In a recent controversy surrounding Path of Exile 2, Ilon Musk has been accused of using a "booster" service to elevate his character to level 97. The allegations surfaced after popular streamer Asmongold released a detailed 32-minute video scrutinizing Musk's rapid progress in the game. The video suggests that Musk might have either purchased a high-level character or employed someone to level it up for him, a process known as "boosting."
The crux of the debate lies in the substantial time commitment required to reach level 97, leading to questions about how Musk could manage this alongside his responsibilities at SpaceX, Tesla, and X. Critics also noted that during Musk's streams, he appeared unfamiliar with the game mechanics, which seemed inconsistent with someone who had legitimately played a character from level 0 to 97.
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Responding to Asmongold's video, Musk took to social media, humorously suggesting that Asmongold also "needs to coordinate with the boss." He further claimed that the streamer must consult with a team of editors before posting content on the X network.
Asmongold quickly countered these remarks, clarifying that he does not have a boss and that any editors he works with are under his employ. He explained that this arrangement is standard among YouTube and Twitch creators, enabling them to concentrate on content creation while leaving the editing to professionals.
Asmongold emphasized that Musk's comments reveal a lack of understanding about the behind-the-scenes processes of content creation. This incident not only highlights the ongoing debate about the use of boosting services in gaming but also sheds light on the intricacies of content production in the digital age.
