7 hardest video game bosses of 2024

As 2024 progresses, players are facing increasingly challenging final showdowns in a variety of new titles. The game bosses this year are testing players' dedication like never before. Just when you think you’ve mastered their attack patterns, they surprise you with unexpected super moves.

To overcome this, players have to strategize smarter, make fewer mistakes, grind for better equipment, and sometimes even team up with friends in co-op mode to bring these beasts down.

The article will outline seven challenging game bosses that players have been struggling with in 2024.

Note: This list is subjective and solely reflects the opinions of the writer.

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Consort Radahn and other challenging video game bosses of 2024

1) Consort Radahn (Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC)

God Boss in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. (Image via Bandai Namco Entertainment)

Radahn, the terrifying God Boss, returns for round two in the Elden Ring DLC, now equipped with new powers. Previously known for his gravity and blood magic, Radahn now wields giant laser cannons.

Expect constant explosions and crushing sword attacks. Blocking is futile when he uses gravity to pull you into devastating combos. If the explosion tags you, you will be dealt with a one-hit kill.

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2) Stone Monkey (Black Myth: Wukong)

The Final Boss "Stone Monkey" in Black Myth: Wukong. (Image via Game Science)

The epic quest in Black Myth: Wukong concludes with a major twist: Sun Wukong’s broken spirit half, The Stone Monkey, challenges you. This duel is like fighting your own reflection, requiring complete domination from your side.

The monkey god can teleport, shapeshift, and clone itself to unleash some powerful hybrid combos with frost and fire — like no other game bosses. So you must remain vigilant of your health and your spell usage to beat this final entity.

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3) Louis Guiabern (Metaphor: ReFantazio)

The ending awaits! (Image via Atlus)

One of the frontrunners for the game of the year, Metaphor: ReFantazio saves its most bizarre battle for last — the face-off against one of the insane game bosses "Louis". Your squad must work hard to match Louis's extremely tricky questions, which determine the Metaphor ReFantazio endings.

While Louis' moves remain mostly consistent, his primary weapon Greatsword, and magical abilities become increasingly lethal, which requires near-perfect reactions and shielding formations from your squad late in the fight. This makes it one of the toughest antagonists to be encountered in 2024.

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4) Nyx (Persona 3 Reload)

The final round awaits in Persona 3 Reload. (Image via Atlus)

Persona 3 Reload ends with a marathon against the boss Nyx, who can counter all your best moves. Drawing power from every past Arcana game boss, she gets stronger over the 14 distinct stages in the game. You have to play smart, maximizing strengths while covering weaknesses to endure.

She eventually goes into god mode with her instant-kill shot that can blow even sturdy fighters. But with enough tries learning Nyx’s patterns and bringing your A-game strategies like theurgy attacks, you can set up the winning endgame that dethrones this queen.

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5) Aleifr (Senua's Saga: Hellblade II)

The final battle "Senua vs. Aleifr" (Image via Xbox Game Studios)

One of the final game bosses in Hellblade 2 is the ruthless leader Aleifr. He is no easy feat, as he can deflect any attack and unleash crimson energy blasts from his sword. You play as Senua, and you need to keep an eye out for opportunities to weaken his defense.

When Aleifr wields his sword, unleashing magic, your mirror shield fully charges to blast back, striking at his weak point. You need to simply repeat that window a few times, and that can bring this brutal ruler down hard — earning the victory.

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6) Sephiroth (Final Fantasy VII Rebirth)

The Saga comes to an end (Image via Square Enix)

The most anticipated game, "Final Fantasy VII Rebirth," finally allows us to take on the main antagonist, Sephiroth. The FF fanbase knows well that he is one of the strongest game bosses ever in the series. He comes with different summoning powers like Gilgamesh and is resistant to most of the attacking strategies from Cloud Strife — the lead protagonist in the game.

As the fight continues, Sephiroth morphs into different beastly forms like Bizarro and Safer while Cloud's squad powers go up too with abilities like a firework blade. It gets critical while adapting to the villain's changing moves. However, if you time it right, you can easily beat the final boss.

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7) The Dragon (Dragon's Dogma 2)

The Ancient Dragon (Image via Capcom)

In Dragon's Dogma 2, the Ancient Dragon chose us as Arisen warriors by stealing our hearts and forcing our fate. This leads to the ultimate showdown at the Moonlint Tower with the legendary fire-breathing beast itself! We're talking razor claws, deadly tail whips, and charging body slams from one of the deadliest game bosses.

You and your squad will have to search for the openings while avoiding those crushing attacks and flames melting your armor. After defeating the dragon, you are rewarded with 100 rare Wyrmslife Crystals.