Vince Zampella, Has Passed Away in a Los Angeles Traffic Collision

Vince Zampella in 2025
Zampella pictured in mid-2025

Vince Zampella, who helped create the immensely successful first-person shooter Call of Duty, has tragically died in a traffic collision in Los Angeles, California he was 55 years old.

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

The influential video game developer died after his vehicle was involved in a crash and burst into flames on a freeway in Los Angeles on Sunday, according to.

"This represents an unimaginable loss, and our hearts are with his family and friends, his loved ones, and the countless individuals inspired by his creative vision," a spokesperson for Electronic Arts said.
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