The Co-Creator of Call of Duty, Dies in a California Traffic Collision

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

Vince Zampella, the mind behind the wildly popular franchise Call of Duty, has tragically died in a car accident in California aged 55.

The tragic news was announced by Electronic Arts, the parent company of Respawn Entertainment, the video game company he co-founded.

The influential game designer lost his life when his car crashed and caught fire on a highway in LA on Sunday morning, according to.

"This represents a devastating loss, and our hearts are with his family and friends, those closest to him, and the countless individuals inspired by his creative vision," a spokesperson for Electronic Arts stated.
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