Call of Duty Creator Vince Zampella Dies in California Road Accident

Sacramanto, California, USA: In recent years, there has been a noticeable rise in reports of celebrities being injured or losing their lives in road accidents. In a tragic incident, the creator of the globally popular video game franchise Call of Duty has passed away.

Vince Zampella, the creator of the Call of Duty video game series and a highly respected figure who earned millions of fans in a short period, died in a road accident at the age of 55. Reports state that Zampella lost his life while driving a Ferrari sports car in California. He was a well-known and influential personality in the video gaming industry.

Zampella was also involved in developing successful titles such as Titanfall, Apex Legends, and Star Wars Jedi. His sudden demise has deeply saddened video game enthusiasts across the world. He previously served as the chief executive of Infinity Ward, the company behind the development of the Call of Duty franchise.

The Call of Duty series created a massive global sensation in the gaming world. First launched in 2003 under the title World War 2, the game quickly set new trends in the industry. To date, more than 500 million copies have been sold worldwide. Zampella was best recognized for his contribution to Call of Duty, which currently attracts over 100 million active players every month.

Describing his death as a major loss, a spokesperson for Electronic Arts stated that the end of Zampella’s journey in the video game industry is truly tragic.

December 23, 2025