Ilon Musk has found himself at the center of controversy after being accused of using a "booster" service to level up a character to 97 in Path of Exile 2. The allegations surfaced following a 32-minute video by popular streamer Asmongold, who delved into the claims of "cheating" by Musk. The video suggests that Musk might have either purchased a high-level character or had someone else level it up for him, given the significant time investment required to reach level 97. This has led to questions about how Musk manages to juggle his responsibilities at SpaceX, Tesla, and X while dedicating time to such an intensive gaming endeavor.
Further fueling the controversy, viewers noted that during Musk's streams, he appeared unfamiliar with the game mechanics, which seemed inconsistent with someone who had supposedly leveled a character from zero to 97.
In response to Asmongold's video, Musk took to social media to defend himself, humorously suggesting that he, too, "needs to coordinate with the boss." He also implied that Asmongold consults with a team of editors before posting content on the X network. Asmongold quickly clarified that he does not have a boss and that any editors he works with are employed by him, a common practice among YouTube and Twitch streamers to streamline content creation.
Asmongold further stated that Musk's comments only highlight his lack of understanding of the behind-the-scenes processes involved in content creation. This incident has sparked a broader discussion about the ethics of using booster services in gaming and the transparency of high-profile individuals in their gaming achievements.
