Another month, another great line up of incredible new game releases.
We’ve picked out our top five new games that are heading to our gaming libraries in May!
Redfall – May 2nd
The once idyllic island town of Redfall is under siege by a legion of deadly vampires. Cut off from the sun and the rest of the world, you must venture through this vast open world, gather an arsenal of specialised weaponry and resources, whilst uncovering the mystery behind the vampire’s sudden appearance.
Official PC System Specification:
| Minimum | Recommended: | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel i5 8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | Intel i7 9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 2700X |
| Memory | 16GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 1070 or AMD RX 580 | NVIDIA RTX 2080 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 |
| Network | Broadband Internet Connection required | Broadband Internet Connection required |
| Storage | 100GB available space | 100GB available space |
Top PC to Play Redfall:
OcUK Gaming Radiance Crossbow Configurable PC:
Armed with the OcUK Gaming Radiance Crossbow, you’ll have everything you need in your arsenal to take down the villainous vampires in Redfall. Powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU, unlock ultra-fast performance in single- and multi-threaded tasks, which is further boosted thanks to the 16GB of DDR4 RAM. What’s more, utilise the NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU, with built-in support for Real-Time Ray Tracing and AI DLSS, for photo-realistic visuals and immersive gameplay.
The OcUK Gaming Radiance Crossbow is a configurable system. This means you can adjust the base hardware specification to suit your individual preferences, favourite games, and gameplay style. This includes customising the PC case, upgrading the CPU, memory, and graphics, along with opting for additional storage drives.
OcUK Gaming Radiance Crossbow
- Configurable gaming PC
- As standard includes an AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU
- Up to 32GB DDR4 RAM
- Flexible storage options available
TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 – May 11th
In TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3, embark on a series of incredible races onboard your favourite superbikes. Packed with official TT content, including teams, racers, and bikes, race your way to become the crowned champion of the Isle of Man TT.
Official PC System Specification:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel i3 4130T or AMD FX 6300 | Intel i5 6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 or AMD Radeon HD 5970 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or AMD R9 290X |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 14GB available space | 14GB available space |
Top PC to Play TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3:
OcUK Gaming Radiance Frosty MK2 Configurable PC:
Enjoy superior racing performance in TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge with the OcUK Gaming Radiance Frosty MK2. Built utilising an Intel i5 11400F CPU and up to 32GB of DDR4 RAM, unlock ultra-fast speeds of up to 4.4GHz with near-zero latency. Plus, take advantage of the NVIDIA RTX 3060, with enhanced Ray Tracing and AI DLSS capabilities, for realistic visuals and buttery-smooth frame rates. All of this incredible hardware is installed within a Lian Li Lancool 205M Mesh Micro-ATX case, complete with a crisp all-white aesthetic.
Since this PC is configurable, you can opt to make adjustments such as customising the case or braided cables, upgrading the memory and storage drives, along with bundling it with a high-quality monitor!
OcUK Gaming Radiance Frosty MK2
- Configurable gaming PC
- As standard includes an Intel i5 11400F CPU and NVIDIA RTX 3060
- Up to 32GB DDR4 RAM
- All-white aesthetic
LEGO 2K Drive – May 19th
In LEGO 2K Drive, venture to Bricklandia, a huge LEGO open world driving adventure! Get behind the wheel of your transforming vehicle and enjoy ultra-fast race on vast city streets all the way to the deserts of Big Butte County. Choose to play against friends or the in-depth ‘Story’ mode as you race your way up the ranks, in order to take on the infamous Shadow Z.
Official PC System Specification: TBC
The official PC system specification for LEGO 2K Drive is yet to be announced. Therefore, we’ve selected one of our top gaming PCs, that comes fully equipped with all the gaming hardware you need to enjoy playing the latest new game releases.
Top PC to Play LEGO 2K Drive:
OcUK Gaming Tanto Configurable PC:
Small, yet mighty, the OcUK Gaming Tanto features everything you need to enjoy powerful gaming performance in all your favourite games. This includes an Intel 12th gen CPU and NVIDIA RTX 3060 GPU. Unlock seamless multitasking thanks to the hybrid core architecture and intelligent workload management. Plus, with support for both enhanced Ray Tracing and AI capabilities, render your games in stunning photo-realistic quality with silky-smooth frame rates.
