Elon Musk's Path of Exile 2 Leveling Controversy: A Public Exchange with Asmongold
Following accusations of using a "boosting" service to reach level 97 with a character in Path of Exile 2, Elon Musk engaged in a public exchange of private messages with streamer Asmongold.
The controversy ignited after Asmongold released a 32-minute video addressing allegations of Musk "cheating" by either purchasing a high-level character or employing someone to level it. The video highlighted the immense time investment required to reach level 97, questioning how Musk could manage his responsibilities at SpaceX, Tesla, and X while simultaneously dedicating the necessary hours to the game. Further fueling speculation, viewers noted Musk's apparent inexperience during his streams, a stark contrast to the expertise expected of someone who allegedly leveled a character to 97.
Musk responded to Asmongold's video, claiming he too "needs to coordinate with the boss," and suggesting Asmongold similarly consults a team of editors before posting on X. Asmongold countered that he is his own boss and employs editors for collaborative content creation – a standard practice among YouTube and Twitch streamers, enabling them to concentrate on content production rather than editing.
Asmongold interpreted Musk's comment as revealing a lack of understanding regarding the behind-the-scenes operations of content creation. The exchange underscores the ongoing debate surrounding Musk's gaming practices and his public perception.
