Microsoft has given a behind-the-scenes look at the making of 343 Industries' Halo 4, available for the Xbox 360 on November 6.

Set four years after the events in Halo 3, Master Chief returns to confront his destiny and face an ancient evil that threatens the fate of the entire universe. The game marks a new beginning for the landmark entertainment franchise that has sold more than 40 million games worldwide and inspired multiple best-selling novels, live-action shorts, comic books, action figures and apparel.