Magic users in video games typically go the high-fantasy route, like a wizard in Baldur’s Gate 3, or a mythical, supernatural route, like Hazel in South of Midnight, but it’s not too often you see magic used by people who look like real-life stage magicians. In Magicians: The Devil’s Deal, you play as exactly that, a spellcaster who performs tricks with a white-tipped wand, a deck of cards, and probably a rabbit-stuffed top hat. Check out the reveal trailer below:
The first-person view, art style, and late 1800s setting reminds me specifically of Dishonored – sort of steampunk adjacent, but with a distinct arcane flair. According to the trailer’s description, the game takes place in the realms of Theatreland, and you’ll use stage magic to become “the ultimate trickster.” Of course, this all seems to be thanks to a deal the protagonist has made with the devil; they’re a lot more powerful, but at what cost?
Magicians: The Devil’s Deal is being developed by Uppercut games and published by Focus Entertainment. It comes out sometime in 2027, and is an Xbox exclusive, launching on Game Pass day one. For more Xbox, check out the new details about Halo and Fable or check out our Summer Game Fest Coverage hub.
