'Call of Duty' enters space in first 'Infinite Warfare' trailer

LOS ANGELES, May 2 (UPI) -- Publisher Activision and developer Infinity Ward have released the first trailer for their latest entry in the Call of Duty series, Infinite Warfare.

Revealed Monday, the clip features the franchise's signature fast-paced military combat, large-scale battles and epic set pieces.

During one surprising moment, a character is shown entering the cockpit of a spaceship and blasting through the earth's atmosphere to wage war in outer space for the first time in the series. As a cover of David Bowie's "Space Oddity" is played, new planets, space stations and robotic companions are also shown.

"Call of Duty Infinite Warfare returns to the roots of the franchise where large-scale war and cinematic, immersive military storytelling take center stage," the trailer's synopsis reads. "Prepare for a gripping war story in which players fight against the Settlement Defense Front to defend our very way of life."

Also revealed at the end of footage, is confirmation that Infinity Ward's fan-favorite entry in the series, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare will be released in a remastered version for anyone who purchases a special edition of Infinite Warfare.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered will feature updated graphics, improved audio, the full single-player campaign and online multiplayer featuring 10 playable maps, according to Gamespot.

Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare is set for release Nov. 4 for Xbox One, Playstation 4 and PC.