The Co-Creator of Call of Duty, Has Passed Away in a Los Angeles Car Crash

Zampella in July 2025
A photo of Vince Zampella from 2025

Vince Zampella, who helped create the immensely successful first-person shooter Call of Duty, has died in a traffic collision in the state of California he was 55 years old.

His passing was verified by Electronic Arts, which owns Respawn Entertainment, the video game company he co-founded.

The celebrated industry figure died after his car crashed and caught fire on a freeway in the Los Angeles area on this past Sunday, US media outlets report.

"We are facing a devastating loss, and we stand with Vince's loved ones, his family, and the countless individuals inspired by his creative vision," a representative from Electronic Arts stated.
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