The Co-Creator of Call of Duty, Has Died in a Los Angeles Traffic Collision

The developer in July 2025
Vince Zampella in July 2025

Vince Zampella, the mind behind the globally famous franchise Call of Duty, has passed away in a traffic collision in California he was 55 years old.

Zampella's death was announced by Electronic Arts, the parent company of Respawn Entertainment, the development studio which he helped establish.

The renowned industry figure passed away following his vehicle was involved in a crash and was engulfed in flames on a freeway in Los Angeles on Sunday morning, according to.

"This is an unimaginable loss, and our deepest sympathies go to his family and friends, his loved ones, and all those touched by his legacy," a spokesperson for Electronic Arts stated.
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