With 2022 right around the corner, the team at Overclockers UK, have complied a list of our top ten favourite games to watch in 2022! All of these titles are scheduled to be released throughout 2022 and we couldn’t be more excited!
God of War – Jan 2022
The long-awaited God of War is arriving on PC in January 2022! In the realm of Norse Gods and monsters, Kratos is now a mentor and protector of his son, Atreus. Forced to deal with his own inner rage along with the dangerous world around them, players must face an all-new rota of Norse creatures, monsters and gods.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64bit | Windows 10 64bit |
| Processor | Intel i5 2500K / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 CPU | Intel i5 6600K / AMD Ryzen 5 2400 CPU |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 960 / AMD R9 290X GPU | NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD RX 570 GPU |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version11 |
| Storage | 70GB available space | 70GB available space |
| Additional Notes | DirectX feature level 11_1 required | DirectX feature level 11_1 required |
Our Top Choice of PC to Play God of War
OcUK Glacier
To take on Kratos’ battles in the Norse realm, you need a mighty gaming PC – enter the Glacier. Packed with incredible processing power, thanks to the Intel Core i7 11700KF CPU, that has been engineered with eight cores and sixteen threads. With this CPU, unlock a blisteringly-fast gaming performance in all the latest AAA titles and content creation! In addition to this, God of War has been optimised with the next-generation GPU technology to offer players a truly immersive experience. With the Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3070 OC Vision GPU, experience 4k cinematic resolutions with Real-Time Ray Tracing and AI DLSS. You will experience the world of Norse gods and monsters with stunning realistic lighting and shadows. What’s more, take advantage of the flexible storage options available, including a 1TB SSD, to store God of War and the rest of your gaming library with ease. All of this is installed within this sleek, white chassis, designed to suit any PC aesthetic with customisable RGB lighting.
The Glacier is available to buy starting from £2,599.99.
| Case | Lian Li PC-O11 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 240mm AIO CPU Cooler – White/Silver |
| Graphics | Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3070 Vision OC 8GB GDDR6 GPU |
| Memory | 16GB 3200MHz DDR4 Dual Channel RGB RAM Kit |
| 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 |
Rainbow Six Extraction – Jan 2022
The long-awaited spin off to Rainbow Six Siege is Rainbow Six Extraction. In this action-packed FPS, you and your squad must work together and face a parasite-like alien, called the Archaeans. Gain intel, strategise and take down these deadly creatures.
The official PC system specifications are yet to be released. However, if you want to find out more, including our recommendations for the top PCs to play – take a look at our dedicated blog post.
Destiny 2: The Witch Queen – Feb 2022
An expansion to Destiny 2, The Witch Queen, will have players explore the Savathun’s Throne World to uncover secrets of how her and the Lucent Hive stole the Light. Players will need to learn how to create new weapons, the Glaive, and fight to survive and uncover the truth within her web of lies.
*It’s important to note – you will need the base game, Destiny 2, in order to play*
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7, 8, and 10 | Windows 7, 8, and 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 3250 / Pentimum G4560 / AMD FX 4350 | Intel i5 2400 / 7400 / AMD Ryzen R5 1600X |
| Memory | 6GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 / 1050 / AMD Radeon HD 7850 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 / 1060 / AMD R9 390 |
| Network | Broadband Internet Connection | Broadband Internet Connection |
| Storage | 105GB available space | 105GB available space |
Our Top Choice of PC to Play Destiny 2: The Witch Queen
OcUK Enigma Essential
Harness the power of the Enigma Essential and take gaming to the next level! Packed with incredible gaming hardware, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU. Engineered with six core and twelve threads, this CPU has all the processing power to handle multitasking effortlessly. You can game, stream, and listen to your favourite songs, simultaneously. What’s more, thanks to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super GPU, achieve a steady 60+FPS, even at high settings in 1080p! Finally, take advantage of the flexible storage options, including a 1TB hard drive, to store Destiny 2: The Witch Queen, and the rest of your gaming library.
