{"id":61439,"date":"2026-01-12T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/?p=61439"},"modified":"2026-01-12T10:09:36","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T10:09:36","slug":"common-issues-holding-back-your-gaming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/common-issues-holding-back-your-gaming\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Issues Holding Back Your Gaming\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seasoned gamers know that&nbsp;their favourite hobby&nbsp;isn\u2019t&nbsp;<em>always<\/em>&nbsp;easy.&nbsp;From&nbsp;skill&nbsp;barriers&nbsp;to&nbsp;tech&nbsp;hiccoughs, there can sometimes be a series of common issues holding back&nbsp;our gaming.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Common-Issues-Holding-Back-Your-Gaming-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-1-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-61440\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Common-Issues-Holding-Back-Your-Gaming-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Common-Issues-Holding-Back-Your-Gaming-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Common-Issues-Holding-Back-Your-Gaming-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Common-Issues-Holding-Back-Your-Gaming-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-1-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Common-Issues-Holding-Back-Your-Gaming-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-1-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Common-Issues-Holding-Back-Your-Gaming-BlogInstagram-Optimised-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Standard-Blog-1080x1080Light-Text-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether&nbsp;you\u2019ve&nbsp;been PC gaming for&nbsp;days or decades,&nbsp;we\u2019ve&nbsp;pinpointed a few&nbsp;quibbles that&nbsp;<em>may&nbsp;<\/em>be&nbsp;putting a skill&nbsp;ceiling&nbsp;over&nbsp;your&nbsp;head.&nbsp;And,&nbsp;better yet,&nbsp;we\u2019re&nbsp;focusing on the solutions to resolving them down below!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are PC Settings Holding Me Back?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To guarantee&nbsp;your&nbsp;in-game skills are&nbsp;<em>never<\/em>&nbsp;subdued,&nbsp;we&nbsp;recommend&nbsp;optimising your settings!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are a few&nbsp;things&nbsp;you can tweak to improve how well your games run.&nbsp;We\u2019ll&nbsp;break them down one&nbsp;by&nbsp;one.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Optimising Windows Improve Gaming?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Windows 11&nbsp;isn\u2019t&nbsp;just a home screen with some apps on it.&nbsp;The OS is&nbsp;a foundation for all your PC programming, gaming included!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Optimisation pathways for Windows 11&nbsp;that may&nbsp;directly help you improve your gaming skills&nbsp;include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Game Mode:&nbsp;<strong>Start &gt; Settings &gt; Gaming &gt; Game Mode.&nbsp;<\/strong>Game Mode allows Windows 11 to suppress background&nbsp;applications&nbsp;and devote more resources to games&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;actively playing.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Best&nbsp;Performance&nbsp;Mode:&nbsp;<strong>Start &gt;&nbsp;<\/strong>Type&nbsp;<strong>adjust&nbsp;the appearance and performance of Windows &gt;&nbsp;<\/strong>Navigate to&nbsp;<strong>Performance Options&nbsp;<\/strong>window&nbsp;<strong>&gt; Visual Effects &gt; Adjust for best performance<\/strong>.&nbsp;This ensures the best&nbsp;synergy&nbsp;possible between performance and graphics.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enabling Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling:&nbsp;<strong>Start &gt; Settings &gt; System &gt; Display &gt; Graphics &gt; Advanced Graphics settings &gt; Hardware-Accelerated GPU scheduling<\/strong>. This may&nbsp;render&nbsp;in-game environments faster and&nbsp;keep latency to a minimum.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sticky Keys:&nbsp;<strong>Start &gt; Settings &gt; Accessibility &gt; Keyboard &gt; Sticky Keys on\/off<\/strong>.&nbsp;If you press SHIFT five times in quick succession, this function allows you to&nbsp;more easily press multiple keys&nbsp;at once, as&nbsp;there\u2019s&nbsp;a delay on the combo press. However,&nbsp;activating&nbsp;it&nbsp;will minimise any games&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;playing, so if you&nbsp;don\u2019t&nbsp;need&nbsp;this&nbsp;function, we&nbsp;advise&nbsp;turning it off!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These tweaks are good places to start when optimising your gameplay.&nbsp;When&nbsp;there&nbsp;are&nbsp;fewer technical&nbsp;hiccoughs,&nbsp;your&nbsp;learning journey is undisturbed,&nbsp;and&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;free to focus on&nbsp;smooth&nbsp;moment-to-moment gameplay.