The Halo series has a pretty solid track record of debuting spectacular live-action launch trailers to promote upcoming games. The latest, produced by David Fincher, is no different and keeps the series batting a thousand in the trailer department by giving a more personal look at Master Chief’s past. Although not as much action as some of the previous trailers, the Fight Club and Girl with the Dragon Tattoo director’s take on the series is perfect for what looks to be the darkest and most serious Halo game yet.

Check out the full-length trailer below for Halo 4 which comes out November 6, 2012 on Xbox 360.