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What Is the Difference: CPI vs DPI?
CPI vs DPI – when shopping for your next mouse upgrade, you’ve most likely heard these two terms. But what does it mean? In this blog post, we’re taking a deep dive into CPI and DPI, highlighting what each one means and exploring if there is a difference between them. What Does CPI Mean? CPI stands for ‘counts per inch’’ and refers to the number of pixels that fit into one inch of the sensor. The higher the CPI, the more sensitive your mouse is…
OCUK Staff Top Fives: Jacob S’s Top 5 Creature Collecting Games
It’s no secret that we here at Overclockers UK are big into our gaming. We live for new game hype and love to replay our old favourites. Over 2024, we’ll be sharing our own top fives across a spicy selection of genres. This month we’re looking at Jacob S’s Top 5 Creature Collecting Games. It should come as no surprise that the man who had a Pokémon-themed wedding has a special place in his heart for creature-collecting games. I’ve been capturing a variety of monsters since the…
OcUK Work From Home Lifestyle Series: Pastel Office
Phillips Evnia 34'' 34M2C8600 Curved Ultrawide MonitorDucky One 3 Gossamer USB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - PinkGlorious Model O Odin USB RGB Gaming Mouse - PinkLian Li O11 Dynamic Snow Mini PC CaseLian Li Galahad II Trinity AiO 240mm RGB CPU CoolerCorsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 RAM Pastel Haven Your gaming and office set-up needs to perfectly meet both your requirements and aesthetic. Blending white hardware with a mix of other light colours and RGB touches is the perfect way to create your very…
Multiplayer Magic: How Gaming Forges Lifelong Friendships
No matter if you enjoy playing the latest AAA title, casual life sims, or even a board game based on a top selling PC game, gaming brings people together. Whilst it’s a great way to wash away the stress of your day-to-day by escaping into a virtual world, gaming is not just about escapism. It builds the foundations to lifelong friendships and offers players a sense of community that they might lack elsewhere in the real-world. In this article, we’re taking a closer look at…
Best Alien Games to Play on Alien Day
Did you know that April 26th marks Alien Day? When written in the American style, today’s date is 4/26. Astute Alien fans might see where I’m going with this. In the Alien franchise, the moon Acheron was identified as LV-426. You know the one. Where the derelict from the first film was found, explored by the crew of the USCSS Nostromo, and where all those Xenomorph eggs were found. All in all, a fitting date to dedicate to the iconic sci-fi saga. To celebrate, and…
The Best PCs to Play Fallout 4
Between the TV show and next-gen updates, the itch to play Fallout 4 is real. As there is really no better time than now to start a new save of this iconic game, we thought we’d take a closer look at Fallout 4. Whether you’re new to the franchise or an Americana veteran, brush up on gameplay, discover the next-gen updates, and check out which PCs we think are best for exploring the wasteland. Fallout 4 Gameplay Fallout 4 is an ambitious open-world, post-apocalyptic RPG.…
Exciting Fortnite 2024 Roadmap Leaks
The recent Fortnite leak might just be the biggest one yet with plenty of teasers for upcoming game content. We’re showcasing all the key highlights and everything you can expect to see in Fortnite over the next year! Yearly Road Map Teasers Chapter 5, Season 3 Hints at an apocalyptic themed update with Metallica and Pirates of the Caribbean skins coming to the game. Chapter 5, Season 4 Fantastic Four, some of the biggest Marvel characters, will be finally making their way into the game. …
What We Thought of TMNT Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants
Cowabunga dudes! The turtles are back to kick some shell, and they’ve broken out of the arcade and into your home! We got the chance to enjoy this throwback title from the comfort of our own couch and are here to tell you all about it. What is TMNT Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants? Originally released in 2017 simply as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, this Raw Thrills developed game was exclusive to arcades. Now it’s been ported into our homes with new levels and fresh…
Fantasy RPG Adventures to Go On this St. George’s Day
This St. George’s Day, grab your trusty sword and shield as you kickstart your next fantasy adventure. We’ve picked out our top RPG games packed with vibrant opens, rich storylines, and deadly foes to conquer. All of which are perfect to play this St. George’s Day. Dragon’s Dogma II Explore the vibrant world of Varmund as you embark on an epic single-player adventure in Dragon’s Dogma II. Play as Arisen, whose appearance you can freely customise to suit your style, and team up with your…
From E-Waste to Eco-Friendly: The Importance of Recycling Electronics on Earth Day
Earth Day is all about celebrating this wonderful planet we call home and highlighting the importance of taking care of it. That’s why, this year we’ve decided to explore the importance of recycling your old electronics. We’re taking a deep dive into the whys and hows to make sure you have all the tools you need to safely recycle your e-waste and protect the Earth. Why Should I Recycle Old Electronics? Recycling your old electronics, or e-waste, is a simple and easy…
Dominate the Arena in Our Top MOBA Games this Weekend
At long last – the weekend is finally here! It’s time to kickback, grab the snacks, and enjoy some action-packed weekend gaming. For this month, we’ve selected our top MOBA games that come packed with plenty of high-stakes action for both single and multiplayer fans. No matter if you want to battle it out solo or with the squad, we’ve got a MOBA game for everyone. Demigod Demigod is a single-player MOBA set in a fantastical land where gods walk among mortals. Desperate to ascend…
Coming To VR – Toy Trains
UPDATE – Toy Trains Infinite Loop Is finally here Our favourite comfy VR game, Toy Trains, gets its first major update - out now! When we first checked out Toy Trains at the start of this year, we immediately fell in love with the game's relaxing gameplay, cute aesthetic, and pure nostalgia. Developer Something Random has already released the awesome Infinite Loop update, meaning there has never been a better time to hop on board. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5aQxXQJY90 Launched April 18th, the Infinite Loop expansion adds 12…