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Top Five Dragon Games to Celebrate the Year of the Dragon
Did you know 2024 is the year of the dragon? This Lunar New Year is all about our fire-breathing friends and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate other than showcasing a few of our favourite dragon games. Plus, to ensure your Chinese New Year plans go off with a bang, we’ve paired these games with a selection of our top gaming PCs. Spyro Reignited Trilogy Everyone’s favourite purple dragon (not the dinosaur, that’s Barney) is back in the Spyro Reignited Trilogy. Included…
How to Connect a Wireless Mouse
Do you have a wireless mouse but don’t know how to connect it to your PC or laptop? Then this is the blog post for you! We’ve created this complete guide about wireless mice, covering all the benefits and drawbacks, connectivity methods, and how you go about connecting your mice to your PC. Why Should I Use a Wireless Mouse? Wireless mice boast so many advantages for gamers, streamers, and professionals. You can achieve the same level of performance as a traditional wired mouse, but…
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…
How Often Should You Replace Your Liquid Coolant
In a water-cooled PC, you’ll have a consistent flow of liquid running through it. This coolant is essential for keeping temperatures down, whilst also helping to make your PC look incredible. These thermal solutions may look amazing, but they do require regular maintenance. That’s where Overclockers UK comes in! We’ve put together everything you need to know about maintaining your water-cooled PC, including how often you should replace your liquid coolant. Why Is It Important to Maintain Your Water-Cooling? Water-cooling looks beautiful and ensures all…
Coming To VR: Border Bots
After a several-month delay, Border Bots is finally launching on Steam PlayStation VR2 and Meta Quest headsets! In this article, we’ve got all the deets and a sneak peek at gameplay before tomorrow's launch. Initially pegged for a September 2023 release, VR puzzle simulation Border Bots will finally launch on` February 8th. Set in a future version of Earth, Border Bots is a VR puzzle simulation game where AI has taken control. As a human border agent, you’ll need to operate the booth at an…
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…
Top Five New Games Releasing this February
Another month is here and that can mean only one thing! It’s time for our roundup of the top five new game releases that are hitting our gaming libraries this month. Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League – February 2nd In Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, join the fresh recruits of the iconic Suicide Squad as they set out on a near-impossible task to kill the Justice League. Each member of the squad will bring their unique mechanics and combat style to help them…
February Indie Showcase: The Last Flame
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 February, we are taking a closer look at the auto battler… The Last Flame! What is The Last Flame? The Last Flame is a roguelike, tactical RPG with auto battler mechanics, from Hotloop and Surefire.Games. Launched into early access, this game is a treasure trove of challenges and unlockable items. With…
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,…
AMD Ryzen 8000G and 5000 Series Desktop CPUs are Here!
Have we got a treat for you! Launching today is AMD’s brand-new line up of Ryzen 8000G and 5000 Series desktop processors. Designed to streamline your performance, enhance your PC’s efficiency, and be friendly to your wallet, these processors are the ultimate upgrade for gamers. With models boasting both cutting-edge Zen 4 and powerful Zen 3 architecture, there is certainly a CPU here with your name on it. Have we got your attention? Keep on reading for more details on the AMD Ryzen 8000G and 5000…