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What You Really Need For PCVR In 2024
Virtual reality gaming is the most immersive way to experience the incredible stories and action-packed adventures developers have to offer. In this article, we’re covering everything you need to play PCVR games in 2024. Before we dive into the specifics, let's get the basics out of the way first. Whether you’re brand new to VR or an Oculus Dev Kit veteran, here are the terms you’ll need to know: PCVR: The oldest and most common type of VR, PC Virtual Reality, is really what it…
How to Find the Best Gaming Mouse Pad for Your Gaming Setup!
The finishing touch to any battle station is your gaming mouse pad. Designed to not only enhance your gaming performance but also complete any aesthetic, your desk is empty without one. To help you choose the best gaming mouse pad for your setup, Overclockers UK is back with another helpful guide, detailing everything you need to know. What is a Gaming Mouse Pad? A gaming mouse pad is typically a soft or hard surface that is placed on your desk. They have been specifically designed…
Level Up Your Performance with an MSI Intel 14th Gen Gaming Laptop
Are you looking to spoil yourself with a cheeky upgrade or two this spring? Why not think about levelling up your performance with a brand-new MSI gaming laptop armed with an Intel 14th Gen CPU? MSI gaming laptops are the perfect portable solution for gamers, streamers, and creatives, harnessing the powerful Intel hybrid core architecture and plenty more cutting-edge tech. If you’re struggling to decide which MSI laptop is for you, Overclockers UK is here with our very own buyer’s guide. We’re heading on a…
NVIDIA Inside Look: NVIDIA Encoder (NVENC)
All of NVIDIA’s graphics cards come equipped with a suite of cutting-edge features that have been designed for gamers, streamers, and content creators. This list is rather comprehensive and that’s why we created this blog series titled, ‘NVIDIA Inside Look’. In this post, we’re taking a closer look at NVIDIA Encoder (NVENC), showcasing what it is and how it can level up your streaming. NVIDIA Encoder (NVENC) The NVIDIA Encoder (NVENC) is integrated into every NVIDIA GPU. It expertly encodes your video, lifting any excess…
Top Gaming PC Accessories Every Gamer Should Consider
There is more to gaming than just your PC or console. There is a plethora of accessories out there, designed to improve performance, streamline set-ups, and look fabulous. Today, we are looking through some of the top gaming PC accessories that every gamer should consider (roll credits!). From the basics, to streaming must-haves, and everything in between, we’re taking you on a guided tour on some of our favourite peripherals. The Basics Without a keyboard, mouse, and monitor, there just is no PC gaming. True,…
March Indie Showcase: Pacific Drive
We are back with our monthly Indie Showcase, where we pick one of the many recently produced gems by independent game developers and make sure it gets some well-deserved time in the sun. For March, we are taking a closer look at the sci-fi adventure… Pacific Drive! What is Pacific Drive? Pacific Drive from Ironwood Studios and Kepler Interactive blends survival gameplay with driving simulations. You are exploring the Olympic Exclusion Zone in Pacific Northwest America, an area filled with supernatural horrors and unforgiving terrain.…
Maximising Gaming Performance: Tips and Tricks for Laptop Gamers
Are you a laptop gamer looking to enhance your gaming performance? Well, you’re in luck as we’ve put together this handy guide detailing all the tips and tricks you need. Is a Laptop Good for Gaming? Before we go into the how's, let’s look at the why’s for a second. Is a laptop good for gaming? The short answer is yes! Modern-day laptops come equipped with the same level of power as a desktop gaming PC but in a small portable form factor. Armed with…
Clutter Free PCs with the Phanteks XT Series
Are you looking to build the cleanest gaming PC possible, well the Phanteks XT Series is what you need. With three new chassis available, all supporting the innovative hidden connector motherboards from MSI and ASUS, say goodbye to those pesky cables. What’s more, they do this whilst being affordable. Is there anything else you could you ask for? Three New Cases The Phanteks XT Series is a brand-new line of cases, comprised of the XT Pro, XT Pro Ultra, and XT View. Each chassis provides…
Starfield Small Office Set Up
noblechairs LEGEND Gaming Chair Starfield EditionCustom Starfield Gaming PCDucky One 3 Mist Gaming KeyboardEndgame Gear OP1 Frost White Gaming Mouse BenQ 32" PD3205U IPS 4K Gaming Monitor Take the Captain’s Seat Explore the far reaches of space in comfort, with this Starfield inspired office set up. Your captain’s seat is the noblechairs LEGEND Gaming Chair Starfield Edition, upholstered in black PU and white high-tech vinyl leathers. Adorned with star maps and Starfield branding, this is a stunning centrepiece to any gaming set-up. Plus, the enhanced…
Anatomy of an E-ATX Gaming PC – Here’s What You Need
Want to build the E-ATX gaming PC of your dreams? Look no further as the Overclockers UK PC experts have compiled this ultimate guide on what goes into an E-ATX PC. As part of our ‘Anatomy Of’ series, we’ll be focusing specifically on E-ATX gaming PCs, highlighting what components make up an E-ATX system, the pros and cons, along with our top hardware recommendations. What is an E-ATX Gaming PC? E-ATX stands for ‘Extended ATX’ and is the largest consumer form factor of PC. E-ATX…
Celebrate Pokemon Day with Pokemon TCG Live!
It's the best day of the year - Pokemon Day! We can't think of a better way to celebrate other than digging out your deck, dusting off your shiny Charizard, and playing Pokémon TCG Live. After a long time in beta, the game launched globally on June 8th 2023. Whether you’ve been keeping up to date with every expansion or haven’t played since the days of Red and Blue, there’s lots of awesome stuff to dive into! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ooBE5AQODY&ab_channel=TheOfficialPok%C3%A9monYouTubechannel A Digital Playground to Battle and Collect…
Best Gaming PCs to Play Atomic Heart
February 2023 saw the release of the of the fantastic Atomic Heart, which featured a fantastic 50s Atomic Punk world, full of creepy robots, creepier mutants, and high-octane action. A year later, and Mundfish has released the latest DLC: Trapped in Limbo. Atomic Heart has been available to play on PC and other platforms since February 21st 2023. Today we’re taking a closer look at this action-RPG, exploring which PCs will play it best, and wondering if the Jensen Ackles ad will be included as…