Tipping Point

Ben Shephard hosts an arcade‑themed quiz in a fast‑paced setting where contestants drop tokens down one of four chutes. Each token drop determines whether they progress toward a £10,000 jackpot. The format combines a traditional quiz with a simple token‑dropping mechanic.

The show is an arcade‑styled quiz presented by Ben Shephard. It blends the feel of a classic arcade with a game‑show format, positioning Shephard as the front‑person who guides participants through each round. The programme leans on the visual of colourful chutes and token drops, giving it a distinctive, retro‑gaming atmosphere. Contestants step up to a board that offers four separate chutes, each capable of receiving a token. Players choose one of the four paths and release their token, hoping it will travel the correct route to secure the prize. The central goal is to land the token in the winning position, which would award a £10,000 jackpot to the successful participant. The entire set‑up revolves around that single token drop, with the four chutes providing the only choice for each contestant. Because the prize sits at £10,000, the stakes are clear and the tension builds as each token descends. Ben Shephard’s role is to introduce the contestants, explain the chute options and announce whether the token has secured the jackpot. In practice, each episode follows the same pattern: Ben Shephard greets the participants, outlines the four possible chutes, and then watches as each contestant drops their token. The anticipation peaks when the token reaches the bottom, and if it lands in the winning slot, the £10,000 prize is awarded. The simplicity of the token‑drop mechanic keeps the focus squarely on the chance of hitting the jackpot.