If you haven’t heard, Capcom is releasing Resident Evil 5 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 on Friday, March 13th. To celebrate this rather momentous occasion, Capcom is holding a blood drive.

Yes, you heard me right. Capcom is holding a blood drive to celebrate the release of a game about zombies blood-thirsty biological weapons. Rather ingenious, if you ask me.

If you live in Los Angeles and are interested in doing a good deed for your fellow man, the blood drive is being held at the World of Wonder Gallery between 11am and 5pm PST on March 13th. Sure, you won’t get a Wii for your troubles, but your donation could potentially save a life which is far more impressive. Plus the chicks will flock to you when you drop the “I saved a life” card. If you have questions, here is a FAQ from the American Red Cross.

Now, for the bad news. Below is the email that Capcom sent to the press regarding this event. I’m warning you now… it’s cheesy as hell.:

Come Give Resident Evil 5 A Shot and

Make A Positive Change For the Community on Resident Evil 5 Launch Day

Capcom will usher in the launch of Resident Evil 5 (on Xbox 360® and PlayStation 3) on Friday, March 13th by partnering with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive. On the way to pick up their very own copy of Resident Evil 5, gamers in the LA area will be invited to give back to the community by donating blood at the World of Wonder gallery on Hollywood Blvd. in Hollywood, Calif. from 11 am – 5 pm. In addition, fans of the series will have the chance to get exclusive limited-edition Resident Evil 5 Blood Drive collectibles, win copies of the game, enter a raffle for one of several exclusive red Xbox 360® Resident Evil limited edition consoles and most importantly, do their part to help a good cause.

Kiosks showcasing the game will also be on-hand for fans to get a sneak peek at the eagerly anticipated new game before heading to retailers to buy their own copy. Generous fans who donate blood will receive exclusive Resident Evil 5 limited edition items created specifically for this event, including a series of hand-numbered stylized posters, bumper stickers, buttons and a chance to win a copy of the game or an exclusive red Xbox 360® Resident Evil limited edition console. All Type‘O fans will learn that they can B Positive agents for their community, and they will find that ABit of blood can go a long way.

Capcom, I love you guys. I do. But please… never do that again.

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