Elon Musk Addresses Allegations of a Proxy Playing Path of Exile on His Behalf

Elon Musk has recently addressed the swirling allegations surrounding his gaming prowess in Path of Exile 2, leading to a fascinating discussion about authenticity and performance in online gaming.

The controversy began when Musk, who famously achieved the number one rank in Diablo 4 after impressively clearing a level 150 Pit in under two minutes, faced questions about his expertise in Path of Exile 2. Twitch streamer and expert analyst Quin69 scrutinized Musk’s gameplay, highlighting significant gaps in his knowledge that seemed inconsistent with his high account level.

Upon reviewing Musk’s techniques, Quin69 speculated that the billionaire entrepreneur was potentially using someone else’s skills to enhance his gaming experience. This assertion was echoed by fellow streamer Asmongold, who declared he would commit to an entire year of streaming on platform X if Musk could validate that he alone had reached level 97 on his account.

Testing Starlink Streaming from Mar-a-Lago https://t.co/hWSZPIyxFn

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 15, 2025

Elon Musk Responds to Path of Exile 2 Allegations

During a live stream from Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Club on January 15, Musk directly confronted the claims. When a viewer brought up the idea of a “Chinese driver”for his Path of Exile account, he admitted to enlisting assistance in a playful manner.

Musk acknowledged, “Yes, his name is Yilongma and he’s amazing. I rely on him for everything,” showcasing both his humor and a hint of truth behind the controversy.

I love my Chinese alter-ego 😂 https://t.co/f0SikCrSgd

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 15, 2025

Following his comments, Musk quoted a clip shared by the popular account ‘Autism Capital’, where he humorously proclaimed his fondness for his “Chinese alter-ego.” While this response may not have satisfied purists seeking a serious discussion about fair play, it indirectly confirmed that Musk has indeed had someone else contribute to leveling up his character.

Interestingly, this admission comes after Musk announced his intentions to create an AI game studio aimed at reinventing gaming experiences and sparked conversations about potentially acquiring Hasbro for Dungeons & Dragons rights.

This developing narrative raises questions about authenticity in gaming and the expectations placed on high-profile players in the competitive landscape.

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