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  • 05/04/2023
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Genshin Impact tried to hold an Elon Musk challenge, and the community wasn't impressed

A bizarre Genshin Impact PR stunt involving Elon Musk appears to have been canceled after community backlash.

Genshin Impact tried to hold an Elon Musk challenge, and the community wasn't impressed

Earlier today, the official Genshin Impact Twitter account told fans that in celebration of two million followers, it would be hosting a community challenge. That challenge asked players to follow another account - named Ella Musk - with 'rewards' unlocked at certain follower counts.

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