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/optimise-windows-11-square-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-61026\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/optimise-windows-11-square-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/optimise-windows-11-square-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/optimise-windows-11-square-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/optimise-windows-11-square-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/optimise-windows-11-square-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/optimise-windows-11-square.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to know&nbsp;<em>everything&nbsp;<\/em>there is to know about optimising Windows 11 for gaming,&nbsp;check&nbsp;out our dedicated article!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-optimise-windows-11-for-gaming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;Why Should&nbsp;I Optimise Monitor Settings?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whatever your skill level,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-set-up-your-gaming-monitor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your monitor&nbsp;must&nbsp;be set up correctly<\/a>,&nbsp;as this not only creates the clearest image on your screen, but it also helps to reduce neck and eye strain!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-optimise-your-ergonomics-everything-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ensure your monitor is ergonomically optimised<\/a>, you should first ensure the top is level&nbsp;<em>or&nbsp;<\/em>slightly below your eyeline.&nbsp;You can fine-tune&nbsp;that height adjustment with a monitor arm,&nbsp;riser&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/kolink-chimera-dual-monitor-desk-mount-monitor-stand-desk-clamp-pgw-ac-k-mo-000-kk.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">customisable stand<\/a>.&nbsp;Ideally,&nbsp;you\u2019ll&nbsp;want the monitor positioned at the back of your desk, too.&nbsp;If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;utilising a multi-monitor setup, arrange them closer to one another to create the illusion of one&nbsp;long seamless display.&nbsp;Once&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;settled and seeing clearly,&nbsp;you\u2019ll&nbsp;be a triumph on the battlefield.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Software&nbsp;optimisation is&nbsp;next&nbsp;on the agenda&nbsp;to&nbsp;minimise&nbsp;motion&nbsp;blur&nbsp;and stuttering. The pathway&nbsp;you\u2019ll&nbsp;need to adjust your monitor\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/your-guide-to-high-refresh-rate-monitors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">refresh rate<\/a>&nbsp;is:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Start button &gt; Settings &gt; System &gt; Display &gt; Related Settings &gt; Advanced Display &gt; Choose a refresh rate.&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you navigate this pathway, you may also&nbsp;encounter&nbsp;<strong>Scale &amp; Layout &gt; Display Resolution<\/strong>.&nbsp;You&nbsp;don\u2019t&nbsp;need to touch this when trying to improve your gaming performance, as resolutions are adjusted per-game title in their respective settings. Speaking of which&#8230;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which In-Game Settings Should I Optimise?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s&nbsp;important to have the right mentality when optimising your game settings.&nbsp;Remember,&nbsp;we&#8217;re&nbsp;optimising for performance, rather than in-game aesthetics.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To that end,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-optimise-game-settings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">optimising your in-game settings is more about reducing strain<\/a>&nbsp;where&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;not needed in-game. That&nbsp;way, your frames are steady,&nbsp;your immersion never falters,&nbsp;and your reaction speeds are as quick as can be. Your skills&nbsp;won&#8217;t&nbsp;just develop,&nbsp;they\u2019ll&nbsp;shine!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most in-game&nbsp;optimisation techniques spawn from your title\u2019s&nbsp;main menu. There should be a clearly labelled settings tab, where you can&nbsp;subsequently&nbsp;adjust your game\u2019s resolution,&nbsp;mouse sensitivity,&nbsp;frame rate cap, and more.&nbsp;When you make changes, the game may offer a preview,&nbsp;where you can choose to keep your changes or revert them. So, be sure to&nbsp;experiment until&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;happy!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Guide-to-Gaming-Monitors-Blank-Version-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Your Guide to Gaming Monitors\" class=\"wp-image-32406\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Guide-to-Gaming-Monitors-Blank-Version-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Guide-to-Gaming-Monitors-Blank-Version-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Guide-to-Gaming-Monitors-Blank-Version-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Guide-to-Gaming-Monitors-Blank-Version-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter--1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Guide-to-Gaming-Monitors-Blank-Version-Overclockers-UK-Blog-Feature-Image-Bottom-Text-Blog-1600x900Light-TextTwitter-.