Top Ten Games of 2021!

As the end of 2021 approaches us, here at Overclockers UK, we’ve decided to take a look back at all the incredible games that were released this year. 

We’ve compiled the team’s top choices for games, ranging from fast-paced FPS, trust-breaking co-ops and comforting adventures – there is something here every gamer will love! Perfect for helping you decide what to play this festive season as we say goodbye to 2021!  

It Takes Two

It would be impossible to highlight the incredible games that made 2021, without mentioning the Game of the Year! Developed by Hazelight Studios, It Takes Two, is a ground-breaking adventure co-op that is available on a multitude of platforms, including PC and PS5. Take control of the feuding couple, Cody and May, and figure out how to escape the world you’ve found yourself trapped in. Battle trust-breaking, argument-inducing puzzles and challenges along with this couple’s marriage…  

Hitman 3

Available to play on PC, PS5, PS4, XBOX One and X/S and Nintendo Switch, Hitman 3 is the eighth installment of the infamous Hitman series. This single-player stealth game follows genetically-engineered Agent 47 and his allies on the hunt for the leaders of Providence (the Partners). Players will travel across locations to carry out several contracted assassinations, similar to the previous games in the series.  

What’s more, Hitman 3 is continuing to be updated – with VR compatibility coming to PC in spring 2022! 

Our Top Choice of PC to Play Hitman 3

OcUK Glacier

Take your gaming experience to the next level with the Glacier gaming PC! With an incredible Intel core i7 11700KF CPU at its core, you will have all the required processing power and more for Hitman 3! Perfect for those looking to multitask effortlessly. You will be able to enjoy blisteringly fast gameplay, whilst you watch the latest stream from your favourite content creator and type commands to your teammates. What’s more, with a hefty Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3070 GPU, the Glacier PC, is packed with incredible graphical prowess. Unlock next-generation technology, including Real-Time Ray Tracing and DLSS AI, to experience Hitman 3 and all your favourite games, in stunning cinematic quality. Finally, take advantage of flexible storage options, including a 1TB SSD, to store all your favourite games, music, films and so much more!  

The Glacier Gaming PC is available to buy starting from £2,599,99. 

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Case	Lian Li PC-OC11 Tempered Glass Gaming Case – White
Power Supply	750W 80 Plus Gold Rated PSU with White Cables
CPU	Intel Core i7 11700KF Eight Core / Sixteen Thread CPU
Motherboard	Gigabyte Z590 Vision G Motherboard
Cooler	Lian Li Galahad AIO – White/Silver
Memory	16GB DDR4 32000MHz Dual Channel RAM Kit
Graphics	Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3070 Vision OC 8GB GDDR6 GPU
Primary SSD	Samsung 970 EVO 500GB M.2 SSD
Secondary SSD	Optional
Storage Hard Drive	1TB SSD
Audio	7.1 High-Definition Audio
OS	Windows 10 64bit

Far Cry 6

Developed by Ubisoft, Far Cry 6 is the sixth installment of the infamous Far Cry series of action-adventure FPS games. Set on the fictional isle of Yara, players will take control of guerrilla fighter Dani Rojas, in the fight against dictator Anton Castillo and his son, Diego. Engage in close-combat warfare across jungles, beaches, deserts and much more to restore glory to Yara.  

noblechairs Far Cry 6 Edition

Fight back against the dictatorship in your very own Far Cry 6 Edition noblechairs. Tailored for you to battle it out in supreme comfort, thanks to the PU leather upholstery and full lumbar support, with full adjustability. Configure the noblechairs Far Cry 6 chair to suit your individual preferences so you can enjoy extended gaming sessions and work days in style. What’s more, with cold foam padding, you will stay cool and comfortable, even whilst you battle it out in the Caribbean jungle. With a stunning Far Cry 6 inspired design and yellow embroidery, you will be memorised by the stitch-work that features a ‘D. Rojas’ and ‘6’ on the back and a fierce gorilla face on the front.  

The noblechairs Far Cry 6 edition is available to buy for £389.99. 

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• Ubisoft Licensed Far Cry 6 Gaming Chair
• Stunning Yellow Embroidery
• PU Leather with Cold Foam Padding
• Stainless Steel Frame

Halo Infinite

Master Chief is back in the long-awaited Halo Infinite! Return to Zeta Halo and engage in battle against the Banished forces heading for Earth and War Chief Escharum. Navigate through various missions across Zeta Halo to take down your enemies once and for all.  

If you want to know more about Halo Infinite and our recommendations for the top 5 gaming laptops to play it on – check out our dedicated article!

Resident Evil Village

Experience survival horror like you never have before in the infamous Resident Evil Village. The eighth installment in the iconic Resident Evil series, this game continues on from the previous Resident Evil 7 Biohazard. The storyline begins with Ethan Winters and his wife living in a new location, free from their previous nightmares – or so they think … Players will assume the role of Ethan Winters and experience the nail-biting close-up pursuit, that features familiar faces and all-new horrors.  

Our Top Choice of PC to Play Resident Evil Village

OcUK Vulture

Take advantage of the incredible AMD Ryzen 7 5800X CPU to discover blisteringly-fast speeds with up to 4.7GHz boost speed! Plus, with the ASUS 6800 XT TUF GPU, you will be on the edge of your seat thanks to the stunning visuals of Resident Evil Village and all your other favourite survival horror games. In addition to this, the Vulture comes equipped with both a 250GB and 512GB SSD, meaning you will have ample storage space for the rest of your gaming library. All of this is installed within a sleek, black chassis that had additional RGB lighting for a dramatic flair. This RGB can be customised to suit your PC aesthetic or even switched off, for that extra spooky feel when playing Resident Evil Village.  

