Vince Zampella, a Gaming Pioneer, Dies in an LA Car Crash

Zampella in July 2025
A photo of Vince Zampella from 2025

The co-creator of Call of Duty, the mind behind the globally famous video game Call of Duty, has died in a vehicle crash in the state of California at the age of 55.

The tragic news was confirmed by Electronic Arts, which owns Respawn Entertainment, a game studio he co-founded.

The celebrated game designer passed away following his automobile collided and was engulfed in flames on a highway in the Los Angeles area on this past Sunday, according to.

"This represents a devastating loss, and our deepest sympathies go to Vince's family, his loved ones, and everyone impacted by his creative vision," a representative from Electronic Arts commented.
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