German Game Creator Dies in Livestream Suicide
Manuel Otto, creator of Stick Run, died by setting himself on fire during a Twitch livestream.
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Manuel Otto, a German influencer and creator of the popular multiplayer game Stick Run, has died at the age of 30 after setting himself on fire during a Twitch livestream, according to local reports. Otto, whose full name was Marc-Manuel Alexander Otto, was found dead following a fire at a property in Bavaria, Germany, after a neighbor noticed the blaze and attempted to extinguish it.
Live Stream and Platform Response
Twitch has removed the livestream and related video content following the incident. A Twitch spokesperson stated, “What took place is horrible, and the mental health and wellbeing of our community matters deeply to us.” The spokesperson added that the platform “moved quickly to remove the channel and Video on Demand to prevent it from being viewed by others” and encouraged users to seek support for mental health issues.
Creator’s Legacy and Game Success
Otto developed Stick Run at the age of 14 and launched it as a free-to-play game on Facebook in 2010. The game has since attracted over 43 million players worldwide, according to Dexerto. The game is available on desktops and mobile devices, and remains a popular title in the gaming community.
Stick Run’s Official Response
The Stick Run account on X posted a statement acknowledging the livestream: “Stick Run is aware of a livestream on Twitch involving its creator and owner, Manuel Otto, in which he appeared to have taken his own life. We understand that Twitch has since removed the livestream and associated video.” The post also urged followers to avoid spreading unverified information and encouraged anyone with relevant information to come forward.
Official Confirmation of Death
On Tuesday, Stick Run released a follow-up statement confirming Otto’s death: “It is with a heavy heart that we confirm and announce the passing of our creator, developer, and fellow Stick Runner, Marc-Manuel Alexander Otto.” The statement reflected the community’s grief and acknowledged the impact Otto had on the game and its players.
Otto’s livestream, which can be found by searching “Stick Run” or his name on X, shows him dressed in feminine clothing and laying down on a couch where he lights himself on fire. The incident has sparked discussions about mental health awareness and the role of social media in such tragic events.
Source: Breitbart
