Three years after receiving a diagnosis of motor neurone disease (MND), well-known streamer Puppers passed away at the age of 32.
The American Twitch streamer gained notoriety while playing the survival game Dead by Daylight, where he was admired for his optimism.
After learning of his diagnosis, the gaming community came together to support him and created the Light in the Fog Foundation, which raised $270,000 (£216,00) to help with his medical expenses.
Puppers was "forever in our hearts, eternally comfy," according to the foundation, using his catchphrase.
The streamer Puppers, also known as Max, would encourage his audience to "stay comfortable, because if you're comfortable, you're winning.".
In 2020, the streamer received a diagnosis of ALS, the most prevalent type of MND.
According to the NHS, it causes weakness that worsens over time and has an impact on the brain and nerves. Although there is no treatment for the disease, there are ways to lessen how much of an impact it has on a person's daily life.
He "loved you all so very much," according to a post on his Twitter page that announced his passing.
The message read, "Thank you for all of the love and support throughout his career; truly, making you all happy was what he lived for.
Eshleee, Sunshine, and Silver, Max's online aliases, "moved across the country" to offer care and support after learning that he had ALS.
Sunshine told the BBC, "It was the biggest test and the biggest joy of my life to be his caregiver as he fought this absolutely awful disease.
I will always remember him, and his absence will leave a void in my heart. ".
Eshleee called the streamer "a beacon of positivity," while Silver said they "will always remember" Max's laugh and playing Dead by Daylight next to him.
They said, "I can't think of anyone who has had a greater impact on my life or the lives of so many.".
"These last two years I had with him were priceless, and I wouldn't trade a second of them for anything. ".
When Max was given his diagnosis, the three said they were "devastated," and they created Light in the Fog to support him.
A multi-day fundraiser organized by more than 150 Dead by Daylight streamers to support Mr. Beast's care and treatment was aided by the support of online celebrities like Mr. Beast, the YouTuber with the most subscribers in the entire world.
The group is currently appealing to the public for additional funds to help pay for his funeral expenses as well as any unpaid medical bills associated with his treatment.
The gaming industry as a whole has been overwhelmingly supportive, referring to him as a "true gaming champion" and "a kind soul we didn't deserve.".
The creators of Dead by Daylight referred to him as "one of the brightest lights in The Fog," a feature that aids in keeping players hidden from one another, and had previously added an item to the game in his honor.
Hundreds of fan responses to the news were posted at the same time, each ending with Puppers' distinctive sign off. Many of the comments said, "Rest easy, stay comfortable."