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Top 5 Puzzle Games to Play This Weekend!
We all know the weekend is meant for playing our favourite games and eating snacks. If you are looking for something new to play, or a delightful puzzle game that is perfect for releasing the tension after your long week at work, look no further! We asked around the Overclockers UK office for everyone’s favourite puzzle games and matched them with some of our incredible pre-built gaming PCs. Get your snacks ready and let’s get to it. Unravel: A perfect way to escape the stress…
Make Your Streaming Sizzle This Summer
Here at Overclockers UK, we love streaming. Setting up streaming PCs, watching charity streams, even professional streaming – we just can’t get enough and know you can’t either. This is why we’ve decided to share our love for streaming and hopefully help you level up. So, buckle up as we share a few of our favourite streaming PCs, hardware, and peripherals, plus explain why we think they’re great for Twitch partners and budding superstars alike. Gaming PCs Built for Streaming First things first – have…
What are the Best PCs for Video Editing?
With many of us choosing to actively work from home, those in the creative industry may be left wondering what are the best PCs for video editing? But look no further! Overclockers UK is back with another blog post in our ‘Best PCs for’ series, informing you of everything you need in a superior PC suitable for video editing. We’ve included our top hardware recommendations and some incredible pre-built systems, perfect for both work and play. What You Need: For video and photo editing, you need…
The Best PC Monitors for 2K and 4K Gaming!
To help you unlock stunning visuals in all your favourite games, Overclockers UK is here with our guide to the best 2K and 4K PC monitors! We’ve even paired these with some of our pre-built gaming PCs that are compatible with 2K and 4K gaming. 2K Gaming: What is a 2K Gaming Monitor? Monitors that support 2K gaming or QHD (Quad High-Definition) have 2,000 pixels and typically have a resolution of 2560x1440. Is a 2K Monitor Good for Gaming? 2K monitors are perfect for gamers…
Mouse Grips: Why and When You Want to Use Them
Your gaming mouse is a key part of your battle station. During long and intense games, it will stay perfectly cupped in your hand, enduring endless clicks and a torrent of sweat bursting from your palms. So, it deserves some special treatment. That’s why you might be considering fitting it out with an appropriate mouse grip. Not only can this gaming accessory help you get a grip, but it can elevate your gameplay and protect your precious peripheral at the same time. We're going to…
Race To the Finish Line in the Brand-New F1 22 Motorsport Simulator!
Get ready to take your seat in your dream Formula One car, in the brand-new driving simulation, F1 22! Speeding past the finish line from July 1st, experience the latest season of F1, your favourite supercars, and all the glitz and glamour of the Formula One World Championship. As your pit crew, Overclockers UK is here to give you all the tools and information you need to race your way to the finish. We’ve also included the official PC system specifications, along with some of…
Overclockers UK’s Summer Sale Is Back and Bigger than Ever!
It’s that time of year again! Our Summer Sale is back to bring you the hottest deals, at sizzling prices. This year is packed with amazing brands, superb hardware, and, of course, incredible savings. How Long is the Summer Sale Running? Buckle up, friends. This year, the Overclockers UK Summer Sale starts today on July 1st and runs until August 12th. That is six whole weeks of mind-blowing savings to be had. Roughly 11% of 2022, if weird statistics float your boat. What Can We…
Top Five Exciting New Game Releases in July!
Overclockers UK is back with our round up of the incredible new releases coming this July! Each of these games has been paired with one of our pre-built gaming PCs that are perfect for playing these new releases. F1 22 – July 1st Are you ready for the official video game of the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship? Experience racing in the new cars of the 2022 season, with all 20 drivers and 10 teams to choose from. Battle to the finish line…
Our Top Ten Tips for PC Building for Beginners
If you want to build your dream PC and are looking for some top tips from the experts, look no further! We’ve asked around the Overclockers UK office and our technical team to compile this handy guide with our top ten tips for PC building for beginners. Get All Your Tools Ready Before You Begin We would definitely recommend that before you start putting your PC together, you get all of your tools ready. The last thing you want happening is to be ready to…
Top Five Gaming PCs to Play Tour De France 2022!
Get ready to battle it out for the iconic yellow jersey in the latest Tour De France 2022 game! Fulfil your dreams of becoming a legendary cyclist and experience all of the Tour De France’s 21 official stages. With new teams, race incidents, and an intelligent preparation system, become truly immersed in your adventure cycling across photo realistic French cities and countryside. To help prepare you and give you everything you need to grab that yellow jersey, Overclockers UK is here to give you a…
Solid State Drives and Hard Drive Form Factors Explained
When it comes to selecting the perfect components for your dream gaming PC, it can seem a little daunting. Especially when you have to consider the size of your hardware, not just the type of hardware you need. But fear not – that's where our team of PC experts at Overclockers UK comes in! We’ve compiled this handy guide showing you everything you need to know about SSD & HDD form factors. Solid State Drive (SSD): What is a Solid State Drive? A Solid State…
Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodhunt: Brand-New Dark and Deadly Battle Royale
Are you a fan of classic fast-paced battle royales? In need of an action-packed game with a twist? Look no further! The deadly Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodhunt was unleashed on April 27th 2022 and has since become a fan-favourite. It’s free to play and offers a distinct twist on the classic fast-paced action of battle royale gameplay. Overclockers UK is here to tell you everything and reveal all the secrets, including the official PC system specifications. We’ve also included some of our top pre-built gaming…