The OcUK Vulture gaming PC is available to buy starting from £2,499,95. 

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Case	Phanteks P500 Air DRGB Gaming Case – Black
Power Supply	850W 80 Plus Bronze Rated PSU
CPU	AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Eight Core Processor
Motherboard	MSI B550 Tomahawk ATX Motherboard
Cooler	280mm Phanteks AIO Cooler
Memory	16GB DDR4 3600MHz Dual Channel RAM Kit
Graphics	ASUS 6900 XT TUF 16GB GPU
Primary SSD	250GB NVMe M.2 SSD
Secondary Hard Drive	512GB 2.5 SATA SSD
Audio	7.1 High-Definition Audio
OS	Windows 10 64bit

Forza Horizon 5

The ultimate adventure awaits you in Forza Horizon 5! Drive across stunning and evolving Mexican landscapes in hundreds of the world’s greatest cars, including mind-blowing supercars. Journey across deserts, jungles, cities in all your favourite cars!  

Our Top Choice of PC to Play Forza Horizon 5

OcUK Galium

Harness the power of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X CPU to unlock all the required processing power for Forza Horizon 5 and all your other favourite driving simulation games. As you drive across Mexico, you will find yourself immersed in the stunning visuals, thanks to the Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3080 GPU. Unlock the bleeding-edge of technology, with Real-Time Ray Tracing and AI DLSS, for a truly optimised gaming experience. What’s more, with a range of flexible storage options available for you to choose from, take advantage of the ample storage space for Forza Horizon 5 and the rest of your gaming library. Finally, with 7.1 high-definition audio, lose yourself in the sounds of your favourite supercars as you drive across Mexico. 

 The OcUK Galium is available to buy starting from £2,499,95. 

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Case	Phanteks P360 Air D-RGB Mid Tower Case – Black
Power Supply	750W 80 Plus Gold Rated PSU
CPU	AMD Ryzen 5 5600X Six Core Processor
Motherboard	Gigabyte B550 Aorus Elite Motherboard
Cooler	OcUK Tech Labs 240mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler with Phanteks D-RGB Fans
Memory	16GB DDR4 3600MHz Dual Channel RAM Kit
Graphics	Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3080 Gaming OC 10GB GDDR6X GPU
Primary SSD	500GB M.2 Gen 4 NVMe SSD
Secondary SSD	Optional
Network	2.5Gb LAN
Audio	7.1 High-Definition Audio
OS	Windows 10 64bit

Life is Strange: True Colours

Square Enix, is back with the fifth installment of Life is Strange: True Colours. A graphic, episodic adventure where players play from a third-person perspective. Take control of Alex Chen, in the fictional town of Haven Springs. Born with the supernatural ability to absorb and manipulate the strong emotions of those around her – Alex must embrace her power after her brother’s tragic death. Explore Haven Springs, to uncover the town’s dark secrets and what really happened to Alex’s brother…  

Eastward

From Shanghai-based Indie developers, Pixpil comes Eastward. In this RPG adventure, explore a society in the near future that is on the brink of collapse. With the human population at an all-time low, a deadly toxic has spread, destroying everything and taking lives. Those who could escape are now underground hoping to start a new life. Players join the unlikely duo, a miner and a young girl, on their journey to the land above!

Cozy Grove

Animal Crossing meets a supernatural, haunted island – Cozy Grove is all about camping on a haunted, ever-evolving island. As a Spirit Scout, players will explore the forest every day, uncovering new secrets, new ghosts and items. Cozy Grove is synced to real world time and provides players with 30-60 minutes of new quest content each day! Plus, with a hefty 40+ hour campaign mode along with side quests, you will have plenty of gameplay to keep you company this festive season!  

Inscryption

From the team that brought us Hex and Pony Island, comes Inscryption! A card-based game that blends deckbuilding, escape-room puzzles and psychological horror into one nail-biting package. Embark on an unexpected journey where you gather your deck of woodland creatures to uncover the secrets of Leshy’s cabin. 

Our Top Choice of PC to Play Inscryption

OcUK Spectra

Enjoy Inscryption and all your other card-based games, with the lightning-fast Intel core i5 10400F CPU. With all the required processing power and more, you can enjoy multitasking effortlessly, meaning you can game, stream and watch your favourite videos – all at the same time. In addition to this, with a powerful NVIDIA 1660 Super GPU, you can unlock the required graphical prowess for Inscryption and many more of your favourite psychological horror games. Thanks to the flexible storage options available, you have ample space for your gaming library, music, photos, creative projects and so much more! All of which is installed inside a sleek, black mid tower, with stylish RGB lighting that can be customised to suit your desired aesthetic.  

The OcUK Spectra gaming PC is available to buy starting from £999.95. 

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Case	Kolink Horizon RGB Mid Tower – Black
Power Supply	600W 80 Plus Bronze Rated PSU
CPU	Intel Core i5 10400F Six Core Processor
Motherboard	H510 DDR4 Motherboard
Cooler	Intel Approved CPU Cooler
Memory	Up to 32GB DDR4 2666MHz Dual Channel RAM Kit
Graphics	NVIDIA 1660 Super 6GB GPU
Primary SSD	Optional
Secondary SSD	Optional
Storage Hard Drive	Seagate 1TB 7200RPM Hard Drive
Audio	7.1 High-Definition Audio
OS	Windows 10 64bit

Your Favourite Game of 2021

We’d love to hear your thoughts. Did we mention your favourite game of 2021? Or perhaps your favourite missed our list? Let us know in the comments down below!