German 'Stick Run' Creator Dies During Twitch Livestream

The streaming platform "Twitch" witnessed a tragic incident on Tuesday evening, October 20, where a German influencer died during a live broadcast of shocking events. This concerns Manuel Otto, who created the famous video game "Stick Run," and he took his own life in a horrific manner that caused widespread shock among followers.

Incident Details and Official Response

Otto, aged 30, began the livestream before setting fire to his body, causing a blaze inside his home located in southeastern Germany. Neighbors reported noticing flames rising and attempted to extinguish the fire, but they found his body too late.

The company "Stick Run" confirmed awareness of what happened during the broadcast, noting that the "Twitch" platform removed the recording and associated video immediately after the incident occurred. In an official statement published via the "X" platform, the company said: "We are aware of a livestream involving Manuel Otto, in which he appeared to take his own life." The company urged the community to avoid speculation or spreading unreliable information about the incident.

Game Legacy and Global Impact

In a second statement, the company praised Otto and highlighted the significant importance of the game he developed for millions of users worldwide. It added: "Stick Run was much more than just a game. For many of us, it was part of our childhood." It offered condolences to the developer's family and friends, while a large number of fans joined farewell messages recalling the impact the game had on their growth stages.

To date, neither the family nor authorities have revealed the exact reason behind Otto's decision to end his life. The success story began in 2010, when Otto launched the game as a free title on the "Facebook" platform at only fourteen years old. The game later underwent modifications to suit mobile phones, relying on controlling a character that avoids obstacles and competes with other players.

According to available data, the number of "Stick Run" users exceeded 43 million people worldwide, making it one of the most successful social platform games of the last decade.