There are three things that make an RPG truly memorable - its music, story, and boss fights.

A boss should also be unique, not just a challenge.

Although difficult bosses are memorable, the ones that truly impact players are the ones that do things differently.

Asriel, Axel, And Malos

They introduce new and interesting mechanics.

They flip the script on theplayer’s morality.They have a compelling backstory and motives.

After forming the Gravewalkers Army, Talion leads an assault on the Black Gate.

Various boss characters such as Wesker, Ganondorf and Xemnas overlaid on a blurred background of Hyrule Field

While the battle itself is easy, the narrative stakes and cinematic cutscenes elevate it into an unforgettable showdown.

Lavos buried itself deep within the Earth, lying dormant for millennia as it slowly gathered strength.

Prepare for this past decade’s most challenging fights.

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Realizing that Lavoss evil influence stretched across centuries, the group comes together with allies from different eras.

The Lord of Eroded Primal Fire is a Weekly Bossin Genshin Impact’s Trounce Domains.

Defeating this boss allows you to collect essential character ascension materials for Mavuika and Lan Yan.

Three screenshots are lined up from left to right Hooktail from Paper Mario, Asgore and Frisk from Undertale, and King K. Rool from Donkey Kong 64.

The multi-stage confrontation is a true test of skill and strategy.

Each stage raises the stakes, showcasing the Abysss unrelenting power and the Pyro Archons fiery resolve.

The tragedy of Hod became a turning point in Van’s life.

A collage showing Agent Smith from The Matrix, Xemnas from Kingdom Hearts, and Sasuke from the Naruto series.

You have to think outside the box to defeat these bosses.

However, what truly makes this fight one of the best is the impact behind it.

Once these truths are revealed, this final fight becomes all the more heartbreaking.

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You also get to use two Keyblades for the first time in the series, so bonus points there.

Most of the time, such bosses merely come back with more health and stronger attacks.

This is not the case with Kefka.

You’re going to need a good strategy for this fight.

Should he attack first, he can seal your party meter.

Champions largely adhered to a single pop in or theme for their teams.

For example, Lance focused on Dragon-types, while Steven leaned heavily on Steel-types.

Cynthia, however, broke this mold entirely.

Mother was localized in the west as Earthbound Beginnings.

What’s more, you don’t even win this fight.

Giygas proves too powerful for you and your party.

The only way to win is to sing a lullaby that was sung by Giygas' foster mother.