Musk Ban Rumors Swirl for Diablo 4, PoE 2

Elon Musk's alleged cheating in Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2 has sparked controversy, with fans questioning the integrity of the games and the developers' response. Screenshots of a private conversation revealed Musk's admission to paying for account boosting, a violation of both games' terms of service.

Account boosting, where players pay others to level up their accounts, is a clear breach of Blizzard Entertainment's and Grinding Gear Games' rules. Despite this, both companies have refused to comment on whether they will ban Musk's accounts. This silence has fueled outrage among players who feel the lack of action undermines fair play.

Online forums are buzzing with discussions about the double standard, with players questioning whether Musk's wealth and influence shield him from consequences. One Path of Exile player expressed disappointment at Grinding Gear Games' lack of response, highlighting the impact on the game's credibility and real money trading enforcement. Similar concerns are echoed on Battle.net, where players demand accountability.

Both Grinding Gear Games and Blizzard Entertainment declined to comment on individual player actions or enforcement, leaving the situation unresolved. Musk, who previously boasted about his gaming skills and high rankings, has since admitted to account boosting, claiming it was necessary to compete with Asian players. He also clarified that while he streams gameplay, the high-level achievements were not solely his own.

Musk's claims of gaming prowess have been challenged before, with some questioning his ability to dedicate the necessary time given his numerous business commitments. A recent livestream further fueled doubts about his actual skill level. The revelation of his account boosting adds another layer to the ongoing debate.

Adding fuel to the fire, further allegations surfaced suggesting Musk's Path of Exile 2 character was active while he was attending an event in Washington, raising further questions about the extent of his cheating. Musk's ex-partner, Grimes, has offered a defense, claiming to have witnessed his gaming achievements firsthand. However, the lack of concrete action from the game developers leaves the integrity of their games and their commitment to fair play in question.