What’s more, since the OcUK Gaming Tanto is a configurable PC, you can adjust the base hardware specification to perfectly suit your needs. This includes opting for more storage drives and a Wi-Fi adapter card.
OcUK Gaming Tanto
- Configurable gaming PC
- As standard includes an Intel i3 12100F CPU and NVIDIA RTX 3060
- 16GB DDR4 RAM
- Flexible storage options available
Lord of the Rings: Gollum – May 25th
Lord of the Rings: Gollum is the long-awaited action-adventure based on The Lord of the Rings series. Play as the creature Gollum and undergo a perilous journey all to find what has been stolen from him. The Precious.
As you venture from the depths of Mordor to Thranduil’s dungeons, Lord of the Rings: Gollum will take you to every corner of Middle Earth on the hunt for the sneaky little hobbitses who stole it from you.
Official PC System Specification:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10-11 | Windows 10-11 |
| Processor | Intel i7 4700 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | Intel i3 6100 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 |
| Memory | 16GB RAM | 32GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 | NVIDIA RTX 4070 or AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 45GB available space | 45GB available space |
Top PC to Play Lord of the Rings: Gollum:
Refract Gaming Azure Pre-built PC:
A part of our dedicated Refract Gaming series, the Azure pre-built system has been fine-tuned for mid- to high-level gaming and streaming. Utilise the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU, with its hybrid P- and E- core architecture, for ultra-fast processing and multitasking, which is enhanced by the built-in Intel Thread Director. What’s more, with an NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti OC GPU, enjoy realistic lighting and shadows, thanks to support for Real-Time Ray Tracing and AI DLSS.
In addition to all of this, every PC in the Refract Gaming range comes equipped with a three-year warranty, which also covers parts and labour. Whilst this may not protect you from the Nazguls, it will certainly safeguard your PC from any unexpected hardware failures.
Refract Gaming Azure
- Pre-built gaming PC
- Designed for mid- to high-level gaming and streaming
- Includes an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti OC GPU
- 32GB DDR5 RAM
System Shock Remake – May 30th
The original System Shock from 1994 is back with a well deserving upgrade. Chaotic AI, SHODAN has taken full control over the Citadel Station after turning the crew into cyborgs and mutants. Now planning to do the same to Earth, it’s up to you to stop it.
Now updated for 2023, the game has been redefined with updated HD visuals, controls, interface, and all-new sounds and music. Whilst still upholding the classic original gameplay and voice actor of SHODAN!
Official PC System Specification
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7-11 | Windows 7-11 |
| Processor | Intel i5 2400 or AMD FX 8320 | Intel i7 3770 or AMD FX 8350 |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 670 or AMD Radeon HD 7870 | NVIDIA GTX 970 or AMD Radeon R9 290 |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 2GB available space | 2GB available space |
Top PC to Play System Shock:
OcUK Gaming Enigma Enthusiast Configurable PC:
Enjoy playing System Shock and many more of your classic game remakes with the OcUK Gaming Enigma Enthusiast PC. Harness the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X CPU for ultra-fast processing speeds, that are perfect for both gaming and streaming alike. Plus, with up to 32GB of DDR4 RAM, wave goodbye to pesky slow loading times and input lag, for an optimised gaming experience. What’s more, all your favourite games will be rendered in stunning photo-realistic quality with smooth frame rates, thanks to the NVIDIA RTX 3070 Ti GPU.
Lastly, with a 500GB SSD and extra drive options, you will have all the storage space you need for your gaming library, creative projects, and more.
OcUK Gaming Enigma Enthusiast
- Configurable gaming PC
- Includes an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X CPU and NVIDIA RTX 3070 Ti CPU
- Up to 32GB of DDR4 RAM
- Flexible storage options available
Did We Include Your Favourite?
Did we include the game you’re most looking to play this month? Or did it just miss our list? Whatever the case, be sure to let us know.
PC specs are subject to change.
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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