Stick Run creator Manuel Otto dies at 30 years old 

Manuel Otto, the creator of the popular online game Stick Run, has died at the age of 30 following a reported incident during a Twitch livestream.

The game’s official team confirmed his death and appealed to fans to respect the privacy of those involved, avoid speculation, and refrain from sharing footage of the incident.

Otto began developing  Stick Run  in 2010 when he was just 14 years old. What started as a simple game featuring a stick figure navigating obstacles grew into a worldwide hit, attracting more than 43 million players on Facebook before expanding to mobile platforms.

The game became a favourite among many young players during the social-network gaming era, allowing friends to compete, overcome obstacles, and repeatedly attempt to beat their previous performances.

Otto’s achievement at such a young age helped make Stick Run a memorable part of many players’ childhoods.

His death has sparked sadness among fans, with many mourning the loss of a creator whose work entertained millions around the world.

May his soul rest in peace 🙏