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Gaming influencer Manuel Otto dies age 30 after live stream suicide
Gaming influencer Manuel Otto, creator of Stick Run, dies age 30 after taking his own life during Twitch stream.
In brief
Gaming influencer Manuel Otto, creator of Stick Run, dies age 30 after taking his own life during Twitch stream. Gaming influencer Manuel Otto, creator of Stick Run, died age 30 after taking his own life during a Twitch livestream. Originally reported by Dailymail.
Manuel Otto dies age 30
Gaming influencer Manuel Otto, creator of Stick Run, died age 30 after taking his own life during a Twitch livestream.
Stick Run creator's death confirmed
Stick Run company confirmed Otto's death in a statement released Tuesday evening in Germany.
Live stream incident
Otto reportedly took his own life during a Twitch livestream on Tuesday evening.
Stick Run company statement
Stick Run company posted statement saying Otto's work became 'part of our lives' and his legacy will live on through players.
Stick Run's impact
Stick Run, a free-to-play game launched in 2010, was played by over 43 million people worldwide.
Community reaction
Gaming fans shared condolences online, calling Stick Run a 'piece of our childhood'.
Company's emotional appeal
Stick Run company urged viewers to respect privacy and refrain from spreading unverified information.
Suicide prevention resources
US National Suicide Prevention hotline available at 988 or SuicidePreventionLifeline.org.
Otto's background
Otto created Stick Run at age 14 and passed away in Germany on Tuesday evening.
Company's legacy statement
Stick Run company said the game was 'more than just a game' and became a cherished part of childhood memories.
Community response
Fans described Stick Run as a 'piece of our childhood' and shared heartfelt condolences online.
Company's call for privacy
Stick Run company asked viewers to respect privacy and not spread unverified information about the incident.
Twitch stream removal
Twitch removed the livestream and associated video after Otto's death.
Stick Run's global reach
Stick Run was played by over 43 million people worldwide since its 2010 launch.
Otto's age at death
Otto died age 30 after creating Stick Run at age 14.
Company's emotional closure
Stick Run company shared condolences for Otto's family and friends and said 'you will never be forgotten'.
The bottom line
Gaming influencer Manuel Otto, creator of Stick Run, died age 30 after taking his own life during a Twitch livestream.
