Rock Band mod helps disabled gamers rock out!

Away from horror stories of videogames making people go loopy, it’s nice to hear of some of the good going on in the gaming world. This wheelchair-bound gamer was unable to play Rock Band properly, until a band of good-hearted modders came to the rescue.

See, Rock Band’s drum kit features a kick pedal. Not using it simply isn’t an option if you still want to enjoy the game, but isn’t possible for those in a wheelchair.

Still, that didn’t stop the folks over at Kinetic Communications from saving the day. They swooped to the rescue, adding a modified doorbell, complete with audio receiver and cable, to a drumstick. The system means disabled players can pound the virtual kit all days long, without needing mobility in their lower body.

Rock on. Is there anything modders can’t do?

Out now | £159.99 for full kit
Rock Band (via Kinetic)

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