German Game Developer Dies After Apparent Livestream of Suicide

October 23, 2026 - 04:20

The body of Manuel Otto, a 30 year old German video game creator, was found by firefighters responding to an attic fire in Bavaria. Otto was best known for creating the popular game Stick Run, which brought him recognition in the gaming community.

Authorities discovered his body after emergency services were called to the scene of a fire in an attic. The circumstances surrounding his death suggest he had been livestreaming on the internet before his death, according to reports from the region.

Otto had built a following through his work in game development, with Stick Run becoming his most notable project. The game attracted a significant player base and established his reputation in the industry.

The incident has drawn attention to questions about online broadcasting and the responsibilities of streaming platforms. His death has prompted reactions from those who followed his work and from others in the gaming world.

Investigators are looking into the events that led to the fire and his death. Further details have not been released by officials at this time.