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The Best Dating Sims to Play This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and the Overclockers UK gang are feeling the love. We’re rounding up some great dating sims for you to play. Dating sims offer great replayability and are the perfect game to boot up with Cupid hanging about. With so many singles and endings, it’s an easy genre to come back to time and time again. So, we’ve asked around the office and put together this list of our favourite dating sims! Don’t forget to check out our two-player gift guide…
The Ultimate CAD Set-Up
Our precious PCs can be used for so much more than gaming. Today, we’re going to go through the ultimate set-up for CAD. From a high-performance computer to must-have peripherals, this ultimate set-up will guide you through an entire desk of CAD-primed goodies. Should you be looking for an upgrade or two or three for your professional space, then get your shopping list ready! What is CAD? In case you are new to this, CAD stands for computer aided design. It is the term used…
Overclockers UK Academy: How to Switch Overclocking Profiles on 8Pack PCs and Bundles
The Overclockers UK Academy is back! We’ve got another informative article to help you get the most out of your gaming PC and hardware. In this blog post, we’re covering how to switch overclocking profiles on 8Pack PCs and bundles. Don’t Want to Read? Watch How to Switch Overclocking Profiles Instead! Too cool for reading? Don’t worry, you can watch how to switch overclocking profiles instead thanks to our dedicated video presented by 8Pack himself. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJHzfZEu24c&ab_channel=OverclockersUK What is Overclocking? Overclocking is a method of adjusting…
Our Favourite Two-Player Games to Play this Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day is here and we think engaging in some high-quality two-player gaming is the best way to show someone you truly have *heart eyes* for them. Therefore, we asked around the Overclockers UK office and put together this list of our ultimate two-player games that are perfect for your virtual or in-person Valentine’s date. Stardew Valley After inheriting your grandfather’s old farm, you and your special someone can escape to the idyllic Pelican Town in Stardew Valley. Begin your new life together by…
The Best Time Loop Games to Play for Groundhog Day
Okay campers, rise and shine because there are video games to be played. What better way to celebrate Groundhog Day than by sticking yourself in a virtual time loop and going full Phil Connors? Time loop video games have seen a huge surge in popularity over recent years. That means there’s more for you to play than ever before. Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve picked out our favourite time loop games for you to trap yourself in for Groundhog Day. Deathloop One of 2021’s most-hyped…
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Two-Player Gamers!
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, here at Overclockers UK, we’ve put together this ultimate Valentine’s Day Gift Guide! Designed specifically for two-player gaming, we’ve packed it full of incredible gifts that are perfect for spoiling your special someone or convincing them to finally play your favourite game with you... Our Two-Player Gaming Inspo Valentine’s Day is all about spending time with the important person in your life, and we can’t think of anything better than some high-quality gaming! Whether you both love farming simulators,…
Is 2025 The Year for 4K Gaming?
4K has become increasingly more popular and accessible in recent years. With the release of the latest gen of both NVIDIA and AMD GPUs, along with more monitors supporting gaming at ultra-high resolutions, there’s never been a better time to upgrade to 4K. If you’re tempted to upgrade to 4K in 2025, we’ve put together everything you need to know. This includes what 4K is, the benefits to gamers, and all the hardware you need. What is 4K Gaming? 4K refers to your monitor’s resolution…
How Do I Learn to Code?
HTML, Python, JavaScript – what does this all mean? Knowing how to code can be an incredibly useful skill set. From opening new career avenues to expanding your knowledge base, there are plenty of benefits to coding. But how do you go about learning code? We’ve put together this handy guide detailing exactly what it is, the benefits, and all the different ways you can kickstart your coding adventures. What are we waiting for? Let’s get learning! What is Coding? Coding, or computer programming, is…
Queer Cosy Games To Play This Winter
There’s still a couple of months of winter ahead of us. In this article, we’re breaking down some cosy and Queer-inclusive games to help keep you warm. If Found... A game about going home, coming out, and erasing everything, If Found... is an experience you won’t soon forget. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_Qs6CjGeQc It’s December 31st, 1993, inside the ruins of a crumbling mansion on Achill Island. Our protagonist, Kasio, has just destroyed her diary. It tells the story of her journey home to the west of Ireland, conflict…
How to Calculate Your PC’s Power Requirement
Knowing your PC’s power requirement is a must-have when it comes to configuring your dream gaming PC. If you don’t know exactly how much power your computer needs, you run the risk of purchasing a PSU that isn’t compatible and doesn’t suit the demands of your hardware. Thankfully, we’ve put together this helpful guide detailing how to calculate your PC’s power requirement. Why Do I Need to Calculate My PC’s Power Requirements? Calculating your PC’s power requirements ensures you pick the perfect PSU that is…
CES 2024: A Year of Spicy Tech Ahead
Christmas may come in December for most, but I think we can all agree that a Tech Head’s Christmas is during January. We’re, of course, talking CES 2024. Taking in place Las Vegas from January 9th to 12th, CES gives us a cheeky glimpse at all the spicy tech we can expect to see in the coming year. We will be updating this article throughout the week, focusing on the gaming tech revealed. So, give this article a bookmark and be sure to check it…
Ultimate Guide to Energy Efficient Gaming
Want to cut down on your power consumption and create an energy efficient gaming set up? Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve searched high and low for all the key information that you need on energy efficient gaming and created our very own ultimate guide. We’ll be showcasing why you should make your PC more efficient, the pros and cons, along with everything you need to reduce your energy costs whilst still enjoying outstanding gaming performance. Why Should I Make My PC Energy Efficient? An energy-efficient…