Vince Zampella, a Gaming Pioneer, Has Passed Away in a Los Angeles Vehicle Accident

Zampella in a recent photo
Zampella pictured in mid-2025

The co-creator of Call of Duty, renowned for co-creating the globally famous first-person shooter Call of Duty, has tragically died in a traffic collision in the state of California at the age of 55.

Zampella's death was confirmed by Electronic Arts, which owns Respawn Entertainment, the development studio that he helped create.

The celebrated industry figure died after his vehicle was involved in a crash and was engulfed in flames on a motorway in LA on this past Sunday, according to.

"We are facing a devastating loss, and our deepest sympathies go to Vince's family, his family, and the countless individuals inspired by his creative vision," a spokesperson for Electronic Arts said.
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