What if you were to descend into the underworld, controller in hand? After Enotria: The Last Song, Italian studio Jyamma Games is back with an ambitious project: La Divina Commedia. Presented at Gamescom 2025'sOpening Night Live, the game was revealed through a trailer combining bloody combat and quotations from Dante Alighieri. Developed and published by Jyamma Games, this new action-RPG has already been announced for PC, while a console release is also planned, without specifying the platforms involved or a launch window.
Designed as a dark fantasy action-RPG combining hack and slash and exploration, La Divina Commedia promises a dynamic and demanding experience. The combat system is based on a wide range of weapons, all with distinct mechanics that can be forged and customized. Armor will receive the same treatment, offering multiple possibilities for progression. The universe will be structured around procedurally generated dungeons, with a narrative based on the Seven Deadly Sins, reminiscent of Dante's Inferno on PS3. Dual hero personalization is also announced, allowing players to embody a character with male or female attributes.
"Make your way to the depths of Hell and battle demonic forces as a poet-warrior, lured and trapped into the bowels of the underworld. As you descend into the infernal circles in search of an escape route, you'll have to battle ever-more powerful foes as you struggle to atone for your sinful past. Defeat the armies of darkness and confront the ultimate choice, the one that will determine whether The Divine Comedy can be restored to all its former glory".
La Divina Commedia is aimed primarily at fans of demanding, dark games, who appreciate both the intensity of combat and the depth of the literary worlds revisited. The title could also appeal to fans of Soulslike and hack and slash, as well as those with fond memories of the beat'em up Dante's Inferno, released fifteen years ago.
Conversely, the game is not for players looking for a light, accessible or relaxing experience. The demanding combat mechanics, dark universe and procedural dimension may put off those who prefer classic narrative games, user-friendly multiplayer experiences or more mainstream productions. Nor is it a title to be preferred by casual gamers looking for quick and easy progression, as the advertised difficulty and hellish thematics demand patience and investment.
Jyamma Games' ambition is clear: to offer a spectacular videogame retelling of a monument of Italian literature. With its blend of action, procedural storytelling and Dante-inspired hellish universe, La Divina Commedia could well prove to be a surprise. But for now, the lack of a release date and concrete gameplay suggest caution. Nevertheless, if all the ingredients announced live up to their promise, the game could become a benchmark in the dark fantasy action-RPG genre.
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