German gaming influencer Manuel Otto dies after livestream incident

German influencer Manuel Otto, creator of Stick Run, dies at 30 after an incident during a livestream, reports say

German influencer Manuel Otto, known for creating the popular multiplayer game Stick Run as a teenager, has died at the age of 30 following an incident during a livestream.

The news was acknowledged by a spokesperson for Stick Run, who released a statement addressing the video and said Otto appeared to have died by suicide. The circumstances surrounding his death have not been fully confirmed, according to TMZ, which reported the news on October 21.

The Stick Run spokesperson also requested privacy for everyone affected by the tragedy and urged people not to spread unverified rumours online.

Details about the location of Otto’s death remain unclear. Reports have suggested a possible connection to an incident involving a fatal fire in Bavaria, Germany, although the circumstances have not been independently confirmed.

Otto was widely recognised for developing Stick Run when he was just 14. The multiplayer game gained popularity among players, helping establish his name in online gaming and internet culture.

Following news of his death, fans took to social media to share condolences and pay tribute to the German influencer. His death has prompted an outpouring of messages from people who remembered his contribution to online gaming.

At the time of reporting, further details about the incident and any official findings had not been made public.

Otto’s death comes amid renewed attention to the pressures and risks associated with online platforms, where livestreams can expose private moments to large audiences. However, no information has established a connection between those broader concerns and the circumstances of his death.