The show's premiere episode will see Heck mod a game controller "for an avid gamer with a serious disability," with subsequent shows to be released every other week. And though we're not sure if he'd be interested, if Heck could figure out a solution to our colorblind issues with certain games, he'll hold a spot in our hearts forever. Head below the fold to see the show's first trailer.
Ben Heck getting his own show beginning September 13
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Notorious modder Ben Heckendorn (aka "Ben Heck") is taking on a new challenge -- turn a show about modding into entertainment. The press release detailing his new show says it'll be starting on September 13 and we're told it'll be hosted on both element14 (its sponsor) as well as internet TV channel Revision3.
The show's premiere episode will see Heck mod a game controller "for an avid gamer with a serious disability," with subsequent shows to be released every other week. And though we're not sure if he'd be interested, if Heck could figure out a solution to our colorblind issues with certain games, he'll hold a spot in our hearts forever. Head below the fold to see the show's first trailer.
The show's premiere episode will see Heck mod a game controller "for an avid gamer with a serious disability," with subsequent shows to be released every other week. And though we're not sure if he'd be interested, if Heck could figure out a solution to our colorblind issues with certain games, he'll hold a spot in our hearts forever. Head below the fold to see the show's first trailer.
Reader Comments (37)
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:08AM DBuckEye said
That's seems like it could be interesting, but to be honest, I've never heard of element14 in my life.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:16AM TMlord95 said
Benheck is a Memetic Badass in the modding world.
He is like Macgyver and Gabe Newell in one.
He is like Macgyver and Gabe Newell in one.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:46PM Bubbameister33 said
@TMlord95
Legend has it that Gabe ate McGyver. So might be right.
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Legend has it that Gabe ate McGyver. So might be right.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:18AM TMlord95 said
Benheck is a Memetic Badass in the modding world.
He is like Macgyver and Gabe Newell in one.
He is like Macgyver and Gabe Newell in one.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:23AM The MARIO said
I will get cable just to watch this show.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:26AM MacabreArts said
As much as I want this to succeed, I can only imagine it completely tanking. Best of luck Heck!
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:26AM TheMichaelJackson said
Look at him, crossing his arms like a badass.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:09PM Solar Jetman said
Dude looks like Peter Norton after Norton got religion.
And by religion I mean IBM.
No joke. http://cheezburger.com/View/3955486464
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And by religion I mean IBM.
No joke. http://cheezburger.com/View/3955486464
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:27AM Special Agent Bob said
well at least its not on g4
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 2:28AM PSNCaptainPlanet said
@Special Agent Bob
Why would it? It's not like G4 is a gaming/technology channel.... oh wait.....
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Why would it? It's not like G4 is a gaming/technology channel.... oh wait.....
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 6:27AM delicatessen lama said
@PSNCaptainPlanet ::
That is not what he meant. He dislikes G4 for whatever reason, but that does-not mean he is saying it isn't a gaming/technology channel.
Any-time someone comments on this site, there is an incredibly high chance that someone like you will come along and flame them, or come up with a reply that is ridiculing the other person.
Sure he did not provide an explanation as to why he does not like G4, so what, downrank him if you wish and move on.
(oh the irony of my own comment - but please understand, thankyou)
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That is not what he meant. He dislikes G4 for whatever reason, but that does-not mean he is saying it isn't a gaming/technology channel.
Any-time someone comments on this site, there is an incredibly high chance that someone like you will come along and flame them, or come up with a reply that is ridiculing the other person.
Sure he did not provide an explanation as to why he does not like G4, so what, downrank him if you wish and move on.
(oh the irony of my own comment - but please understand, thankyou)
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 12:15PM s1l3n70n3 said
@delicatessen lama
These guys are full of sarcasm. There's a lot less flaming than it seems. In fact, those two were actually agreeing with each other. Both were showing their disdain for the way G4 has been doing its shows. The former is glad its not on G4. The latter agrees claiming that G4 doesn't contain the content its supposed to.
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These guys are full of sarcasm. There's a lot less flaming than it seems. In fact, those two were actually agreeing with each other. Both were showing their disdain for the way G4 has been doing its shows. The former is glad its not on G4. The latter agrees claiming that G4 doesn't contain the content its supposed to.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 7:49PM Chareth Cutestory said
@touch
Its even better if you read it in a British accent.
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Its even better if you read it in a British accent.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 10:56PM delicatessen lama said
@s1l3n70n3 :: oops... Thanks for pointing that out.
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Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:34AM Asok said
That trailer almost felt like one of those commercials off of UHF.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 8:03PM Mystictrust said
@Asok +1 for the UHF reference. I completely agree on its UHF commercial-worthiness.
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Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:42AM Jason B said
Once it becomes a hit then G4 will buy it, kick Ben off of the show, hire two hosts who shouldn't be on tv, make it about boobs and cops and change its name. Not necessarily in that order.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 1:59AM Themoreyouknow said
@Jason B
F@ck Keven Pierara or however you spell his name
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F@ck Keven Pierara or however you spell his name
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 2:03AM King Johngie the Fourth said
I will only watch it if he mods a computer so that it will eat my guilt
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 2:05AM Cypher FDP said
Coming Soon: The Pachter Show
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 2:06AM PedoJokerBear said
shouldve been called the HECK YEA *guitar riff* show
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 2:13AM Schlecht said
Something tells me that at some point in its run, some company will get pissed that he's promoting messing with their stuff and get all legal on his ass :/
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 2:17AM Nolan North said
Who the "Heck"?
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 6:31AM Faenix said
Sounds boring, sorry :/
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 7:35AM dakoe3 said
Go Ben Heck. This dude is a genius.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 9:56AM Cryo said
Hm the premier sounds interesting enough.
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 10:52AM LittleMofreaky said
Stop the hecking!
Posted: Sep 11th 2010 12:48PM PN04 said
Solution for color blindness:
Glasses that track the players eye movement, as a person looks at certain colors, lights next to words (blue, red, green or which ever colors are problematic for most color blind people) either on the TV or controller wil let them know what they're looking at.
Glasses that track the players eye movement, as a person looks at certain colors, lights next to words (blue, red, green or which ever colors are problematic for most color blind people) either on the TV or controller wil let them know what they're looking at.








