In a recent controversy, Ilon Musk has been accused of using a "booster" service to reach level 97 in the game Path of Exile 2. The allegations surfaced after popular streamer Asmongold released a 32-minute video discussing the possibility of Musk "cheating" by either purchasing a high-level character or having someone else level it up for him. The video highlighted the significant time commitment required to reach such a high level, questioning how Musk could manage this alongside his responsibilities at SpaceX, Tesla, and X.
Further fueling the debate, viewers noted that during Musk's streams, he appeared unfamiliar with the game mechanics, which seemed inconsistent with someone who had legitimately leveled a character to 97.
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Responding to Asmongold's video, Musk took to social media to comment that even Asmongold "needs to coordinate with the boss," implying a similar need for external assistance. Musk also suggested that Asmongold consults with a team of editors before posting content on the X network.
Asmongold quickly refuted these claims, clarifying that he does not have a boss and that any editors he works with are employed by him. He explained that this is a standard practice among many YouTube and Twitch streamers, allowing them to concentrate on content creation while delegating editing tasks.
Asmongold further remarked that Musk's response only underscored a lack of understanding about the behind-the-scenes processes of content creation. This exchange has sparked a broader conversation about the ethics of using booster services in gaming and the transparency of content creators.