Best RPGs That Focus On Boss Fights

Boss battles are all the rage in most video games, with players loving the idea of taking on tough opponents in epic battles where a single mistake can be the difference between victory and defeat. Some of the best RPGs know how important this part of the game is, integrating a host of challenging fights that push players to their very limits.

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Players who enjoy the spectacle of games with incredible cinematic combat will love taking on well-designed bosses who can be a nightmare to deal with. Leveling up characters and making sure they're prepared to deal with a challenging threat is important for players who are struggling against a particularly grueling boss in an RPG.

8 Monster Hunter: World

Completing Hunts And Taking Out Massive Monsters Is A Blast

Every Monster Hunter game uses its larger-than-life boss fights to keep fans engaged, and World is no exception here. Players will love taking on several missions where they fight powerful monsters with their friends and attain victory after a lengthy battle.

Beating these powerful foes and using the loot to acquire more powerful gear is the central gameplay loop that fans will get adjusted to in no time. Eventually, the monsters become more challenging than ever, forcing players to be tactical in their approach and ensure that their group is ready to tackle the next hunt.

7 Dark Souls

The Boss Fights Are The Bread-And-Butter Of This Legendary Action RPG

Dark Souls is one of the best video games ever made, ushering in a new era of action RPGs and coining the name for a whole new genre. Players loved the amazing level design, challenging combat, and incredible worldbuilding present in a game that became all the rage after its launch.

Of course, it'd be impossible to talk about the best parts of Dark Souls without mentioning its amazing boss fights. Players must brace themselves every time they cross a fog gate to try to defeat a boss who defeated them handily last time. These battles are as engaging as they come and force players to utilize everything they've learned in the game to come out victorious against these foes and enjoy a sense of achievement.

6 God Of War Ragnarok

The Amazing Boss Fights In This Title Are A Joy To Play Through

God of War's 2018 reboot was a much-celebrated return to form for Kratos, even if some people felt that the enemy variety was somewhat lacking. Facing different reskins of a troll over and over again became rather grating for players who wanted to enjoy some cinematic combat.

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Ragnarok addressed this criticism by making each boss more meaningful than ever before. Players had to strategize for each encounter and utilize their high-damage skills to help Kratos win in these epic encounters that are as cinematic as they come.

5 Bloodborne

The Fast-Paced Combat And Challenging Bosses Make This FromSoftware's Best Game In The Eyes Of Many

After his much-celebrated work on Dark Souls, Miyakazi decided to implement aspects of gothic and Lovecraftian horror in its titles. The result was a smashing success, with Bloodborne being hailed by many as one of the best FromSoftware video games of all time.

The fast-paced combat system lets the developer integrate the hardest bosses they've ever developed for a FromSoftware game. The DLC takes things a step further, with fights like Ludwig and the Orphan of Kos being devilishly hard and forcing players to stay on the offensive without taking too much damage, which is easier said than done.

4 Dragon's Dogma 2

Climbing On Massive Bosses And Wailing On Them Is A Ton Of Fun

Most fans wanted a Dragon's Dogma sequel to deliver more of the action-packed combat system they'd grown to love, and this game didn't disappoint. While the lack of innovations was highlighted by some players, most people loved how engaging the combat could be, especially when they faced a boss.

From random area bosses to story encounters, the game is rife with these boss encounters that push players to their very limit. Making the most of their chosen vocation and climbing onto monsters to hit their weak spots makes for some intense battles as Dragon's Dogma 2 shines in these cinematic encounters.

3 Elden Ring

Repetitive Encounters Aside, The Game's Litany Of Bosses Are A Joy To Fight Against

Elden Ring is FromSoftware's most popular video game by a country mile. The open world is a joy to explore as players get stronger at their own pace, eventually letting them tackle and defeat bosses who were giving them a rough time early on.

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While the game suffers from repeating certain bosses in other sections of the open world, most fans consider this to be a minor issue in the grand scheme of things. For the most part, everything from fast-paced duels to epic dragon fights can be enjoyed in Elden Ring, with the variety of these boss encounters coupled with their challenge justifying all the accolades this game enjoyed when it launched.

2 Lies Of P

The Game's Challenging Combat Must Be Mastered For Some Lengthy Multi-Phase Boss Fights

Players expecting Lies of P to be another run-of-the-mill Soulslike were floored by the game's impressive visuals, challenging combat, tantalizing story, and a suite of impressive boss fights. Players needed to be at the very top of their game if they didn't want to be surprised by the sheer speed and ferociousness of these battles.

Most of the bosses in Lies of P have multiple phases, a trope executed so many times that it becomes somewhat tiring as the game goes on. However, this is a minor complaint in the grand scheme of things, with players loving how challenging and rewarding these boss fights are otherwise.

1 Final Fantasy 16

The Spectacle Of This Title's Boss Fights Is Over-The-Top In The Best Way Possible

Final Fantasy 16 may be ridiculously easy at times, but that should take nothing away from the awe-inspiring nature of the game's bosses. From high-pressure hunts to storyline encounters against other Eikons, it's easy to see why Clive's bombastic battles leave a lasting impression on many players.

Some of the battles may be all style and no substance, but Final Fantasy 16 thankfully ramps up the challenge in later boss fights to make every victory taste sweeter. Battles against Odin and Ultima are especially notable for upping the stakes, making it entirely possible for players to be defeated in battle after steamrolling through the majority of the game's encounters.