The saddest story we've ever had to cover

Though it's not strictly CS:GO related, we at TLDR give our condolences to Reckful, his family and friends, and anyone whose life he has touched in any way, big or small, after the streamer was confirmed to have passed away at 31 years old. Rest in Peace.

His last few tweets were heartbreaking, and reading the last public words of a man who took his own life chill even the hardest soul to the bone. This message from Becca, a girl who he placed his everlasting love in at the end of his too-short life, is equally sad, but conveys a better message.

Mental health is something that we should never ignore, and though we are often told to talk about mental health, that sometimes isn't enough. Talking publicly about it is easier than ever, but realistically, you have to find your own way to deal with it, and just talking about it sometimes isn't enough. Talking to a trusted friend, calling your parents or even calling a helpline when you feel helpless are things you need to do - but speaking to doctors, therapists and the likes are also helpful to some people.

We at TLDR would like to extend an arm, and say to any of our readers that if you ever find yourself feeling lonely, helpless, depressed or just need a virtual hug, that our DMs are open. Don't struggle alone. Don't less this story repeat itself. You matter.

I, aizyesque, have had struggles with mental health issues and I'm quite open about them, so while I may not understand everything, there are issues that I've dealt with before. I take medication for anxiety and have done for a few years, in order to ease the panic attacks and sleep deprivation which have plagued me ever since a particularly destructive relationship I had in my teens.

You don't have to be that open, but we believe it's easier to be personal and open up to someone who makes themselves vulnerable. You shouldn't hesitate to confide in us, if you so choose. We care about you.

We would also like to recommend HealthyGamerGG - the work of Dr.K is important and many of his videos can help any of us in an online age.