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Improve My Keyboard Control?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rich, vibrant gaming worlds are at your fingertips! Or, at least,&nbsp;the keys on your keyboard&nbsp;are, which you use to navigate&nbsp;and&nbsp;dominate&nbsp;these&nbsp;digital&nbsp;spaces.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While gaming on your keyboard might seem&nbsp;pretty straightforward,&nbsp;there are a few things you can do to improve your skills on it.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reassign Your Keys<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Changing which keys perform certain commands can be highly&nbsp;advantageous.&nbsp;For example, you can cluster your most-used keys nearer to each other&nbsp;on the keyboard&nbsp;for&nbsp;easier reach, resulting in faster in-game actions.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What\u2019s&nbsp;more, the SHIFT key is usually the default key for sprinting in many games.&nbsp;However, if you press SHIFT five times in&nbsp;quick&nbsp;succession, you can accidentally activate Sticky Keys,&nbsp;which&nbsp;will minimise your game&nbsp;even&nbsp;in the middle of the action.&nbsp;If you do need this function,&nbsp;reassigning the sprint action to another key is&nbsp;a good idea!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Upgrade Your&nbsp;Keyboard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/why-do-gamers-prefer-mechanical-keyboards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">experienced PC gamers use mechanical keyboards<\/a>,&nbsp;as they register key presses faster. They also generally feel more tactile and satisfying to use!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, if&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;using a standard membrane keyboard, replacing it with&nbsp;a mechanical keyboard&nbsp;may&nbsp;be in order.&nbsp;You could improve your gaming skills, as they can help you be first on the draw in any&nbsp;competitive&nbsp;shooter&nbsp;or&nbsp;keep pace with demanding quick time events.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plus,&nbsp;you can&nbsp;refine your keyboard control further!&nbsp;If your&nbsp;mechanical keyboard is&nbsp;hot-swappable,&nbsp;you may want to change the switches&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;using&nbsp;to&nbsp;fine-tune&nbsp;the actuation force and pre-travel.&nbsp;In other&nbsp;words, alter how much pressure you need to apply to your keys for the input&nbsp;to&nbsp;register!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/peripherals\/keyboards\/gaming-keyboards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Gaming Keyboards<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/peripherals\/keyboards\/custom-keyboards\/keyboard-switches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Keyboard Switches<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"f-product-wrapper \"><div class=\"product-image\"><!-- <div class=\"tag-list\"><a href=\"#\">in stock<\/a><\/div> --><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"feed-product-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/dw\/image\/v2\/BLRM_PRD\/on\/demandware.static\/-\/Sites-master-catalog-ocuk\/default\/dw04ad5411\/images\/data\/product\/f8\/7ffe07\/6c508e14b75ccfb53cc88646f4276d75e6c0c711.jpg?sw=800\" alt=\"Glorious Mako Mechanical Keyboard Switches 36pcs - Ultralight (GLO-KB-ACC-SWT-MA\" \/ loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"product-wrapper\"><h3>Glorious Mako Mechanical Keyboard Switches 36pcs &#8211; Ultralight (GLO-KB-ACC-SWT-MA<\/h3><p class=\"sku\">PER-GPC-02955<\/p><p class=\"pricing\"><span class=\"odd-price\"> \u00a327.95 GBP<\/span> <span class=\"main-price\">\u00a3 12.95 GBP<\/span><\/p><span class=\"discount-percent\">-53.67%<\/span><p class=\"vat-info\">(incl. VAT)<\/p><p class=\"free-shipping\">FREE SHIPPING<\/p><p class=\"instock  in-stock\">in stock<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/glorious-mako-mechanical-keyboard-switches-36pcs-ultralight-glo-kb-acc-swt-ma\/PER-GPC-02955.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"product-link btn btn-primary\">ADD TO BASKET<\/a><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Utilise Macros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keyboard macros are the bread and butter of proficient gamers. They work&nbsp;like shortcuts, automating&nbsp;certain&nbsp;avatar movements and actions.&nbsp;One key press&nbsp;can execute commands that would otherwise take many, which can either save you&nbsp;precious&nbsp;time or help you focus your attention elsewhere in the game.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Macros-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35580\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Macros-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Macros-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Macros-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Macros-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Macros-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Macros.