Vince Zampella, a Gaming Pioneer, Dies in a Los Angeles Car Crash

The developer in July 2025
Zampella pictured in mid-2025

The visionary game developer, renowned for co-creating the globally famous franchise Call of Duty, has tragically died in a vehicle crash in California aged 55.

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

The celebrated video game developer died after his car crashed and burst into flames on a motorway in LA on Sunday morning, according to.

"This represents a devastating loss, and our hearts are with Vince's loved ones, those closest to him, and all those touched by his legacy," a representative from Electronic Arts stated.
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