Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX and the world's richest man, has made headlines not only for his wealth but also for his impressive gaming skills. Recently, he achieved a remarkable feat in Diablo 4, completing tier 150 in under two minutes. Additionally, Musk showcased his prowess in Path of Exile 2, even getting kicked out for playing 'too well'.
In a surprising twist, Musk shared a recent gaming experience via X (formerly Twitter), where he played Path of Exile 2 mid-flight, thanks to SpaceX's Starlink internet. He highlighted the advancements in technology that now allow real-time gaming from an airplane, thrilling his 207 million followers.
However, Musk tempered excitement about the future of gaming on Mars. He acknowledged that while it might be technically possible, the vast distance between Earth and Mars poses a significant challenge due to the speed of light. With signal delays ranging from 4 to 20 minutes, real-time gaming would be impractical.
This revelation sparked a lively discussion among fans, many joking about the long ping times and suggesting humorous solutions like running an ethernet cable between planets. Musk's comments have ignited curiosity about the future of gaming, especially with his recent announcement of starting an AI game studio. While interplanetary gaming remains a distant dream, for now, Earthbound gamers can enjoy Starlink connectivity at 30,000 feet.
As we look to the future, one question remains: will we ever game across planets, or is it merely a fantasy?