Vince Zampella, Has Died in a Los Angeles Car Crash

Zampella in July 2025
Vince Zampella in July 2025

Vince Zampella, who helped create the wildly popular first-person shooter Call of Duty, has died in a vehicle crash in California at the age of 55.

Zampella's death was verified by Electronic Arts, which owns Respawn Entertainment, a game studio which he helped establish.

The renowned industry figure passed away following his vehicle was involved in a crash and was engulfed in flames on a motorway in the Los Angeles area on Sunday morning, as reported by.

"This represents a heartbreaking loss, and our deepest sympathies go to Vince's family, those closest to him, and all those touched by his legacy," a spokesperson for Electronic Arts commented.
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