Focus Entertainment and Uppercut Games Announce Partnership

Focus Entertainment Publishing and Uppercut Games have announced a new publishing partnership for the upcoming game, "Magicians: The Devil's Deal." Set for release in 2027, this narrative-driven FPS was first revealed at the Xbox Showcase on June 7, 2026, where it garnered significant attention. Players will navigate the role of Jacob, a skilled stage magician caught in a web of betrayal and power struggles.

This game represents an original intellectual property co-owned by Focus Entertainment Publishing and the Australian studio Uppercut Games. Developed by veteran industry teams, it combines exploration and atmospheric worldbuilding with intense confrontations. The partnership marks a new chapter following PULLUP Entertainment's minority investment in Uppercut Games.

Vincent Chataignier of Focus Entertainment expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, emphasizing the unique universe and creative gameplay experiences the game offers. Ed Orman of Uppercut Games highlighted the game's rich narrative and immersive world of stage magic, deception, and betrayal.

"Magicians: The Devil's Deal" will be available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.