There's nothing more enthralling and challenging than Epic Boss fights in games, and these upcoming titles are bound to cause some impact, with breathtaking next-gen graphics and dynamic combat mechanics that will satisfy the most hardcore gamers.
From a title that has been in the cooking for half a decade, to the third installment of a series that has become one of the top Soulslike games in the industry. Here is a list of the top 5 Upcoming Games With Epic Boss Fights.
Upcoming Role-Playing Games People Are Excited For
While plenty of RPGs have been announced for 2026 and beyond, these upcoming role-playing games are especially exciting.
Crimson Desert
A Game Many Have Been Expecting
Crimson Desert
- Released
- March 19, 2026
WHERE TO PLAY
- Genre(s)
- Action, Adventure, Open-World, Exploration
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC
After all the delays and changes in the development, Crimson Desert finally has a definitive (fingers crossed) release date: March 19, 2026. The prequel to the acclaimed Black Desert MMO made by Pearl Abyss is now on the tip of the tongue of every fan of epic battles against bosses, and for those who are curious to see how this game shakes up the industry after a long period of development.
Be it as it may, the gameplay showcases incredible graphics that have been considerably enhanced from those of the first reveal trailers, and it will feature a dynamic combat system with combos similar to those of Black Desert. With those incredible combat moves, the battles against colossal opponents like dragons and other mythical creatures will be legendary.
Nioh 3
The Third Installment Of An Epic Series
Nioh 3
- Released
- February 6, 2026
WHERE TO PLAY
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PC
When the first Nioh game was released back in 2017, it didn't have to compete against heavy titles in terms of soulslikes (Except maybe for The Surge), but now that the release window for its third installment is fixed for Early 2026, things might be different. So, the players will want to see action, incredible graphics, and epic boss battles.
Nioh 3 has shown tremendous potential for all of the above, and maybe even more. If things keep running smoothly, this soulslike inspired by Japanese folklore and history (mixing real events with supernatural elements), is set for a release on February 6, 2026.
The Duskbloods
Not What Bloodborne Fans Were Expecting
The Duskbloods
- Released
- 2026
WHERE TO PLAY
- Developer(s)
- FromSoftware
- Publisher(s)
- FromSoftware
- Genre(s)
- Action
- Platform(s)
- Nintendo Switch 2
The Duskbloods broke the internet with its announcement, more so since it did it during a Nintendo Direct, in what would end up being the first exclusive Soulslike made for the Nintendo Switch 2. Every fan of Bloodborne was expecting a sequel, but they got so much more: A spiritual successor, and the promise of a new series with epic boss battles and the same eerie design as the legendary soulslike created by From Software. With over a decade waiting for a sign on a sequel for such a Cult Game, the reveal of The Duskbloods has left fans of Miyazaki confused, not knowing what to expect next.
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For all that has been showcased so far, the game maintains not only the aesthetics of Bloodborne, but also the enemy designs based on gothic horror and European folklore, as well as the Victorian-esque scenario designs that made it quite the hit among fans of survival horror. The Dukbloods is thought to be released in 2026, at a yet to be confirmed date, but fans are already savoring this title, marking it as one of the most anticipated releases for Nintendo's handheld console.
Fable
A Second Chance, For A Series That Deserved More
Fable
- Released
- 2026
WHERE TO PLAY
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG, Adventure
There has been a lot of talk about the reboot of the legendary Fable franchise, a title that has inspired three generations of gamers and is widely known as one of the top fantasy RPG series of all time; however, time has been cruel to the world of Albion.
Buried after years of failures to reboot, it has finally seen the light at the end of the tunnel thanks to Playground Games, and everything that was showcased so far looks incredible. Fable has always been about battles against monsters, and it has had a lot of Epic Bosses too (like Jack of Blades, and Maze), and this reboot is the perfect opportunity to showcase the potential of the series.
Gothic Remake
Another Epic Reboot Coming Right Up
Gothic 1 Remake
- Released
- 2026
WHERE TO PLAY
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC
Gothic Remake is another promising RPG that is coming in the first quarter of 2026, and it will be a reboot of the series, featuring the original story of Gothic I, with a renewed combat system and next-gen graphics. It promises to be faithful to the original series in terms of mechanics, which means players will have to use directional controls to swing their weapons and bash the skulls of goblins, golems, orcs, demons, and such. This has been one of the most anticipated game remakes that fans have been expecting for years.
Those who had the pleasure of enjoying the original Gothic might remember the battles against some of the most vicious enemies, and the final encounter against the Temple Fanatics and The Sleeper. This battle, translated to modern graphics and more fluid combat animations, will be one of the most exciting things to see in this remake. However, since the game doesn't have a release date yet, fans will have to sit tight and wait until THQ releases the info to know when they will be able to dive into this fantasy world full of sword and sorcery.
Upcoming Games All About Exploration
Prepare for an exciting journey filled with discovery in these upcoming games.