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to know how to map your macros,&nbsp;we\u2019ve&nbsp;covered the topic in&nbsp;great detail&nbsp;over here. Check it out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-map-macros-on-your-gaming-keyboard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Improve My Aiming In-Game?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aiming&nbsp;isn\u2019t&nbsp;just for fast-paced shooters. After all,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/top-five-gaming-mice-for-playing-baldurs-gate-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">even turn-based RPGs demand careful clicks<\/a>&nbsp;and refined mouse control.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes, no matter how much or little you move your mouse, it can feel like your&nbsp;cursor&nbsp;isn\u2019t&nbsp;<em>quite&nbsp;<\/em>where it needs to be. If something does feel a little off, it&nbsp;can cost you in-game, so&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;worth&nbsp;investigating!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&nbsp;might mean&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/understanding-dpi-and-how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-gaming-mouse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">adjusting your mouse DPI settings per title<\/a>, as that can affect how much swiping is needed to move your cursor. For quick movements, a high DPI will serve you well,&nbsp;whereas&nbsp;you might favour a lower DPI in games where you need to&nbsp;take your time in lining up a shot.&nbsp;DPI is&nbsp;not&nbsp;<em>quite&nbsp;<\/em>the&nbsp;same as sensitivity, so it may be worth tinkering with the latter settings as well to strike the perfect balance.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, what is a mouse without a&nbsp;sufficient mat? To ensure your cursor glides beautifully across your screen, we advise&nbsp;that you&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/best-mouse-mats-of-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">secure&nbsp;one of the best gaming surfaces<\/a>&nbsp;on the market.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/mouse-aim-square-150x150.png\" alt=\"The 10 Best Tips to Achieve Perfect Mouse Aim\" class=\"wp-image-37640\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/mouse-aim-square-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/mouse-aim-square-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/mouse-aim-square-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/mouse-aim-square-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/mouse-aim-square-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/mouse-aim-square.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;Need more tips on how to improve your mouse aim? More helpful strategies are just a click away over here!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/the-10-best-tips-to-achieve-perfect-mouse-aim\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/peripherals\/mice\/gaming-mice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Gaming Mice<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/peripherals\/mice\/mouse-accessories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Mice Accessories<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"f-product-wrapper \"><div class=\"product-image\"><!-- <div class=\"tag-list\"><a href=\"#\">in stock<\/a><\/div> --><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"feed-product-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/dw\/image\/v2\/BLRM_PRD\/on\/demandware.static\/-\/Sites-master-catalog-ocuk\/default\/dwb7d087b2\/images\/data\/product\/51\/70f21b\/33654a1c7d6a1e5307b0f0bf5f0ad3a4363c9ceb.jpg?sw=800\" alt=\"Razer Viper V3 Pro - White Gaming Mouse\" \/ loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"product-wrapper\"><h3>Razer Viper V3 Pro &#8211; White Gaming Mouse<\/h3><p class=\"sku\">GAM-RZR-03668<\/p><p class=\"pricing\"><span class=\"main-price\"> \u00a3159.95 GBP<\/span><\/p><p class=\"vat-info\">(incl. VAT)<\/p><p class=\"free-shipping\">FREE SHIPPING<\/p><p class=\"instock  in-stock\">in stock<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/razer-viper-v3-pro-white-gaming-mouse\/GAM-RZR-03668.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"product-link btn btn-primary\">ADD TO BASKET<\/a><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does a Headset Really Help Gameplay?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Never underestimate the power of a good headset. Quite simply, they can be game&nbsp;changers.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most obvious benefit is comms, allowing you to&nbsp;coordinate&nbsp;with your squad in online games for refined tactics and strategic gameplay. If you can keep your temper cool, mute the trolls, and have constructive chatter with your team, your skills in games will undoubtedly improve.