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Our Favourite Pirate-Themed Games to Explore the High Seas!

There once were some games that were set at sea,  And the names of those games on this list you’ll read.  Why is this intro a shanty, you say?  Well tell us a better way! (huh!)   Soon the first entry shall come,  And we’ll cover each title one by one.  Then when our highlights are done,  We’ve got some hardware to shoooooow.  Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag  We’ll leave any further shanties to this swashbuckling tale. As the pirate-cum-assassin Edward Kenway, you’ll get to captain your…

Head Back to School with The Sims 4: High School Years Expansion Pack 

This expansion pack for The Sims 4 has us heading back to school in the best way possible. The High School Years pack lets you take your teenage Sims on campus to experience all the highs and lows of these tumultuous times.   From their first day of school all the way to graduation, there’s a lot you can do and experience. Here’s everything you need to know before picking up The Sims 4: High School Years and sending your teens to class!  Live Your Best…

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon – A Raven’s Return

Ravens rejoice, From Software has returned to its roots, with the long-awaited addition to the fast-paced mech shooter series, Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon.  A Raven has Returned to its Roost Fans of From Software’s giant robot action shooter have had a long wait since they last had chance to step into the cockpit of an AC. The series originally debuted back in 1997 on the PlayStation 1 and went on to have multiple entries up until 2013’s Armored Core: Verdict Day, after which…

Best PCs to Play Atlas Fallen

Atlas Fallen is a brand-new RPG that hit our gaming libraries back on August 10th. In this incredible action-adventure game, rise from the dust and work your way to becoming the ultimate champion. Wield powerful sand-infused weaponry and your unique divine abilities, to release humanity from the grips of a corruptive god. Sounds like a fun Saturday night to us!   To ensure you’ve got everything that you need in your arsenal to take down hordes of mythical beasts, we’ve put together this complete Atlas Fallen…

SSD Required? Why Starfield Needs One.

Starfield is Bethesda’s epic space exploration RPG that comes packed with plenty of incredible interstellar gameplay and realistic visuals. If you’re looking to take to the stars in Starfield, you’ll first up need to make sure your PC is up to the task of running your adventures across the galaxy.   The official PC specification isn’t that outrageous for an AAA title. However, one of the key recommendations is an SSD. Whilst it may not be a requirement, an SSD boasts huge advantages for gamers, especially…

It’s Time for a Summer Playcation!

Here at Overclockers UK, we’re big supporters of taking a playcation. There are no long car rides or plane journeys, uncomfortable weather, and most importantly no family gathering to attend! Instead, you can spend your holiday venturing through a vibrant gaming world, saving humanity from a deadly threat, living your dream farm life, or exploring the deep sea.   To further inspire you into taking a playcation this year, we’ve put together this list of our top games that are jam-packed with colourful summer vibes.   Coral…

How to Import Photos from Your iPhone to Your PC

Tired of your iPhone getting cluttered with your photos and videos? Or perhaps you want to store your favourite memories somewhere safe? Knowing how to import photos from your iPhone to your PC is a useful trick.   Thankfully, if you don’t know where to start, we’ve put together this helpful guide listing a few simple ways you can import photos from your iPhone to your PC.   iCloud Photos The iCloud is a built-in cloud service available on all Apple products which allows you to store…

August Indie Showcase – Two Point Hospital 

Welcome to our monthly Indie Showcase, where we pick one of the many gems produced by independent game developers and make sure it gets some deserved time in the sun. For August, we’re going to be looking at...Two Point Hospital!  What is Two Point Hospital?  Do you remember a little PC game called Theme Hospital? If so, then you’re all caught up! If not, well done on being young. Two Point Hospital is the spiritual successor to that millennial classic, tasking you with steadily building…

PC Modding with OcUK: Add-Ons

The next instalment of our ‘PC Modding with OcUK’ series is here! Today we’ll be showcasing all the different modding add-ons you can opt to include within your gaming PC.  Add-Ons: Our range of PC modding add-ons allows you to enhance your gaming computer’s performance and style. From fan guards or controllers, dust filters, and even remote controls to power your PC, we stock a wide range of add-ons. In fact, it’s time to explore them all in this dedicated PC Modding article.  To install…

8Pack Day 2023: Hench Updates Across the 8Pack Range!

8/8 is 8Pack Day 2023 here at Overclockers UK! Today is the day where we celebrate everything about extreme overclocker, Ian ‘8Pack’ Parry.   To mark this year’s celebration, we’ve decided to showcase some incredible news about the cutting-edge updates to 8Pack’s powerful gaming PCs. Each of these titan-class powerhouse systems has been upgraded to include the latest high-performance hardware, complete with stunning aesthetics.  Touch Up on Your 8Pack History: In celebration of 8Pack Day, why not take a look down memory lane and check out last year’s festivities? In…

Lifestyle Inspiration: Colour Co-ordinate Your Gaming Set-up

Lifestyle Inspiration: Colour Co-ordinate Your Gaming Set-up

Here at Overclockers UK, we love colour co-ordinated gaming set-ups. There is nothing better than gazing upon a desk that perfectly matches your desired aesthetic. Whether this is a natural black/green look, stylish pink and white, or all out cyberpunk neon.   Whatever your dream aesthetic or colour scheme is, we’ve put together this guide, detailing how you can colour co-ordinate your gaming set-up. We’ve selected a few of our favourite themes and our top products to match.   Nature A natural black and green aesthetic is…

Remnant II

Best PCs to Play Remnant II

Remnant II, sequel to the successful action-survival shooter, hit our gaming libraries on July 25. In this fast-paced souls-like adventure, humanity is pushed to the brink of extinction. Pitted against hordes of deadly creatures and god-like bosses, you must venture across terrifying worlds and save humanity from a catastrophic threat.   To ensure you’ve got everything you need to survive in Remnant II, we’ve compiled everything you need to know and our top five PCs that are perfect for playing this gripping adventure.   Remnant II Gameplay:…