Elon Musk, tech mogul and self-proclaimed gamer, got his feelings hurt when famous Twitch streamer Asmongold dared to question his Path of Exile 2 skills. The rant took place after Musk’s character mysteriously climbed to #7 on the game’s Hardcore leaderboard, catching everyone’s attention in the gaming community.
Asmongold, never one to avoid a bit of drama, suggested Musk prove he actually played the game himself. This seemingly innocent challenge sent Musk into a spiral of pettiness that would make a middle schooler proud.
In a move that screams “I’m not mad, you’re mad,” Musk leaked private DMs between himself and Asmongold. The billionaire’s attempt to expose the streamer backfired spectacularly when it became clear he didn’t understand how content creation works.
Musk apparently thought Asmongold’s mention of “editors” meant shadowy figures controlling his every move, rather than—you know—people who edit videos.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 16, 2025
Not content with just airing dirty laundry, Musk took his tantrum a step further by revoking Asmongold’s blue checkmark on X (formerly Twitter). Because nothing says “I’m a mature adult” like digital playground tactics.
The gaming community reacted with a mix of amusement and secondhand embarrassment. Many pointed out the irony of the world’s richest man getting bent out of shape over a streamer’s comments. Others questioned Musk’s grasp on social media dynamics, especially given that he owns a major platform.
This isn’t Musk’s first rodeo when it comes to online drama. The Tesla CEO has a history of reacting poorly to criticism, often engaging in public spats that leave onlookers cringing. His clash with Asmongold is just the latest in a string of incidents related to Musk’s dive into the gaming community.
As for Asmongold, the streamer seems to be taking the drama in stride. Known for his unfiltered commentary on gaming industry affairs, he’s likely to milk this incident for content in the coming days.