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 messages with popular 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 rapidly 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 effort to the game. Further fueling the speculation, viewers noted Musk's apparent inexperience during his streams, contradicting the expertise expected of someone who had supposedly leveled a character to 97.
Musk responded to Asmongold's video, claiming he too "needs to coordinate with the boss," and suggesting that Asmongold consults with a team of editors before posting on X. Asmongold countered that he is his own boss and employs editors to assist with post-production, a standard practice among many YouTube and Twitch streamers to streamline content creation.
Asmongold interpreted Musk's comment as demonstrating a lack of understanding regarding the behind-the-scenes processes involved in content creation. The exchange highlights the clash between the public perception of Musk's accomplishments and the scrutiny faced by high-profile individuals engaging with online gaming communities.