The Enigma Essential is available to buy starting from £1,099,99.
| Case | Kolink Citadel Mid Tower wth Glass Side Panel – Black |
| Power Supply | 500W 80 Plus Rated PSU |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 3600 Six Core / Twelve Thread CPU |
| Motherboard | ASUS B450 DDR4 Motherboard |
| Cooler | AMD Wraith Stealth CPU Cooler |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super 8GB GPU |
| Memory | Up to 32GB DDR4 3000MHz Dual Channel RGB RAM Kit |
| Primary SSD | 240GB SSD |
| Storage Hard Drive | Seagate 1TB 7200RPM Hard Drive |
| Audio | 7.1 High-Definition Audio |
| OS | Windows 10 64bit |
Dying Light 2: Stay Human – Feb 2022
We fought the virus once before – now face it’s time to face it again in Dying Light 2: Stay Human. The City, one of the largest human settlements left, is now at a breaking point. Civilisation has returned to the Dark Ages, and it’s your mission to fight for the last bit of hope left in The City.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 | Windows 10 64bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 9100 / AMD Ryzen 3 2300X | Intel Core i5 8600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForceGTX 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 560 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD RX Vega 56 |
| Storage | 60GB available space | 60GB available space |
Elden Ring – Feb 2022
Experience an all-new fantasy action RPG, in the Elden Ring! Explore this vast open world, that features dungeons, misty mountains and forests. The more you explore, the more you will uncover the overwhelming threat that you will face in the Lands Between.
The official PC system specifications are yet to be released.
Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl – April 2022
After the second explosion in 2006, the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone has evolved into something out of this world. Mutants, anomalies and a war between differing factions have made the Exclusion Zone a terrifying place. Desperate to survive and uncover artifacts of value, the S.T.A.L.K.E.R.S, enter the Exclusion Zone at their own risk. Fight to make a fortune and uncover the truth at the heart of Chernobyl in Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64bit | Windows 10 64bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 7600K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X | Intel Core i7 9700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT |
| Storage | 150GB available space | 150GB available space |
Our Top Choice of PC to Play Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl
OcUK Firefly Enthuasist
As the name suggests, the Firefly Enthusiast is the ideal choice for gaming enthusiasts looking for an upgrade! Packed with the latest gaming hardware, including the Intel Core i7 11700KF CPU. Built with a combination of eight cores and sixteen threads, this CPU is primed for lightning-fast multitasking and gaming. Unlock next-generation graphical prowess with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 GPU. Experience the terrifying Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, in stunning 4k cinematic resolutions, with realistic lighting and shadows. In addition, take advantage of the 500GB M.2 SSD and 1TB Hard Drive, to store all your gaming library, music, videos and so much more!
The Firefly Enthusiast is available to buy starting from £1,849.99.
| Case | Phanteks P400 Air Digital RGB Tower with Glass Side Panel – Black |
| Power Supply | 700W 80 Plus Bronze Rated PSU |
| CPU | Intel Core i7 11700KF Eight Core, Sixteen Thread CPU |
| Motherboard | B560 DDR4 Motherboard |
| Cooler | 240mm AIO Liquid Cooler |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 8GB GPU |
| Memory | Up to 32GB 2666MHz DDR4 Dual Channel RAM Kit |
| Primary SSD | 500GB M.2 SSD |
| Storage Hard Drive | Seagate 1TB 7200RPM Hard Drive |
| Audio | 7.1 High-Definition Audio |
| OS | Windows 10 64bit |
Saints Row – August 2022
In a world rife with crime, Santo Ileso, a group of friends embark on their own criminal expansions in their hope to become Self Made. Form The Saints and build your empire on the streets of Saint Ileso as you battle for control over the city.
The official PC system specifications for Saints Row are yet to be released.
Starfield – Nov 2022
From the award-winning team who brought you Fallout 4 and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, comes Starfield. Set in the stars, Starfield, is a next-generation RPG in which players are tasked with the mission of answering humanity’s greatest mystery.
The official PC system specifications for Starfield are yet to be announced by Bethesda Game Studio.
Nightingale – TBC 2022
A shared world survival crafting game, Nightingale, is set in a Victorian fantasy world. Players must explore different portals and venture through forests, swamps and deserts and face nail-biting creatures of the Fae. Construct what you need to live off the land and craft your tools, gear and weapons in order to survive.
The official PC system specification for Nightingale is yet to be released.
Stray – TBC 2022
Arguably my favourite game on this list is, Stray. A third-person cybercity adventure in which players take control over a cat! Explore high and low surroundings, face threats and solve the mystery behind the droids and dangerous creatures that inhabit the cybercity. Befriend B12 and work together to find your way out of this long-forgotten city.
The official PC system specifications for Stray have not yet been released.
Share Your Thoughts!
We’d love to hear your thoughts on the upcoming games releasing in 2022? Did we include the one you are most excited about? Let us know in the comments down below!
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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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