I'm not sure specifically as there could be many different 'dead inside' game stories. It might be about a character who feels emotionally dead or hollow inside while going through various in - game challenges and experiences.
No. Such a story is inappropriate and disrespectful to family members. We should respect the privacy and dignity of family members and avoid spreading unseemly stories about them.
I don't have the latest info. But you could try reaching out to comic stores or looking at industry reports to find out if they're still in production.