All articles tagged with #boss battle
Originally Published 9 days ago — by IGN
A dedicated fan of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 defeated the tough Duollistes boss after an 8-hour battle with over 10,000 successful parries, avoiding dodges entirely, showcasing extreme perseverance and skill, and sparking admiration among the gaming community.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Push Square
Crimson Desert, an upcoming RPG set to release on March 19, showcases stunning gameplay footage featuring a boss fight against a clockwork dragon, highlighting its detailed design and blend of medieval fantasy and steampunk elements, generating excitement among fans.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Kotaku
The writer recounts their intense frustration with battling Sephiroth in Kingdom Hearts, describing the boss battle as incredibly difficult and leading to the breaking of a controller in a fit of rage. Despite multiple attempts, the writer struggled to defeat Sephiroth, ultimately resulting in the destruction of a Mad Catz PS2 controller and the need to purchase a new one. The experience left a lasting impression, with the writer expressing a mix of love and frustration towards the character.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Dot Esports
A Palworld player has defeated the first boss, Zoe and Grizzbolt, in seconds using a basic Pal that was bred to be extremely powerful, showcasing the effectiveness of breeding mechanics in the game. This isn't the first time players have found quick ways to defeat the boss, with speedrunners managing to do so in just three minutes by exploiting a glitch. It's becoming clear that focusing on breeding in Palworld is a surefire way to obtain extremely powerful Pals and rarer ones, prompting players to reconsider their approach to acquiring strong Pals in the game.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dot Esports
Quivern is a sought-after flying mount in Palworld, and there are two ways to obtain it: by defeating the Alpha Boss at level 23 near the northern Spawn Points with a tier three Pal Sphere and high Capture Power, or by finding it in the wild at a higher level in the Pal Sanctuary to the west, where it spawns randomly and requires tier four or tier five Pal Spheres for capture. Be cautious of human NPCs on the island, as being seen will make you a wanted figure.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ONE Esports
The Rayne Syndicate Tower in Palworld is a key location where players can challenge the boss Zoe and Grizzbolt. The tower is located in the northwest part of the Plateau of Beginning at coordinates 111, -432. To defeat the boss, players should use earth-based Pals and craft corresponding "Necklaces" and "Harnesses" from the Technology tree. Knowing the boss's attacks and using ranged weapons while avoiding close combat is crucial. If players fail to defeat the boss, they can respawn at their base and teleport back to the tower to collect their loot.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Polygon
The Nintendo Switch remake of Super Mario RPG retains a bug from the original 1996 SNES version, where players can exploit a boss battle with Exor by depleting its eyes' health and using Geno's "Geno Whirl" attack with perfect timing to deal 9,999 damage, effectively defeating the boss in one blow. Speedrunners have been using this exploit for years, and it has now been officially included in the remake. However, players can still choose to defeat Exor the regular way if they prefer.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IGN
A modder has added the challenging Elden Ring boss, Malenia, to FromSoftware's Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. The mod, showcased by YouTube user Ongbal, allows players to fight Malenia using Sekiro's combat mechanics, complete with a posture bar and resurrection nodes. While the mod still has some issues, it demonstrates the high quality of the ported bosses. Malenia gained notoriety as the toughest boss in Elden Ring, leading to various storylines and mods featuring her. In response, a legendary player named Let me Solo Her has defeated Malenia over 1,000 times in players' games.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Nerd Stash
To beat Raphael in Baldur's Gate 3, players should focus on destroying the four columns in the corners of the room at the beginning of the fight to weaken him. Using characters like mages or monks is recommended, as some of Raphael's minions disarm the team. Summoning minions can help spread enemy damage and buy time to destroy the columns. Health regeneration and defense boosting are advised, and spreading the group around the room can mitigate Raphael's AOE attacks. The Hold Monster spell can paralyze Raphael, and attacks within 3 meters deal critical damage. Winning the battle rewards players with the Helldusk Armor.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
Players in Diablo IV have discovered that the legendary boss, The Butcher, can be easily defeated if he gets stuck behind a locked door, a strategy that has been used since the original Diablo game in 1997. While it may be considered cheating, players are taking advantage of this opportunity to defeat the tough boss and claim their loot, continuing a long-standing tradition in the Diablo franchise.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
In the climactic boss battle of the game Death Stranding, players have discovered that if they don't put up enough of a fight, the antagonist Higgs will bite off the character's ear. This hidden gameplay detail adds a gruesome twist to the battle, with a chunk of the character's ear missing afterwards. The event is triggered by blocking every one of Higgs' blows and never countering him when prompted. The discovery has sparked interest in the upcoming sequel, Death Stranding 2.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Push Square
Honkai: Star Rail's upcoming v1.2 expansion, set to release on July 19th, will bring significant narrative development, new areas, puzzles, and a boss battle. The expansion will introduce the Alchemy Commission and Scalegorge Waterscape, along with new characters and events. The PS5 release of the game will include all the new content, except for time-limited banners.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
A goldfish named Tortellini, owned by a Twitch streamer named Crow, has managed to defeat Malenia, one of the toughest bosses in FromSoftware's game Elden Ring, by swimming in a specific pattern that triggers in-game actions. Despite the fish's lack of understanding of the game, Tortellini's successful battle has inspired players and viewers alike, proving that even a goldfish can conquer challenging video game bosses.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Prima Games
Tears of the Kingdom players looking to farm monster parts from Molduga can find four of them in the Gerudo Desert. The Molduga can be hard to spot due to its sand-dwelling nature, but players can use the coordinates provided to locate them. The article also provides tips on how to beat Molduga and other fierce enemies in the game.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Polygon
This guide provides tips and strategies to prepare for and beat the final boss battle against Ganondorf in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. It includes advice on getting all five Sages, obtaining the Master Sword, acquiring decent weapons and armor, preparing meals, and having a Travel Medallion as a backup. The guide also covers the different stages of the final fight against Demon King Ganondorf and offers tips on how to dodge his attacks and counter his moves.