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 extensive time commitment required to reach level 97, questioning how Musk could manage his responsibilities at SpaceX, Tesla, and X while simultaneously dedicating the necessary time to in-game progression. Further fueling the speculation, viewers noted Musk's apparent inexperience during his streams, contradicting the skills expected of someone who had 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 post-production, a standard practice among Twitch and YouTube streamers to optimize their workflow.

Asmongold interpreted Musk's comment as revealing a lack of understanding regarding the behind-the-scenes processes of content creation. The exchange underscores the ongoing debate surrounding the allegations and highlights the contrasting perspectives between a high-profile CEO and a prominent streamer.