Elon Musk’s claim to be a world-class video game player has been called into question by the gaming community last week. Despite his repeated assertions of gaming prowess, internet sleuths dissected his gameplay and accused him of “boosting” his accounts by paying for upgrades or hiring others to play for him.
Critics pointed out discrepancies in Mr. Musk’s gameplay and his schedule, indicating that he couldn’t have been the one playing at times his account was active. While Mr. Musk has tried to present himself as a hardcore gamer, his admissions to boosting his accounts have caused controversy among gamers.
In the past, he has claimed to be among the top players in games like Diablo 4 and Cyberpunk 2077, but skeptics have questioned his abilities. Some gamers were disappointed to learn that Mr. Musk had not earned his character’s gear himself, but instead paid for upgrades.
Boosting violates the terms and conditions of games like Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2, but the market for third-party upgrades is robust. Mr. Musk’s revelations have led to widespread backlash from the gaming community, who saw his actions as a form of “stolen valor” in the gaming world.
Despite the controversy, Mr. Musk has defended his gaming skills and his use of boosting, claiming it is commonplace among elite players. His admissions have sparked discussions about integrity in gaming and the ethics of paying for in-game advantages.
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