Frequent readers of TalkXbox may be aware of the Two Worlds II contest that we mentioned a short time ago. Well we weren’t the only website participating in the contest, and after several weeks and hundreds of submissions Topware has finally nailed down the five winners who will receive a free copy of Two Worlds II on release date. The winners are from multiple sites but unfortunately it doesn’t seem like any of our readers won:

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This week’s episode of the TalkGames podcast takes a heavy look at Alpha Protocol. Unlike the rest of the internet, all three co-hosts who played the game enjoyed it quite a bit, which lead to around thirty minutes of talking about it. We also talk about how criticism for Mario seems impossible to do without ridicule, and mention some wonderful Red Dead Redemption multiplayer adventures. Here are the show notes:

A few of you may have seen our Two Worlds 2 coverage back during PAX East 2010, and if you recall we actually thought the game was looking alright. However, if you’re still a little skeptical and not sure if you want to buy the game… why not win it for free!!! The guys at Topware Interactive are running a little contest for Two Worlds II. Whoever makes the “best” user-made cape for the game will have the design included in the game, and get a free autographed copy of the retail release. Here are the official details: