Elon Musk Faces Backlash for Criticizing Grand Theft Auto

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and a self-proclaimed gaming enthusiast, has recently faced intense trolling for his criticism of the Grand Theft Auto (GTA) series. Despite his professed love for games like Elden Ring III, Musk expressed discomfort with the criminal activities portrayed in GTA V, sparking backlash from his followers.

Musk’s Discomfort with GTA V

Musk’s discomfort was specifically directed at the opening scene of GTA V, which involves shooting police officers. He claimed that he “just couldn’t do it,” a statement that struck many as hypocritical given his known affinity for violent games such as Quake.

Social Media Mockery

This led to a wave of mockery on social media, with one user humorously asking if Musk stops at red lights while playing the game. Others highlighted the irony of a 52-year-old man, who admits to enjoying violent video games, objecting to the depiction of violence in GTA.

Musk’s Gaming Background

Musk’s involvement in the gaming world dates back to his early teens when he created a game called Blastar and sold it to a magazine. His love for violent games is well-documented, making his recent criticism of GTA all the more surprising.

Controversial History

His comments have drawn attention to his own controversial history, which includes spreading conspiracy theories, engaging in questionable workplace practices, and facing legal issues in multiple countries. Critics suggest that Musk’s sudden aversion to violence in video games may be a calculated move to align himself with certain political views.

Intensified Scrutiny and Criticism

As Musk continues to court controversy, it seems his recent actions on Twitter have only served to intensify scrutiny and criticism from different quarters.