time – Bethesda's Redfall is available to play right now! Redfall is a highly-anticipated, blood-soaked vampire adventure that will have you on the edge of your seat. From compelling storylines to an open world to explore, unique heroes to explosive yet magical combat; Redfall is hitting all the right notes. Today, we’re going to look at everything you need to know about Redfall, the official specifications, and which gaming PCs from the Overclockers UK collection are best to play…
MSI Gaming Laptop Buying Guide: What to Consider Before You Buy
There are thousands of gaming laptops out there, from a range of incredible manufacturers. One of which is MSI. Their laptops have been designed for gamers, with a focus on performance, versatility, and reliability. What’s more, some models have been fine-tuned with creators in mind and come equipped with the latest hardware to effectively handle a range of intensive applications, such as streaming. In this article, we’re taking a closer look at MSI laptops, highlighting all their cutting-edge features, and what to look out for…
Even More Egg-credible Deals for Easter Bank Holiday Monday!
We’re back with even more eggs-cellent deals that you can get your hands on this Bank Holiday Monday! Whilst we’ve been truly spoilt for choice, we’ve managed to narrow it down to a few of our favourites that we’ve gone absolutely cracking for. MSI 32’’ Optix MPG321UR Gaming Monitor: Our first egg-credible deal is the MSI 32’’ Optix MPG321UR Gaming Monitor. With a 32’’ IPS display, support for 4K resolutions, and refresh rates of up to 144Hz, enjoy crisp, high-res photo-realistic visuals with silky-smooth frame…
Work From Home: Make the Most of Your Desk (Part 3)
An entire year has past since originally writing this masterpiece, and not much has changed. Whilst everyone else has been busy updating their office spaces, mine looks exactly the same. At home, my setup has been perfected. In fact, I get far more done working from home than I ever could in an office (mainly because I'm not distracting everyone, but we won't mention that). In this awesome series, the Overclockers UK content team share the tips, tricks, and techniques that we use to optimise…