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Video Game Pioneer Vince Zampella Dies at 55 in Los Angeles-Area Car Crash

Video Game Pioneer Vince Zampella Dies at 55 in Los Angeles-Area Car Crash

Summary

Vince Zampella, a key figure in video game development, died in a car accident near Los Angeles at age 55. He was known for creating popular games like Call of Duty, Titanfall, and Apex Legends.

Key Facts

  • Vince Zampella died at age 55 in a car crash near Los Angeles.
  • The crash occurred at around 12:45 p.m. on Angeles Crest Highway.
  • Zampella's vehicle hit a concrete barrier, and he was declared dead at the scene.
  • A passenger in the vehicle also died from injuries from the crash.
  • Zampella co-founded Infinity Ward and Respawn Entertainment.
  • He was influential in creating first-person shooter games, including Call of Duty, Titanfall, and Apex Legends.
  • Most recently, he worked on the Battlefield game series with Electronic Arts.

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