The Best Boss Games for Linux - Page 2

Update : Final Vendetta added at rank #8.
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Risk System (2019)

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Linux Mac OS Nintendo Switch Xbox One PC Windows

High speed kinetic action. Danger is the best offense!


  • boss
  • shoot-em-up
  • anime
  • horizontal
  • bullet-hell
  • boss-fight
  • shooter
  • pixel
  • japanese-made
  • experimental
  • scrolling
  • vertical
  • challenging
  • classic
  • arcade

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Lost Ruins (2021)

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PC Windows j Playstation 5 Xbox One Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Mac OS Linux

Lost Ruins is a challenging and engaging Metroidvania game that offers a unique experience by focusing on inventory management rather than leveling up. With stunning graphics and sound effects, players navigate through the monster-filled dungeon as they retrieve their memories. The game offers different weapons, spells, and unique accessories that encourage experimentation and strategic tactics. With multiple endings and unlockables, Lost Ruins offers high replayability to players.


What we like:
  • Unique formula utilizing inventory
  • well-designed and rewarding exploration system
  • balanced equipment system
  • offers different game modes and endings
  • stunning graphics and sound effects
What could be improved:
  • Small map
  • checkpoint system can be frustrating
  • missable side-quests
  • jumping mechanics and aerial attacks can be imprecise
  • limited storyline compared to other metroidvanias

  • survival
  • boss
  • metroidvania
  • dungeon
  • anime
  • pixel
  • retro
  • platform
  • combat
  • inventory
  • exploration
  • 2d
  • dark
  • hack-and-slash
  • cute

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge - Ultima... (2022)

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Android Linux PC Windows Xbox One

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge reunites Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael as they kick shell in a beautifully realized beat ’em up.

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  • arcade
  • cooperative
  • ninja
  • classic
  • pixel
  • beat-em-up
  • boss
  • side-scrolling
  • retro
  • brawler
  • combo
  • old-school
  • campaign
  • multiplayer
  • online

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Salt and Sanctuary (2016)

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Xbox One Linux Mac OS PC Windows

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.


  • souls
  • platform
  • boss
  • metroidvania
  • 2d
  • rpg
  • boss-fight
  • combat
  • castlevania
  • cooperative
  • man
  • action
  • side-scrolling
  • gore

15

PING REDUX (2019)

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Linux Mac OS PC Windows Xbox One Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Playstation 5

PING REDUX has 100+ levels including 12 bosses that are inspired by classic games to help keep the gameplay varied. Bounce off the walls and obstacles and reach the succulent tasty orange.

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  • boss
  • challenging
  • classic
  • arcadey
  • fully-featured
  • pixel-perfect
  • puzzle
  • old-school
  • retro
  • boss-fight
  • fight
  • must-have
  • platform
  • shooter
  • top-notch

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Enter the Gungeon (2016)

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Mac OS Android stadia Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 Linux

Enter the Gungeon is a thrilling bullet hell dungeon crawler packed with action! You'll dodge, loot, flip tables and battle adorable yet deadly enemies. With challenging bosses, hidden secrets, and an array of unique guns, you'll be hooked on changing your past in this evolving fortress.


What we like:
  • Challenging, skill-based gameplay
  • Balanced mechanics
  • Exciting gunplay and boss fights
  • Abundance of unlockables and secrets
  • High replayability
What could be improved:
  • Button spamming for maximum speed shooting
  • Limited information on items
  • Strict no-hit reward system

  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • twin-stick
  • dungeon-crawler
  • shooter
  • boss
  • cover
  • table
  • cooperative
  • hand-designed
  • dungeon
  • pixel
  • top-down

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Neversong (2019)

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Xbox One Playstation 4 Linux Nintendo Switch PC Windows IOS iPhone

Upon waking from a coma, Peet's girlfriend is nowhere to be found. Investigate the screams coming from the heart of Neverwood, the increasingly bizarre behavior of the zombie grownups, and the strange truth about Peet's past in this hauntingly dreamlike fable. -From Red Wind Field to the haunting halls of Blackfork Asylum, explore six moody, illustrative levels. -Take on bosses, monsters, and zombie grownups with your trusty baseball bat. -Immerse yourself in a breathtaking piano-centric soundtrack. -Join your quirky childhood pals and trusty pet bird on an adventure to discover the truth about your recent coma.


  • baseball
  • horror
  • boss
  • psychological
  • puzzle
  • platform
  • narration
  • piano
  • emotional
  • story
  • skateboard
  • narrative
  • adventure
  • atmospheric
  • boss-fight

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