Path of Exile 2: Elon Musk’s Gaming Controversy Takes an Unexpected Turn

The controversy surrounding Elon Musk’s gaming activities has reached a new chapter as the tech entrepreneur openly addressed questions about his Path of Exile 2 account. In a conversation shared by YouTuber NikoWrex, Musk confirmed what many players had suspected about his gaming practices.

The discussion began last December when Musk was removed from Path of Exile 2, claiming the game’s anti-cheat system had mistakenly flagged his account for performing too many actions in rapid succession. At the time, he posted a screenshot on X (formerly Twitter) denying the use of macros, which sparked debate within the gaming community.

In his recent exchange with NikoWrex, Musk acknowledged using account boosting services and purchasing in-game resources with real money. He defended these practices by stating they were necessary to compete with players from Asia and insisted it was common behavior among players. The tech CEO extended this admission to his Diablo 4 activities, casting doubt on his previous claims about his ranking in that game.

The revelation has drawn attention from prominent gaming personalities, including Twitch streamer Asmongold, who had previously challenged Musk to prove his gaming credentials. The challenge, which included an offer to stream exclusively on X for a year, led to a public disagreement when Musk responded by publishing their private messages and criticizing Asmongold’s gaming abilities.

Adding another layer to the situation, musician Grimes, Musk’s former partner, came to his defense on X, claiming she had witnessed his gaming achievements firsthand. According to her account, Musk had become the first American druid to complete specific high-level content and achieved top rankings in certain seasons. However, the recent revelations about account boosting have raised questions about the authenticity of these accomplishments.