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The visionary game developer, renowned for co-creating the globally famous first-person shooter Call of Duty, has tragically died in a vehicle crash in California aged 55.

Zampella's death was verified by Electronic Arts, which owns Respawn Entertainment, the video game company that he helped create.

The renowned video game developer lost his life when his car crashed and burst into flames on a motorway in Los Angeles on Sunday morning, as reported by.

"This is a devastating loss, and our deepest sympathies go to his family and friends, his loved ones, and the countless individuals inspired by his creative vision," a representative from Electronic Arts stated.