The Co-Creator of Call of Duty, Has Died in an LA Traffic Collision

Zampella in a recent photo
A photo of Vince Zampella from 2025

The visionary game developer, the mind behind the immensely successful franchise Call of Duty, has passed away in a vehicle crash in the state of California at the age of 55.

The tragic news was confirmed by Electronic Arts, the publisher that controls Respawn Entertainment, a game studio that he helped create.

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, as reported by.

"We are facing a devastating loss, and our hearts are with his family and friends, his loved ones, and everyone impacted by his creative vision," a spokesperson for Electronic Arts commented.
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