Dante's Inferno is loosely based off of the famous poem "The Divine Comedy."  Playing as Dante, you'll travel through the 9 circles of hell to save Beatrice and Dante's soul.  You'll have to conquer such circles (or sins) as Anger, Violence, and even Lust, all represented in the very detailed and disturbing circles of hell.  With the ability to wield Death's Scythe and Beatrice's Cross, you are able to engage seamlessly in upclose combat and use magical spells - all of which have their own unique upgrade trees as you progress.