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The Dead Space Remake is Here! Time to Get Your Gaming PC Ready
It’s finally time to return to the USG Ishimura as Isaac Clarke in the reimagined sci-fi classic Dead Space Remake. Do you and your gaming PC have what it takes to survive the cosmic horrors that await you both? The Horror Survival Classic Returns Fifteen years after the original game came out, Dead Space is back to give you a fresh batch of nightmares. Completely rebuilt from the ground up, this remake is set to offer a deeper and more immersive experience than the 2008…
Work From Home: Make the Most of Your Desk (Part 1)
For many of us, we are heading into another year of flexible or working from home. By now, our work-from-home office desk set-ups are pretty near perfect. But there are always great tips to be shared! The Overclockers UK content team is giving you a behind-the-scenes peek at our work-from-home set-ups. We’ve got great tips, the hardware we’re using, and pictures to show off the spaces we’ve created. What? We’re really proud of them! We’ve shared our workspaces, so if you’re looking for some office…
Level Up Your Knowledge: F-Keys and Their Function
Now... what exactly is the function of an f-key? Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve put together this handy dandy guide on where you can find the F-keys and an explanation of their function. What are the F-keys? The F-keys on a Ducky One3 Classic Full-sized Mechanical Keyboard The F-keys, or function keys, are shortcuts. These are typically located at the top of your keyboard, dependent on your keyboard form factor. Each will perform a specific task that is defined by the operating system, for example,…
Your Guide to Gaming Chairs
Investing in a gaming chair can be a daunting task, especially if you don’t know where to start. Fear not, we’ve compiled all our expert knowledge on gaming chairs and put it in this handy guide. Just for you. Aren’t we sweet? In this guide, we will go over the why, the what, the who, and the how. The why gaming chairs, the what to look for, the who to choose from, and the how to care and clean. You already know the where –…
Unlock Interstellar Performance with the 8Pack Asteroid
Bringing in the New Year right, we have a new 8Pack gaming computer to unveil – overclocked and decked out with all the latest hardware. Meet the 8Pack Asteroid. With its mirror-finish, carbon fibre accents, and beautiful RGB lighting, the 8Pack Asteroid looks like it has come from space. Harnessing the power of 13th Gen Intel and NVIDIA’s Ada Lovelace architecture, it may well be from the future. Get ready for out-of-this-world performance in all your gaming, content creation, and streaming endeavours! https://youtu.be/bnmx1pTbACM Astronomical Hardware…
2023 Is the Year of VR
Get ready for a year of Virtual Reality like you’ve never seen it before. Haptics, new headsets, gloves? It’s all in this post. 2023 might just be VRs best year yet! Throughout 2022 we saw an explosion in technology developments and games. Plus with CES 2023 jam-packed with plenty of virtual reality companies, there is a lot to be excited about. In this post, we’re taking a look at what we’re excited for this year. CES 2023: Great Tech to Look Out for This Year …
How to Connect Your Stadia Controller via Bluetooth
Google Stadia has come to its unfortunate end. Whilst Google has officially stopped support for Stadia, this doesn’t mean your controller is unusable. In fact, you can now connect your Stadia controller via Bluetooth to enjoy playing your favourite games on your PC and even your phone. Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve put together this handy step-by-step guide showing you how to connect your controller via Bluetooth. What is Google Stadia? Originally launched back in 2019, Stadia was a cloud gaming service developed by Google.…
Get the Right Gaming PC for Multiplayer Games
We love a bit of multiplayer gaming mayhem here at Overclockers UK, and we’re sure you do too. But is your gaming PC up to scratch? With single-player gaming, you only have to worry about your gaming PC running the game in question. Add multiplayer into the mix, and you’ve got additional programs to consider, connectivity issues to contend with, and extra hardware to plug in. We’re here to clear the air and make sure you know just what you need for popular multiplayer genres.…
Everything You Need to Know about M.2 SSDs
High-quality storage is a must in any gaming PC. M.2 SSDs boast fast data transfer speeds and loading times in a small form factor. If increasing your storage is on your gaming resolution list, then here at Overclockers UK, we have got the guide for you! Our team has compiled everything you need to about M.2 SSDs to help you decide if this storage solution is for you. M.2 Solid State Drives: M.2 is a type of Solid State Drive form factor. M.2 SSDs will…
Overclockers UK Academy – How to Build a Mechanical Keyboard
Our Overclockers UK Academy is back with a brand-new in-depth guide! In this blog article, we’ll be covering everything you need to know about building your very own mechanical keyboard, including all the parts you need, step-by-step instructions, and a detailed video tutorial. Pick Your Keyboard Parts! The first and most important step in building your own mechanical keyboard is selecting the right parts. This includes the barebone keyboard body, key switches, and cable. You also opt for additional accessories such as braided or coiled…
Phanteks is Ready for the Latest Hardware! Are You?
Phanteks is launching multiple upgrades to their line-up including the Glacier R220C, so you’ll be ready for this year's latest hardware releases. With these enhancements, you’ll be able to add performance, utility, and style to your gaming PC. Keeping it Cool with the Glacier R220C Combo First out of the gate is Phanteks’ new pump and reservoir combo, the Glacier R220C. This innovative combo, features a powerful 20W DDC pump pre-installed within the reservoir and sealed with a Viton rubber O-Ring to guarantee your coolant stays…
The Best Pre-Built Gaming PCs That Can Be Delivered Next-Day
Need a new gaming PC and don’t want to wait long? We have some incredible pre-built systems that you can order with next-day delivery. Why Choose a Pre-Built Gaming PC? All of our pre-built PCs here at Overclockers UK are designed and built by our in-house team of tech experts. This ensures peak performance for your price point. We also offer three years parts and labour warranty with each of our pre-built systems. You can also get a gaming computer built-to-order; however, it won’t be…