The Co-Creator of Call of Duty, Has Died in an LA Traffic Collision

Vince Zampella in a recent photo
Vince Zampella in July 2025

The visionary game developer, the mind behind the immensely successful first-person shooter Call of Duty, has tragically died in a vehicle crash in the state of California aged 55.

The tragic news was verified by Electronic Arts, the publisher that controls Respawn Entertainment, the development studio that he helped create.

The renowned industry figure died after his vehicle was involved in a crash and caught fire on a motorway in LA on Sunday morning, according to.

"This is an unimaginable loss, and we stand with his family and friends, those closest to him, and everyone impacted by his creative vision," an official with Electronic Arts commented.
Lisa Mccarthy
Lisa Mccarthy

A seasoned gaming journalist with over a decade of experience covering casino trends and slot machine strategies.