Vince Zampella, a Gaming Pioneer, Has Passed Away in an LA Car Crash
Vince Zampella, renowned for co-creating the wildly popular first-person shooter Call of Duty, has tragically died in a car accident in the state of California at the age of 55.
Zampella's death was announced by Electronic Arts, the parent company of Respawn Entertainment, a game studio that he helped create.
The celebrated industry figure lost his life when his vehicle was involved in a crash and was engulfed in flames on a highway in the Los Angeles area on this past Sunday, according to.
"This is a devastating loss, and our deepest sympathies go to Vince's family, his family, and the countless individuals inspired by his creative vision," an official with Electronic Arts commented.
