Only videogame purists refuse to utilize the internet for help in 2026. I grew up in an era where internet guides were proliferating, forums were the ideal place to seek answers to the Pokémon puzzles that plagued my playtime, and yet my internet access and ‘screen time’ was managed by my parents. These days, it’s far easier to find the perfect guide for every game, and yet Elon Musk still allegedly delayed an update to his Grok AI so that it could answer Baldur’s Gate 3 questions more accurately.
Listen, we’ve all been there. Whether you’re wondering what the best Baldur’s Gate 3 classes are, or you just want to make sure you romance Astarion correctly, this is an RPG that practically requires guides (at least on your subsequent playthroughs). I didn’t realize I’d completely skipped an entire area the first time around!
With the increase in AI chatbots scouring the internet for autocomplete-style answers to all of your questions, it’s only natural that players are turning to them for help with the games, too—Baldur’s Gate 3 included. However, I don’t think anyone expected Elon Musk to delay a crucial Grok update because it kept getting Baldur’s Gate questions wrong. Or did we?
The news comes from a Business Insider report. Sources claim that “a model release was delayed for several days because Musk was dissatisfied with how the chatbot answered detailed questions about the videogame ‘Baldur’s Gate.’” This raises eyebrows: are we really in a place where the accuracy of AI video game responses can affect corporate timelines?
AI has been a double-edged sword, impacting critical thinking skills, contributing to mental health issues for those living near data centers, and influencing hardware prices. However, Grok stands out as a particularly controversial subject. After scandals involving Hitler and inappropriate imagery, one would think Musk would prioritize more pressing issues than ensuring his AI is a gaming guru.
Yet here we are, with Musk seemingly more invested in teaching the AI to master popular games than addressing larger, more impactful problems. Reports mention a dedicated “war room” for Grok’s training in League of Legends. Perhaps Musk envisions a future where Grok takes his account to new heights on the ranked leaderboard, similar to his (alleged) tactics in Diablo 4.
When it comes to using AI for video game guidance, caution is warranted. AI systems like Grok often perpetuate inaccuracies by drawing from outdated or incomplete sources. They tend to regurgitate the most common answers rather than critically assessing their validity. This is especially problematic in the context of a game like Baldur’s Gate 3, which has undergone numerous patches and updates since its launch. Reliance on outdated information can lead to frustrating gaming experiences.
Moreover, if you find yourself relying on an AI to play for you, it begs the question: how much do you actually enjoy the game? The essence of gaming lies in exploration, discovery, and sometimes, learning from mistakes. Over-relying on AI for shortcuts diminishes that unique experience.