The Best Boss Games for Xbox One - Page 4

Update : Hollow Knight: Silksong added at rank #36.
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Elden Ring (2022)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Xbox Series X Android

Elden Ring is the bold new collaboration between Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin and legendary game director Hidetaka Miyazaki. It's an open-world RPG that allows you to explore a land of beauty, horror, mystery, and adventure. There are 10 starting classes with specific starting items and abilities for you to choose from as well as an array of weapons, magic, equipment, and tools at your disposal. Get ready for some epic boss battles with terrifying foes as well as plenty of hidden secrets waiting to be uncovered!


What we like:
  • Immersive open-world design
  • Varied biomes
  • 10 playable classes
  • Huge range of weapons & magic
  • Stunning visuals & lighting
  • Excellent enemy & boss designs
  • Empowering character customization options
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive optional dungeons
  • Intense difficulty in some boss fights

  • open-world
  • boss
  • dungeon
  • boss-fight
  • rpg
  • souls
  • fantasy
  • exploration
  • combat
  • fight
  • cooperative
  • difficult
  • crafting

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (2023)

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78
Review score
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PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Xbox One

Unleash the force in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor! Join Cal Kestis on an unforgettable, galaxy-spanning adventure packed with stunning visuals, satisfying gameplay, and a captivating storyline. Face thrilling boss battles and explore vast worlds. Are you ready to protect the Jedi Order?


What we like:
  • Gripping narrative
  • Visually stunning
  • Satisfying gameplay
  • Improved character development
  • Exciting boss fights
What could be improved:
  • Technical performance issues
  • Lackluster exploration
  • Some animations lack polish

  • fight
  • combat
  • action-adventure
  • exploration
  • platform
  • open-world
  • narrative
  • battle
  • boss
  • puzzle
  • adventure
  • skill
  • action
  • story
  • souls

33

DARK SOULS: REMASTERED (2018)

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95
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Playstation 4 Xbox One PC Windows Nintendo Switch

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.

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

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Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2 (2022)

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

Break into the new apeX of 2D action! INTI CREATES is proud to present new apeX of cutting-edge 2D action with Luminous Avenger iX 2!


  • boss
  • platform
  • 2d
  • action
  • robots
  • action-adventure
  • sci-fi
  • melee
  • scroller
  • boss-fight
  • pixel
  • combo
  • anime
  • retro-tinted
  • fantasy

35

Hyper Light Drifter (2016)

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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.

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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

36

Hollow Knight: Silksong (2025)

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Linux Nintendo Switch 2 Xbox Series X/s Mac OS Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Xbox Series X Android

Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! The sequel to the award winning action-adventure. Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.


  • metroidvania
  • boss
  • exploration
  • platform
  • action-adventure
  • souls
  • boss-fight
  • hand-drawn
  • difficult
  • orchestral
  • adventure
  • sequel
  • 2d
  • beautiful
  • story

37

Azure Striker Gunvolt 3 (2022)

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80
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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!


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

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SONIC SUPERSTARS Digital Deluxe Edition featuring LEGO (2023)

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75
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Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Adventure through the mystical Northstar Islands in this all-new take on classic 2D Sonic high-speed action platforming.


  • platform
  • cooperative
  • boss
  • boss-fight
  • classic
  • drop-in
  • multiplayer
  • four-player
  • pinball
  • local
  • online
  • side-scrolling

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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

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Thymesia (2022)

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70
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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

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