In Elemental Rage HD for the iPad, you assume the role of Huna, a young Spirit Guide who must rescue the Elemental Spirits captured by an evil sorcerer and save lives in a distant world. Devan, a powerful dark sorcerer, has captured the Elemental Spirits, the source of all life on the planet, and created an army of soulless dark creatures that spread his reign of evil. Only a small group of brave soldiers lead by Talis, the Spirit Guide of Water, is putting up a fight against Devan’s tyranny. Their numbers are small, but they have a secret weapon – you. Free the Elemental Spirits to level up each element (air, earth, water and fire) and gain powerful moves as you unlock new areas.

Elemental Rage HD requires iOS 3.2 or later to play and is available for $6.99.

Might and Magic: Clash of Heroes™, an HD remake of the 2009 handheld title, is now available for download via the Xbox Live Arcade (1200 MS Points) and PlayStation Network ($14.99). The title aims to remain true to its original gameplay, while at the same time adding a new set of features. Players will be able to check out all five of the story-driven campaigns, or take each other on in either 1 vs. 1 or 2 vs. 2 matches online.

Section 8: Prejudice is but a mere week away from its Xbox Live Arcade debut. Soon you’ll be able to experience its 5-hour campaign and 32-player multiplayer modes. In the mean time, click play to check out the launch trailer for what TimeGate is calling their “cheap but oh so excellent shooter.”

Today, Ubisoft released the co-op trailer for Outland. The trailer provides a glimpse of some of the challenges that players will encounter as they travel through a world split between light and darkness. The game is scheduled to release on the PlayStation Network April 26 for $9.99, and at the Xbox Live Arcade April 27 for 800 Microsoft Points.

Burda:ic has released their newest trailer for ARGO Online, their Steampunk-fantasy MMO that’s currently going through its open beta phase. Whether players choose to side with the Noblian or Floresslah factions, they will each have a part to play in the war for control over the rare Earthdium element. The clip features footage from the newly discovered continent of Naihill. In addition to new lands (and dungeons) to explore, Naihill offers new PvP battles, new mounts, and new pets.

SOE has recently announced their sixtieth update, The Children of War, for EverQuest II. The update adds new dungeons and tweaks existing systems, new raids with new bosses, new daily missions, the Crystal Caverns, a solo shard quest, and two new heritage quests. On the PVP side, SOE has added a new Battleground map called The Frozen Tundra, a game type called Vanquish, and more PVP armor. The developer is also trying to tease former players back into the fold. If you have an inactive account for EverQuest II, you can return to the game and try out the new content for free between April 14 and 21. You’ll also receive a flying mount for signing up again. A game lobby has also been introduced, giving players a place to gather between matches.

The famous detective shows a little more of his latest adventure. Through these latest screens, you will discover some of the places you will get to explore during what is billed to be “a particularly tricky” investigation. The Testament of Sherlock Holmes is scheduled to release for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC this fall.

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This new video shows that the Portal-themed mayhem continues. It features a completely new level for Teotl’s action-adventure title, The Ball. This Portalesque level is available via Steam as free DLC for everyone who owns the game.

With E3 coming up in June, a lot of eyes will be on Rare and their work with Kinect. They have already said that they have only scratched the surface of the device’s capabilities, claiming only 10% has been used. Now, we are hearing a bit of what that the other 90% may be.

The power to use your voice with your Xbox is something Rare is excited about. Scott Henson, Rare’s studio manager, told MCV, “The ability to say ‘Xbox Pause’ and it pauses is just the beginning. It’s magic, but it should be just like having a conversation moving forward.”

L.A. Noire‘s release is fast approaching, and for those that have the luxury of both a PS3 and an 360 it’s always tough trying to decide which version to buy. According to Destructoid, however, PlayStation may have made a move to entice you with exclusive content. Consul’s Car Traffic Chase is believed to be a new mission that will be available only on the PS3. Rockstar has not confirmed anything yet, but if it is true, it makes opting for the PS3 version (and its better graphics) even more tempting.

The Fish Dies in the End is all about a cute little fish trying to survive as long as possible. The fish remains in the same horizontal position, near the left edge of the screen, and as he swims, all manner of sea denizens pass from right to left. Predators are avoided by controlling his buoyancy: touch the screen and he rises, release and he descends. The fish has three lives during each round of gameplay, and the game features 3 levels of play, deadly boss sharks, comprehensive game statistics and scoring, color graphics, realistic air bubbles, bonus pearls, and life extensions.

The Fish Dies in the End requires iOS 3.1 or later to play and is available for the iPhone and iPad for $0.99.

We just received this urgent bulletin from our friends over at Tripwire Interactive.

“It has been brought to our attention that Killing Floor has updated for all clients, with a full, free, new Portal-themed prototype level. This is a complete, fully-functional level, but was not yet due for release. While we are investigating the source of the leak, everyone who owns Killing Floor is welcome to explore the new level and let us know what you find! We suspect that this may be part of the bedlam that has been going on since Potato Fool’s Day.“

Until the situation is rectified, they will continue to offer Killing Floor at a 50% discount via Steam.

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Divinity II: The Dragon Knight Saga, the 100-plus hour action RPG from Atlus, is now available in stores across North America for only $39.99. The game tells the tale of a long absent nemesis rising up to threaten an already war-torn realm. In addition to numerous quests to solve, secrets to uncover, and new abilities to master, players can take to the skies as a powerful, fire-breathing dragon.

Valve, in partnership with Aperture Science Laboratories, has released Boots, the fourth and final installment of the Product series of Aperture investment videos. From the video, potential investors can learn more about the latest in momentum-resistant footwear, the Long Fall Boot. Aperture’s documentary video game, Portal 2, will be available Tuesday, April 19.

Ubisoft has announced the development of PowerUp Heroes, a full-body combat game exclusively for Kinect™. Developed by Longtail Studios, the game will let players transform their avatar into a custom superhero to face off in a fight against the forces of evil, when it releases in June.

Players control each move in combat by using their entire body to launch projectiles, dodge strikes and counter deadly attacks. Players can also unleash super assaults on their opponents in a two-player cosmic showdown online. Additional modes will include local two-player versus and four-player tournament. Players prepare their Xbox 360 avatar for battle by infusing their super suit with deadly powers and special abilities. After the character destroys an enemy in battle, they will strip them of the super suit and wield their power for their next battle. There are 20 super suits to collect including the Necromancer suit which allows the player to control a horde of skeletons, and the Mentalist suit that gives the player the ability to break into their enemy’’s mind.