India, Oct. 21 -- The creator of the video game Stick Run appeared to take his own life during a broadcast on the livestreaming platform Twitch, according to a statement posted by the game.

"Stick Run is aware of a livestream on Twitch involving its creator and owner, Manuel Otto, in which he appeared to have taken his own life. We understand that Twitch has since removed the livestream and associated video," Stick Run wrote on X.

It added, "We are deeply concerned by this situation and ask that everyone respect the privacy of those involved during this difficult time. We encourage the community to refrain from spreading unverified information or speculation. If you have any information that may help clarify the circumstances surroundin...