Vince Zampella, a Gaming Pioneer, Has Died in a California Car Crash

Zampella in a recent photo
Vince Zampella in July 2025

Vince Zampella, renowned for co-creating the globally famous video game Call of Duty, has tragically died in a traffic collision in California he was 55 years old.

His passing was confirmed by Electronic Arts, the parent company of Respawn Entertainment, a game studio he co-founded.

The influential game designer passed away following his car crashed and was engulfed in flames on a motorway in LA on Sunday, as reported by.

"We are facing a devastating loss, and we stand with Vince's family, his loved ones, and all those touched by his creative vision," a representative from Electronic Arts said.
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