Breaking Benjamin Frontman Rants About Fallout 4 Modding Beef On Stage

While most bands stick to music during their sets, Breaking Benjamin frontman Benjamin Burnley decided to use a recent concert in Holmdel, NJ, as a pulpit for a very specific, and rather passionate, plea to his audience: download his Fallout 4 mod. The rock star dedicated a significant portion of his performance time to discuss a dispute he's having with another modder in the Fallout 4 community, whom he claims has been bullying him.

Burnley's on-stage rant, captured by concertgoers and shared online, lasted over four minutes. He implored attendees, even those who don't play the game, to head to Nexus Mods and download his creation, titled 'True First Person.' The motivation? To spite a fellow modder who Burnley alleges was overly critical of his work. "There was a modder in the community that was really mean to me and bullying me, saying, 'Oh, your mod is shit. You don't know what you're fucking doing,'" Burnley stated during the concert. He then vowed to "blow his fucking downloads out of the water" by promoting his own mod relentlessly. The band's stage crew even displayed the mod's details on the venue's screens, adding a visual element to the unusual performance segment.

A Musician's Modding Crusade

This isn't the first time Breaking Benjamin, or Benjamin Burnley specifically, has made headlines for veering into gaming-related topics during live shows. Past incidents include passionate, and at times lengthy, rants about Star Wars Battlefront and discussions about Transformers. This ongoing engagement with gaming culture suggests a genuine passion from the frontman that extends beyond his musical career. The 'True First Person' mod itself aims to enhance the immersion in Fallout 4 by rendering the player character's full body in first-person view, a notable departure from the game's default floating arms. Burnley emphasized that modding should be about growth and learning, expressing frustration with what he perceived as immediate, harsh criticism from another creator. The mod was indeed updated shortly after the concert, indicating Burnley's commitment to its development.

Community's Reaction and What's Next

The audience reaction to Burnley's extended monologue was mixed. While some fans seemed to enjoy the unique spectacle, others were heard calling for the band to play music. Online, discussions about the incident have sparked debate, with some finding it relatable and others questioning the appropriateness of using a concert stage for a personal modding dispute. Regardless, the event has certainly put Burnley's 'True First Person' mod on the map for a wider audience. As Breaking Benjamin continues their tour, it remains to be seen if such gaming-centric intermissions will become a regular feature of their shows. Fans eager to support Burnley's endeavor can find the 'True First Person' mod on Nexus Mods, with updates expected to continue.