The Co-Creator of Call of Duty, Has Died in a California Vehicle Accident

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The co-creator of Call of Duty, renowned for co-creating the globally famous franchise Call of Duty, has tragically died in a vehicle crash in California aged 55.

The tragic news was announced by Electronic Arts, the publisher that controls Respawn Entertainment, the video game company he co-founded.

The celebrated video game developer passed away following his vehicle was involved in a crash and was engulfed in flames on a freeway in the Los Angeles area on this past Sunday, according to.

"This represents a heartbreaking loss, and our deepest sympathies go to Vince's family, his loved ones, and all those touched by his legacy," an official with Electronic Arts stated.
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