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

Vince Zampella in July 2025
Vince Zampella in July 2025

Vince Zampella, who helped create the immensely successful video game Call of Duty, has passed away in a vehicle crash in California at the age of 55.

The tragic news was verified by Electronic Arts, the publisher that controls Respawn Entertainment, the video game company that he helped create.

The influential video game developer lost his life when his vehicle was involved in a crash and caught fire on a motorway in the Los Angeles area on Sunday, according to.

"This is an unimaginable loss, and our deepest sympathies go to his family and friends, his loved ones, and the countless individuals inspired by his legacy," an official with Electronic Arts commented.
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