Vince Zampella, a Gaming Pioneer, Has Died in a Los Angeles Car Crash

The developer in a recent photo
Vince Zampella in July 2025

Vince Zampella, who helped create the immensely successful video game Call of Duty, has passed away in a car accident in Los Angeles, California at the age of 55.

His passing was announced by Electronic Arts, the parent company of Respawn Entertainment, the development studio he co-founded.

The renowned video game developer passed away following his car crashed and caught fire on a highway in LA on Sunday morning, as reported by.

"This is a devastating loss, and we stand with Vince's loved ones, his family, and all those touched by his creative vision," a spokesperson for Electronic Arts commented.
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