Elon Musk has responded to skepticism surrounding his claims of being among the top players in games like Diablo IV and Path of Exile 2. A user on X questioned the plausibility of his gaming accomplishments, given his demanding role managing global companies like SpaceX and Tesla.

"No one believes you're in the top 3 among players while running world-changing companies," the user commented.

Musk replied with characteristic irony:"You're right. I should be #1. I overestimated myself with Kekius_Maximus, and he died."

Kekius_Maximus is the name of Musk’s in-game character, which he previously claimed was climbing leaderboards in both Diablo IV and Path of Exile 2. However, doubts began to surface after a live stream of Path of Exile 2 showed him struggling with basic gameplay mechanics, despite his account being ranked among the best.

Further fueling suspicions, it was discovered that his in-game character had been active during Donald Trump's inauguration—an event Musk attended in person.

In private messages, Musk later admitted that maintaining his top-tier status required the efforts of multiple people playing on the same account, a practice that violates the terms of service of most gaming platforms.

Musk’s comments highlight the growing scrutiny of public figures who claim exceptional gaming skills. While his humorous response downplayed the criticism, it also revealed the lengths to which some individuals or teams go to achieve leaderboard dominance.

For now, Musk’s admission raises questions about authenticity in competitive gaming and whether such practices undermine the spirit of fair play. Whether he’ll return to his quest for "#1" remains uncertain, but his remarks have certainly sparked lively discussions among gamers and fans alike.

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