Capcom has announced that the first 1000 to pre-order Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City from the Capcom Store will receive a limited edition "Welcome to Raccoon City" metal sign:

"Order now to ensure you get your free Welcome To Raccoon City sign. Replicating the Welcome sign that greets visitors entering Raccoon City, this 18" x 10" metal sign is limited to 1000 pieces worldwide!"

“Delivering a third person shooter team-based experience set in the dark and sinister Resident Evil universe, Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City sees players take on the role of an Umbrella Security Service soldier (U.S.S.) in a thrilling triple-threat battle as zombies and favorite B.O.W. (bio-organic weapon) enemies from the Resident Evil series add to the challenge.

A new type of horror comes to Xbox 360 and PS3 on March 20, 2012 when Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City launches in North America, with the PC version to follow.”

Catch up on Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City with our earlier coverage: