The Best Boss Games for PC Windows - Page 5

Update : The First Berserker: Khazan added at rank #3.
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DARK SOULS: REMASTERED (2018)

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Review score
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Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox One

Dark Souls: Remastered is an improved version of the classic action role-playing game from the last generation. It includes all the content from the original game, as well as some additional features such as improved visuals and dedicated servers for smoother online play. You can expect intense bosses, beautiful areas to explore, and an incredibly rewarding experience.


What we like:
  • Improved visuals
  • Dedicated servers for smoother online play
  • Additional content in Artorias of the Abyss DLC
  • Matchmaking system closer to Dark Souls III
  • Supports 32:9 aspect ratio on PC
What could be improved:
  • Cutscenes slightly zoomed in compared to original version

  • boss
  • rpg
  • boss-fight
  • fantasy
  • difficult
  • dark
  • souls
  • action
  • combat
  • online
  • challenging
  • exploration
  • battle
  • cooperative
  • platform

42

G-Darius HD (2022)

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79
Review score
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PC Windows Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

You will see the creation of new lives... Capture enemies and fire them back at their allies as enormous beams of energy in this horizontally scrolling shooting game, featuring 5 versions of G-Darius with new features, enhancements, and Steam exclusive extras!

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  • arcade
  • shooter
  • boss
  • horizontal
  • 2.5d
  • shoot-em-up
  • scroller
  • underwater
  • horizontal-scrolling
  • retro-arcade
  • fish
  • boss-fight
  • 1990s
  • attack
  • score

43

Hyper Light Drifter (2016)

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92
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IOS iPhone Linux Mac OS PC Windows Xbox One

Hyper Light Drifter is an atmospheric action RPG set in a gorgeous pixel art world with a superb score. You are a Drifter fighting your way through enemies while piecing together the story of the world around you.


What we like:
  • Atmospheric soundtrack
  • Gorgeous visuals
  • Superb gameplay
  • Unique Zelda-like experience
What could be improved:
  • Difficulty spikes when there are too many enemies around you

  • pixel
  • boss
  • boss-fight
  • combat
  • post-apocalyptic
  • narrative
  • exploration
  • dungeon
  • rpg
  • difficult
  • action
  • platform
  • battle
  • challenging
  • retro

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Furi (2016)

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90
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Xbox One PC Windows

The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free.


  • boss-fight
  • boss
  • bullet-hell
  • fight
  • twin-stick
  • combat
  • battle
  • shooter
  • arena
  • rush

45

Azure Striker Gunvolt 3 (2022)

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80
Review score
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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Xbox One

The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!

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  • platform
  • boss
  • boss-fight
  • 2d
  • action
  • anime
  • side-scrolling

46

Thymesia (2022)

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70
Review score
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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5

Thymesia is a gruelling action-RPG with fast-paced combat and an intricate plague weapon system. In a kingdom where death spreads, play as a mysterious character known by the code name "Corvus". Prey upon your enemies, wield the power of disease and find the truth in your own memories.


  • souls
  • boss
  • boss-fight
  • combat
  • fight
  • gothic
  • rpg

47

Kero Blaster (2014)

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100
Review score
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Android Mac OS PC Windows IOS iPhone

C&F Inc. teleporters are going offline all over the place, and it's up to an intrepid frog employee to fix the situation.


  • platform
  • boss
  • shooter
  • side-scrolling
  • pixel
  • nes
  • retro
  • run-and-gun
  • silent
  • chiptune
  • protagonist
  • shoot-em-up
  • boss-fight
  • scroller
  • controller-support

48

Elderand (2023)

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72
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Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone Android Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows

Only the strong will conquer this gruesome action platformer with RPG elements. Dismember demonic creatures and terrifying bosses by wielding brutal weapons in intense skill-based combat. Slay or be slain as you collect glory and treasure in this nightmarish 2D world.

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  • metroidvania
  • gothic
  • boss
  • lovecraftian
  • rpg
  • 2d
  • scroller
  • platform
  • gore
  • combat
  • action-adventure
  • character
  • action
  • cult
  • hack-and-slash

49

Devil May Cry 5 (2019)

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Playstation 4 Android PC Windows Xbox One

The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.


  • demons
  • hack-and-slash
  • action
  • fight
  • boss
  • combat
  • combo
  • boss-fight
  • battle
  • spectacle
  • gothic
  • classic
  • character

50

Remnant: From the Ashes (2019)

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85
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Playstation 4 PC Windows Xbox One Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X

The world has been thrown into chaos by an ancient evil from another dimension. As one of the last remnants of humanity, you must set out alone or alongside up to two other survivors to face down hordes of deadly enemies to try to carve a foothold, rebuild, and retake what was lost.


  • boss
  • cooperative
  • post-apocalyptic
  • souls
  • shooter
  • tps
  • boss-fight
  • third-person
  • dungeon
  • survival
  • combat
  • action
  • fight
  • difficult

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