The era of the “final boss” in gaming is something that initially came to prominence during the 3rd console generation courtesy of the NES, only to eventually wane before making a triumphant return ...

There's a difference between being scary and being disturbing. Whether it's the backstory behind some of these bosses that truly makes them disturbing, or their character designs that will be burned ...

Boss fights are a hallmark of gaming. Whether it is a mini-boss or the final boss, these often provide some of the most climactic encounters. Some games even go completely into this, such as the ...

2025 was a fantastic year for gaming, from horror juggernauts like Silent Hill f to beloved indie titles like Hades 2 and Hollow Knight: Silksong. But while many of 2025's best games have gotten their ...

Ritwik is a passionate gamer who has a soft spot for JRPGs. He's been writing about all things gaming for six years and counting. Final Fantasy bosses can be epic or tedious, with lengthy, multi-phase ...

Tristan Jurkovich began his career as a journalist in 2011. His childhood love of video games and writing fuel his passion for archiving this great medium’s history. He dabbles in every genre, but ...