10 Best Boss Fights of All Time
While the journey is at the heart of any great adventure game, it's often the climactic boss fight that defines the experience. Whether it's the slow build-up to a personal, emotionally charged showdown or an epic battle against a powerful foe, these moments stay with us long after the credits roll. Here are the 10 best boss fights of all time. Let's dive in!
Metal Gear Solid – Psycho Mantis
When you think of innovation in video games, the Psycho Mantis boss fight is at the top of the list. Ahead of your time, you need to outwit your mind-reading opponent by switching the controller port. Brilliant and smart, it showcases Kojima at the top of his game.
Metal Gear Solid 3 – Boss
The boss is an exceptional character. Not only was she Naked Snake's mentor, but her storyline is full of twists and turns, making the moment bittersweet and adding seriousness to the encounter. The theme playing in the background and the open field of lilies as the setting is an incredible end to a masterpiece.
Shadow of the Colossus – Fifth Colossus: Avion
Shadow of the Colossus features some of the best boss fights in the Medium genre. Gigantic in size, these colossal creatures must be scaled before you can destroy them. Among these battles, Avion stands out: a massive bird-like creature that forces you to figure out how to grab and punch while floating through the air. This is truly a special moment in the game.
God of War 3 – Kronos
The God of War series features many incredible boss battles. While the third entry opens with a memorable battle with Poseidon, it's the one with Kronos that stands out as the most epic fight. Due to its enormous size, its body doubles in size as you strive to defeat the beast.
God Of War (2018) – The Stranger/Baldur
After the third entry, many doubted the new 2018 approach. These fears completely disappeared after you met the Stranger. Seamlessly transitioning between cinematics, action and QTEs, this frantic battle is a prime example of how to combine storytelling and gameplay into one unforgettable moment.
Devil May Cry 3 – Virgil
The moon, the rain – all the elements combine to make facing Vergil truly epic in Devil May Cry 3. Fast and merciless, it turns combat into a true test of skill, forcing you to use everything at your disposal to defeat your opponent.
Resident Evil 4 – Jack Krauser
Krauser is cool and the knife fighting is iconic. While the Resident Evil franchise has some fantastic characters, their battles often turn them into terrifying beasts. While Jack does transform, it isn't over-the-top, leading to a powerful encounter between two fantastic characters.
Portal 2 – Whitley
Portal 2 took what came before and improved on it. Voiced by the brilliant Stephen Merchant, he starts out as a clumsy and cute robot but evolves over time. The final moments are carefully crafted and provide an unforgettable conclusion to one of the greatest games of all time.
Cuphead – King Dice
Not only is Cuphead a beautiful ode to 1930s cartoons, but it's also a carefully crafted game that features some of the most challenging combat in recent memory. While each boss is a standout, King Dice takes the cake due to the numerous factors that make the fight unique. Since each paint throw spawns a different mini-boss, it's a difficult but rewarding battle.
Black Myth: Wukong – the broken shell of the great sage
“Broken Shell of the Great Sage” is a true test of skill. This is a complex, multi-stage battle. Its stunning presentation gradually builds into a climactic ending, becoming the perfect conclusion to an outstanding game.
These are my picks for the 10 best boss fights of all time. Do you agree with the list or am I lost? Should classic rivalries like Link vs. Ganondorf be there, or would you prefer something more from other franchises? Let us know in the comments below or at Facebook or Twitterand don't forget to subscribe to us on YouTube for more interesting video game content.