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/best-gaming-headsets-of-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">headsets<\/a>&nbsp;provide&nbsp;crystal clear&nbsp;audio.&nbsp;You\u2019ll&nbsp;hear&nbsp;every small&nbsp;disturbance your enemies cause on the field, whether&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;footsteps or their rustling of foliage. Nothing escapes your notice!&nbsp;Many also have directional audio, so&nbsp;you\u2019ll&nbsp;be able to pinpoint where the quietest murmur of trouble is coming from.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/peripherals\/headphones-headsets\/gaming-headsets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Gaming Headsets<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is My PC Optimised for Gaming?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many gamers try to make do with PC builds or laptops that don&#8217;t pack hardware optimised for gaming. While&nbsp;it\u2019s&nbsp;an admirable effort,&nbsp;and we all start somewhere,&nbsp;sooner or later, the big leap from zero to hero must be made!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regardless of your skill level, personal budget, gameplay style, or favourite genre of games, there&nbsp;<em>is&nbsp;<\/em>a pre-built PC for you. Every&nbsp;component&nbsp;is carefully considered by a highly experienced technician and rigorously tested through an extensive benchmarking process involving the most demanding gaming titles.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Put simply, all the optimisation is done for you. It&nbsp;<em>guarantees&nbsp;<\/em>results for better gaming, teeing you up to run wild with enhancing your skill set.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/pc-systems\/gaming-pcs\/pre-built-gaming-pcs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Pre-Built Gaming PCs<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"f-product-wrapper \"><div class=\"product-image\"><!-- <div class=\"tag-list\"><a href=\"#\">in stock<\/a><\/div> --><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"feed-product-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/dw\/image\/v2\/BLRM_PRD\/on\/demandware.static\/-\/Sites-master-catalog-ocuk\/default\/dwc193c61d\/images\/data\/product\/9a\/20681e\/daa389dd1cd2b3046934dc03097e0fce19d88a70.jpg?sw=800\" alt=\"OcUK Gaming Fluorite - Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF RTX 5070 Pre-Built Gaming PC\" \/ loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"product-wrapper\"><h3>OcUK Gaming Fluorite &#8211; Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF RTX 5070 Pre-Built Gaming PC<\/h3><p class=\"sku\">FS-PB04-EP<\/p><p class=\"pricing\"><span class=\"main-price\"> \u00a31949.99 GBP<\/span><\/p><p class=\"vat-info\">(incl. 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If&nbsp;you&#8217;re&nbsp;curious about upgrading,&nbsp;take a look&nbsp;at our stock!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-ef7a8b26 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/pc-systems\/gaming-pcs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Gaming PCs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/laptops\/gaming-laptops\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Gaming Laptops<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-930feb06 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"f-product-wrapper \"><div class=\"product-image\"><!-- <div class=\"tag-list\"><a href=\"#\">in stock<\/a><\/div> --><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"feed-product-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/dw\/image\/v2\/BLRM_PRD\/on\/demandware.static\/-\/Sites-master-catalog-ocuk\/default\/dwb4a58094\/images\/data\/product\/66\/91d251\/ebd66ff2b8e53e1ac3c7eb5f907907467c642edf.png?sw=800\" alt=\"OcUK Gaming Mach 3.2 - Ryzen 7500X3D RTX 5070 Pre-Built Gaming PC\" \/ loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"product-wrapper\"><h3>OcUK Gaming Mach 3.2 &#8211; Ryzen 7500X3D RTX 5070 Pre-Built Gaming PC<\/h3><p class=\"sku\">FS-PB07-EP<\/p><p class=\"pricing\"><span class=\"main-price\"> \u00a31849.99 GBP<\/span><\/p><p class=\"vat-info\">(incl. 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you have any other tips to enhance the skills of the gaming community?&nbsp;Share them in the comments below!&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Seasoned gamers know that&nbsp;their favourite hobby&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t&nbsp;always&nbsp;easy.&nbsp;From&nbsp;skill&nbsp;barriers&nbsp;to&nbsp;tech&nbsp;hiccoughs, there can sometimes be a series of common issues holding back&nbsp;our gaming.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Whether&nbsp;you&rsquo;ve&nbsp;been PC gaming for&nbsp;days or decades,&nbsp;we&rsquo;ve&nbsp;pinpointed a few&nbsp;quibbles that&nbsp;may&nbsp;be&nbsp;putting a skill&nbsp;ceiling&nbsp;over&nbsp;your&nbsp;head.&nbsp;And,&nbsp;better yet,&nbsp;we&rsquo;re&nbsp;focusing on the solutions to resolving them down below!&nbsp; Are PC Settings Holding Me Back? 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