The official soundtrack for Halo 4 - the latest edition of Microsoft's killer video game franchise - has been announced as "a stunning orchestral/electronic opus" by the award-winning producer and composer Neil Davidge.

This album marks the first time a new composer has taken the reins for the iconic series’ musical score since the launch of the original Halo game more than a decade ago.

Davidge is responsible for co-writing and producing music by Massive Attack, David Bowie, Snoop Dog, ...