Vince Zampella, Has Died in an LA Vehicle Accident

The developer in July 2025
Vince Zampella in July 2025

The visionary game developer, the mind behind the wildly popular video game Call of Duty, has passed away in a traffic collision in the state of California at the age of 55.

His passing was verified by Electronic Arts, the parent company of Respawn Entertainment, the video game company that he helped create.

The influential game designer passed away following his car crashed and burst into flames on a highway in the Los Angeles area on this past Sunday, US media outlets report.

"We are facing a heartbreaking loss, and our deepest sympathies go to Vince's family, those closest to him, and all those touched by his creative vision," an official with Electronic Arts said.
Craig Nguyen
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