Ten Essential Apps for Gamers

Have you just bought a shiny new PC and don’t know which essential apps you should download for gaming? If so, this is the blog post for you!   We’ve searched high and low to put together this round-up of the ten essential apps for gamers. We think there’s a must-have program here for everyone, whether you're looking to overclock, chat with friends, or even stream your latest gaming obsession.   NVIDIA GeForce Experience  NVIDIA GeForce Experience is an all-in-one app that grants you full access to…

Wholesome Gameplay with Melobot – A Last Song

Wholesome Gameplay with Melobot – A Last Song 

Earlier in 2024, we got the chance to play the demo of an upcoming cosy game. Well, Melobot – A Last Song is finally here as a fully-fledged game!  Melobot – A Last Song is a musical nature game that asks the question, “What if Wall-E had a trumpet?” We’ve had the chance to play the original demo and beyond, and now we want to share this whimsical adventure with you.   What Spec Did We Play On? We played A Last Song on an Acer…

Is It Dead: Optical Drives?!

Forget about bulky optical drives taking up space on your front panel. We want shiny RGB and high-quality mesh panels. Those enhance our aesthetic. However, this sparks the question of whether optical drives are still useful today.  In this blog post, we’re taking a deep dive into optical drives, showcasing what they are, why you want one, and if they are still useful in 2024.   What is an Optical Drive?   An optical disk drive or ODD allows you to utilise CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs…

God of War Ragnarök on PC? YAS!

God of War Ragnarök on PC? YAS! 

Rejoice! For God of War Ragnarök is available to play on PC from September 19th 2024!  Previously a PlayStation exclusive, we can finally get God of War Ragnarök onto our high-performance gaming PCs, complete with features to enhance the experience. So, get ready to continue the adventure with Kratos and Atreus, as we check out the gameplay, PC port features, official specifications, and, of course, the best PCs to play.  God of War Ragnarök Gameplay Following on from the 2018 God of War hit, Fimbulwinter…

Caravan SandWitch: Delightful Sci-Fi Narrative-Driven Exploration

Caravan SandWitch: Delightful Sci-Fi Narrative-Driven Exploration 

Caravan SandWitch is a sci-fi exploration adventure, just waiting to be had.  With a vibrant art style and stunning soundtrack, Caravan SandWitch provides a beautiful world and narrative to explore and uncover. We were lucky enough to get a review key for this narrative-driven game and experience the Provence-like world for ourselves. Settle in, we have a gameplay breakdown, our thoughts, and, of course, some great PC recs.  What Did We Play On? Caravan SandWitch was played on a gaming laptop with an Intel Core…

Coming To VR – Alien: Rogue Incursion 

Brace yourselves, Alien fans—Alien: Rogue Incursion is bringing the spine-chilling terror of the Xenomorph universe to VR. Rogue Incursion is the franchise's first foray into VR and is set to plunge players deep into the heart of the Alien series.  Step into the boots of Zula Hendricks, a hardened ex-Colonial Marine on a mission to save her former squad mate, Benjamin Carver, and uncover the nightmarish secrets lurking beneath the uncharted planet, Purdan. Sounds scary, right? We all know I cannot handle even the slightest…

Funko Pop on Our PCs?! Everything You Need to Know About Funko Fusion

Your next gaming obsession is here! Funko Fusion released on PCs as of September 13th 2024, combining all our favourite iconic characters into one action-packed video game.   We’ve rounded up everything you need to know about Funko Fusion, from gameplay details and official PC specs to our top PCs and laptops to play. Keep on reading for more!  The Gameplay  Funko Fusion is a third-person action game that lets you play as beloved characters from TV, film, games, comics, and more! Set across handcrafted worlds inspired…

AMD Radeon Uncovered: AMD Smart Access Memory

We’re back with another informative blog series, designed to dive deeper into our PC hardware. This time we’re shining the light on AMD, showcasing all the incredible technologies that come integrated with their powerful Radeon graphics cards.   In this instalment of ‘AMD Radeon Uncovered’, we’re taking a closer look at AMD Smart Access Memory and how this feature can help boost your in-game performance.   What is AMD Smart Access Memory?  AMD Smart Access Memory, or SAM, expands on an older generation of technology called the…

Video Game Day: The Best and Worst of Video Game Film and TV

Forget Christmas, the best time of the year is here – it's Video Game Day! To kick off the celebrations at Overclockers UK, we asked around the office for everyone’s best and worst video game films and TV shows.   Keep on reading to see which one was a fave and which we wish to forget.   Check Out Last Year’s Celebrations   Did you miss last year’s Video Game Day celebrations? We look at deep dive into some of our favourite unhinged games from Squirrel with a…

Your Guide to MOZA Racing Compatibility

Are you looking to create the ultimate racing sim set-up? Or is your existing one looking tired and in need of an upgrade? MOZA Racing is the premium choice amongst gamers seeking to harness the very best to climb their way up the leaderboards.   In this extensive guide, we’re showcasing everything MOZA, from why their line-up is good for gaming, to highlighting the key essentials of a racing sim set-up, and even sharing our top MOZA Racing recommendations. We’ll also be detailing the compatibility between…

The Imperium Needs You - Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 

The Imperium Needs You – Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 

Defend the Imperium with superhuman skill in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2.  We’re back with more Warhammer 40K fun with this latest Space Marine game. With iconic armour to don and devastating weaponry to wield, we are heckin’ excited to sink our teeth into this campaign. As such, we’ve got a breakdown of gameplay, the official specifications, and some spicy PC recs for you today.  Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Gameplay You play as a Space Marine, tasked with defending the Imperium from relentless Tyranid…

How to Transfer Data from Your Old to New Gaming PC

Your new shiny PC has just arrived and now it’s time to get it plugged in and set up. But wait... what to do with all your old files?   Thankfully, you don’t have to undergo a painful goodbye with your favourite pictures, videos, and precious memories. In fact, it’s super easy to transfer data across to your new gaming PC, and we’re here to show you step-by-step how to do this!   Why You Should Transfer Your Data  Transferring all your old data across may sound incredibly…