Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2 Devs Won’t Say Whether They’ll Ban Elon Musk for Account Boosting

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 reveal 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 the rules. Blizzard's EULA explicitly prohibits this practice. Despite Musk's confession, both Blizzard and Grinding Gear Games (developers of Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2 respectively) have refused to comment on whether they will ban his accounts.

This silence has fueled outrage among players. Forum posts express disappointment and concern that a wealthy individual can seemingly circumvent the rules. Questions regarding the fairness of the game and the enforcement of real money trading (RMT) regulations are prevalent.

Musk's previous boasts about his gaming skills, including claims of being a top Diablo 4 player, have been called into question. His performance in a Path of Exile 2 livestream raised concerns about his actual gameplay abilities, leading to speculation about account boosting. A direct message conversation confirmed his use of this method, citing the competitiveness of Asian players as justification. He later clarified that while he streams his own gameplay, high-level achievements often involve multiple players managing a single account.

Musk's defense, supported by a tweet from Grimes, asserts his past gaming accomplishments. However, further allegations surfaced, suggesting his Path of Exile 2 character was active while he was attending an event in Washington D.C., further fueling the controversy. The situation highlights the ongoing debate surrounding fairness, RMT, and the impact of high-profile individuals on online gaming communities.