Dante’s Inferno 2: New Details Revealed
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Unveiled: The Cancelled Sequel to Dante’s Inferno – ‘Dantes Purgatorio’
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A thorough look at the abandoned sequel to EA’s cult classic, including a 240-page script and concept art, reveals a darker, more ambitious vision for Dante’s journey.
Updated November 6, 2025, 11:32:01 AM PST
The Legacy of Dante’s Inferno
Released in 2010, *Dante’s Inferno* garnered a dedicated following for its brutal action combat and unique take on Dante Alighieri’s *Divine Comedy*.Often described as a precursor to the *Dark Souls* and *God of war* franchises, the game blended challenging gameplay with a dark, compelling narrative. Despite its critical and commercial success, EA ultimately abandoned the project, leaving fans to speculate about a potential sequel.
For years, the fate of a follow-up remained a mystery.Now, thanks to a report by IGN, the details of *Dantes Purgatorio* have finally come to light.
Inside ‘Dantes Purgatorio’: A 240-Page Script reveals the vision
IGN obtained a 240-page script for *dantes Purgatorio*, penned by Joshua Rubin, a co-writer of *Assassin’s Creed 2*. The script, along with accompanying concept art and game design documents, paints a picture of a sequel that aimed to expand upon the original’s themes and gameplay in significant ways.
The story would have continued Dante’s journey through the afterlife, focusing on the second realm of the *Divine Comedy*: Purgatory. Unlike the straightforward descent into Hell in the first game, *Dantes purgatorio* would have presented a more complex and morally ambiguous landscape. The narrative explored themes of redemption, repentance, and the struggle against inner demons.
Key Features and Gameplay Concepts
The script details several key gameplay concepts that would have differentiated *Dantes Purgatorio* from its predecessor:
- Moral Choices: Players would have faced challenging moral choices that impacted dante’s journey and the fate of the souls he encountered.
- Expanded Combat System: The combat system was intended to be more nuanced and strategic, with a greater emphasis on timing and positioning.
- Purgatory as a Dynamic Habitat: Purgatory itself was envisioned as a dynamic and evolving environment, reflecting Dante’s progress and choices.
- Heaven and Hell Conflict: The battle between Heaven and Hell was to be intensified, with both sides vying for control of Purgatory.