Peripherals
Peripherals are more than just gaming accessories. They give you a competitive edge and look great, so give them the time they deserve. Peruse our posts.
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…
The Best Gaming PC and Hardware for Streamers
Streaming is a hot topic. As tech gets better and better, this venture becomes more accessible to everyone. Therefore, we need to answer one important question: What are the best gaming PCs and streaming hardware? Streaming is a topic we’ve looked into a lot – there's a nifty list of articles at the bottom to prove that. Today, we’re looking at some of the best gaming PCs and hardware available at Overclockers UK which have been primed for streaming. For any budding streamers, this is…
Overclockers UK’s Guide to Becoming a Superhero
There was an idea. To bring together a group of remarkable gamers in the hope that they could become something more. To ensure that when the time came, they could beat the games the rest of us never could. It takes more than just a cool name and stylish suit to become a superhero. Whether you want to be a crime-fighting vigilante or a defender of reality itself, we here at Overclockers UK are here to remind you that with great power comes great responsibility. …
Make it New Year, New PC
Rise and shine, because 2023 is here at last! But instead of writing up a boring list of New Year’s Resolutions, we’re here to help you come up with some awesome PC gaming upgrades instead. With these picks, it’ll be New Year, New PC in no time! Grab a Great Gaming PC So, let’s start with the most literal option – a whole new gaming PC to start 2023! If your system needs more than just a simple upgrade or you just need one anyway,…
Best of Week: Best of Peripherals 2022
We’re back for the next item on our Best of Week: Peripherals. From keyboards to headsets, our peripherals enhance gaming performance, comfort, and aesthetics. They are the real MVP of our gaming set-ups. Some great products have joined the Overclockers UK line-up this year. We’re taking a look back over five of our favourite peripherals that were added to our virtual shelves in 2022. Glorious Model O PRO Wireless Mouse First of our peripherals, we have the Glorious Model O PRO Wireless Mouse, fresh from…
Here’s Why You Should Buy an XXL Mouse pad for Your Gaming Set-up!
Gaming mouse pads are available in countless sizes, each with its own particular set of advantages for your gaming experience. XXL mousepads, in particular, offer a huge surface area for all your lightning-fast movements. To help you decide if you should level up your set-up with an XXL mouse mat, we’ve put together this guide highlighting all the benefits, along with a selection of our favourite XXL mouse pads. Endgame Gear MPJ-1200 3XL Gaming Surface XXL Mousepad An XXL mouse pad, or extended gaming surface,…
How to Connect Your Console Controller to Your Gaming PC
Want to use your console controller to play your favourite titles on your gaming PC? It’s easy to connect your PlayStation or Xbox controller to your system. While we all love using our gaming mouse and keyboard to play, a classic controller can be better for some titles or if you’re used to playing on a console. You can easily connect yours up to play on your gaming PC, but there are differences for how it works between Xbox, PS4, and PS5 controllers. Connect an…
How Do You Make Your Keyboard Keys Press Easier?
Are you struggling with stiff keyboard keys? Are they impacting your gaming experience or making work impossible? Fear not! Overclockers UK has put together this helpful guide highlighting our top tips for making your keyboard keys press easier. Our Top Tips for Making Your Keyboard Keys Press Easier! Give Your Keyboard a Deep Clean: Your keyboard keys could be feeling a little stiff because they are in need of a deep clean! Any trapped dust or food crumbs (we’ve all been there) can have a…
How to Change the RGB Lighting on Your Ducky Keyboard
Have you recently purchased a Ducky keyboard and want to add a splash of colour to your battle station? Then look no further! Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve compiled all of expert knowledge about Ducky’s incredible range of gaming keyboards into one handy article. Including, how to adjust the RGB lighting and all of the relevant keyboard shortcuts to help boost your workflow and productivity. RGB Lighting We’ve listed the key bindings to adjust the RGB backlighting across multiple popular Ducky keyboards, including the One…
Updated Designs and Improved Features: Glorious Model O 2 and Model I 2
Exciting news from Glorious. Two beloved gaming mice have been upgraded and innovated. Introducing the Model O 2 and the Model I 2 Gaming Mice. Featuring next-gen tech, updated shells, and that classic Glorious aesthetic, the Model O 2 and Model I 2 gaming mice are a sight to behold. These gaming mice have been expertly crafted to provide high-performance gaming with pixel-precise sensors, lightweight frames, and that all-important RGB lighting. Take your gaming peripherals to the next level. What’s Available? There are three gaming…
The Best Hardware and PCs for Creating Animations
Are you looking to become the next great animator? Do you need to find the best PC for your creative projects? Or perhaps you are a designer who is actively working from home? Whatever your situation is, here at Overclockers UK we’ve compiled this guide all about the best hardware and PCs for animation and digital art work. The Essential Components: If you want to build your very own art and animation workstation, we’ve put together our list of the very best components you need. …
The Best Gaming PC and Hardware for Those on a Tight Budget!
Do you want to get into the world of PC gaming but have a tight budget? Maybe you’re looking to treat a loved one to the ultimate gift this Christmas? Whatever the reason, look no further – we’ve got your back! Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve created this list of our best budget gaming PC and accessories. The total price for this fantastic gaming PC and peripheral bundle – is only £632.21!* The PC: Refract Gaming Crimson Pre-Built PC: The Refract Gaming Crimson pre-built PC…