Vince Zampella, the renowned co-creator of Call of Duty and creator of Battlefield 6, has tragically died in a car crash, Electronic Arts (EA) confirmed on Monday. He was 55 years old.
The accident occurred on Sunday when Zampella was driving his Ferrari on a scenic route north of Los Angeles. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the car went off the road for unknown reasons, struck a concrete barrier, and was engulfed in flames.
Both Zampella and a passenger, who was ejected from the vehicle, died from their injuries. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Gaming Industry Mourns a Legendary Developer
Zampella was a highly influential video game developer and executive, widely recognized for shaping the first-person shooter genre. He co-founded the Call of Duty franchise, which boasts over 100 million active monthly players worldwide, and led Battlefield 6 to record-breaking sales earlier this year.
In a 2016 interview with IGN, Zampella reflected on the franchise’s immense popularity, noting that while developers dream of global success, they are often unprepared for its scale.
Legacy of Vince Zampella
Over the past two decades, Zampella’s work on the Battlefield franchise has engaged over 100 million players, establishing him as a legend in the video game industry. His innovations in military shooter games and his role in developing some of the world’s best-selling video games have left a lasting impact on the gaming community.
Fans, colleagues, and the wider gaming industry have expressed shock and grief at his sudden passing, honoring Zampella’s creativity, vision, and contributions to interactive entertainment.
