SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — February 25, 2009 – Microsoft today unveiled an Xbox 360® Resident Evil Limited Edition console bundle* to celebrate the landmark “Resident Evil” franchise coming to Xbox 360. Xbox 360 fans will be able to pick up the bundle, which features an exclusive red Xbox 360 on March 13.   

For the recommended retail price of $569**, fans can enjoy the same premium Xbox 360 Elite experience for an even greater value with a copy of “Resident Evil 5,” matching Limited Edition red Wireless Controller, Xbox 360 Headset, a 120 GB Hard Drive, exclusive premium “Resident Evil 5” theme (download via Xbox LIVE), and more.  Supplies are very limited, so “Resident Evil” fans will want to pre-order to avoid disappointment.  

The new two-player cooperative experience*** in “Resident Evil 5” is a perfect fit for Xbox LIVE.* With 17 million members and growing, Xbox LIVE connects “Resident Evil” fans and their new red Xbox 360 consoles to their friends on the couch or across the globe. To further provide a taste of the full entertainment experience available on Xbox LIVE, fans will also receive a bonus card to download the hit Xbox LIVE Arcade title from Capcom, “Super Street Fighter® ll Turbo HD Remix.” 

*Red Xbox console available exclusively to EB Games & can be pre-ordered from today. For more information on the offer visit www.ebgames.com.au       

** The price you pay will be determined by the retailer. While stocks last, limited time only.

***Xbox LIVE Gold Membership required