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Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Claps Back at Elon Musk

3/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed playfully responded to Elon Musk's criticism of streamer Hasan Piker.
Musk labeled Piker a "fraud" for promoting the game Shadows Once More.
The game’s account referenced Musk's supposed use of account-boosting services.
This exchange gained traction, with the tweet amassing over 480,000 likes.
Shadows Once More has attracted over 2 million players, despite facing criticism.

History

Historical Context

Elon Musk's recent criticism of streamer Hasan Piker and the game "Shadows Once More" echoes his history of public disputes, notably with media figures and companies. In 2018, Musk faced backlash for his erratic Twitter behavior, which impacted Tesla's stock. His polarizing persona has often led to confrontations, reminiscent of past controversies involving public figures and their influence on social media narratives.

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Story summary

Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed playfully responded to Elon Musk's criticism of streamer Hasan Piker.
Musk labeled Piker a "fraud" for promoting the game Shadows Once More.
The game’s account referenced Musk's supposed use of account-boosting services.
This exchange gained traction, with the tweet amassing over 480,000 likes.
Shadows Once More has attracted over 2 million players, despite facing criticism.

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