At the start of your adventure, you'll be drip-fed a few different options for armour and weapon upgrades, but as you progress, the different array of options will be staggering. Some of these are only unlocked at the end of various obscure quest lines, so getting the achievements for getting all of the armour and weapons is a hefty challenge, and that's not even considering the material cost required for e

Steelrising is a AA soulslike and the first foray into the genre by Spiders, a studio better known for traditional RPGs like Greedfall . While the overall experience may not be groundbreaking and can feel a bit clunky at times, the game's unique setting during the French Revolution, combined with an automaton uprising, offers intriguing boss designs that help captivate play

Invisible walls are nothing new in video games. They've been around for years, preventing players from reaching areas and locations they're not supposed to. Not many are as frustrating as Black Myth: Wukong's, howe

Finding bosses in Remnant: From the Ashes can be tricky, with many requiring players to discover hidden steps that are not immediately obvious — often necessitating a guide. However, once located, the bosses are diverse, frequently employing ranged attacks and maintaining distance, which forces players to adapt and develop new strategies. It's in these moments that Remnant feels refreshingly distinct from other soulslikes. The game truly shines when played cooperatively with friends , transforming every boss battle into a memorable, exhilarating experie

In the role of the human-like automaton Aegis, players will encounter all sorts of mechanical enemies, like the mechanized Centaur, crafted by war engineers for various purposes. Each of these encounters demands full attention and mastery of the game's combat system. Though Steelrising may not reach the heights of Lies of P , there's a deep sense of satisfaction in overcoming massive, hulking bosses — often towering three times the size of Aegis — within iconic backdrops like the Bastille fortr

Battles against massive Angels and Demons, as well as iconic embodiments of the Seven Deadly Sins — like Envy, Sloth, Lust, and Pride — are thrilling thanks to their distinctive designs and engaging combat mechanics. While Darksiders 3 may not be the strongest entry in its series or the soulslike genre, the satisfaction of taking down such notorious foes makes it a worthwhile experience in its own ri

Black Myth: Wukong is an ambitious project, widely regarded as the first AAA video game from China — and rightly so. While the game may not offer in-depth exploration or a vast array of weapons like Elden Ring , it does feature a ridiculous number of boss battles. These encounters include hidden, optional, and mandatory fights, adding to the challenge and excitement.

Loot everything in the courtyard, including the chest, before heading through the gate in front of you. Here, you will face the final boss of this subregion, Lingxuzi — a giant, wolf-like creature that you’ll likely have to confront multiple times, as defeating him on the first try is unlikely.

As established, there are plenty of different ways to empower and customise The Destined One in Black Myth: Blood Magic attack Patterns Wukong, but perhaps the most impactful additions to his arsenal are Vessels. While there are only four to find, each (bar the last) is the reward for finishing an extensive optional and hidden quest l

However, while the game is already a critical and commercial success, there have been some major bugbears for players, most notably the invisible walls that plague the world. This has led to a flurry of player complaints onl

The atmosphere in the deserts of Chapter 2 could easily be quite draining during your journey as The Destined One, but that's why it's so great that you have the Headless Monk to add some levity to the chapter's darker mome

The environment and level design was called the game's " biggest detractor ". The area in question could have just had a full "cliff face, instead of a path with an invisible wall," it was suggested, with the fact that there are "steep rock faces on either side of the path," making the decision even stran

If you loved the flashy action and RPG-style progression of Black Myth: Wukong, and you want something just as deep to sink your teeth into, then Final Fantasy 16 is a surprisingly similar adventure to try

If you find the secret area, you'll immediately have to fight the Tiger Vanguard again, only this time he'll be from the past (and thankfully a bit weaker), but then through a completely different and much more obscure quest line, you'll be challenged with fighting Mad Tiger , who unfortunately might pose more of a threat. By taking down all three of these bosses, you'll get an achievement as consolat

Black Myth: Wukong is the latest action-RPG that has sparked debate over whether it truly fits the soulslike mold. While not as punishing as typical soulslike games and featuring more traditional action-oriented combat, it borrows several elements from the genre. These include a "bonfire" system, healing and stamina management, and a number of challenging bosses. However, due to its somewhat limited exploration and streamlined structure, the game primarily revolves around boss fights, with a new encounter typically every 15 to 20 minu