Tipping Point

Ben Shephard presents an arcade‑style quiz show where participants aim for a £10,000 prize. Contestants drop tokens down one of four chutes, and the arcade‑themed format blends simple mechanics with a quiz element, each token’s path deciding whether the player secures the jackpot.

Ben Shephard fronts an arcade‑styled quiz show, presenting a format that leans heavily on the feel of a classic coin‑pusher game. The programme is built around a simple yet lively premise, with the presenter guiding participants through each round. The heart of the game sees contestants releasing tokens into one of four separate chutes. Each player must decide which chute to use, hoping their token will land in the right spot to secure the top prize. The choice of chute adds a strategic element to the otherwise chance‑driven play. The token‑dropping mechanic is straightforward: a token is dropped, rolls down a chosen chute, and its final position determines whether the contestant moves closer to the jackpot. With four possible paths, the decision‑making process keeps the tension alive as each token makes its descent. If a contestant’s token lands favourably, they stand to win a £10,000 jackpot. The lure of that ten‑thousand‑pound prize drives participants to weigh their options carefully, hoping the arcade‑style odds will swing in their favour.