How to defeat the Corrupter in Stellar Blade

The Corrupter in Stellar Blade is the third boss that players will encounter. You will bump into this foe specifically in Eidos 7's early sections. While this entity may look like a typical fodder enemy, resembling an alien-looking horse, it can provide a bit of a challenge. The Corrupter in Stellar Blade will employ various tactics to gain the upper hand on you, and if you are not careful, your adventure will end at its hands.

While this title's combat can get tough as nails during its later sections, you will barely face any challenges in the early parts. However, the boss encounters — regardless of the section — will definitely be difficult, so you might need a few pointers to survive the gauntlets.

This guide will teach you how you can defeat Corrupter in Stellar Blade and progress the story.

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Tips for defeating the Corrupter in Stellar Blade

The Corrupter can end your adventure if you are not careful enough (Image via Shift Up)

You will encounter the Corrupter in the Memory Tower during the main quest called Scavenger Adam. You can defeat it using any beginner build in Stellar Blade.

Here's how you can beat the Corrupter in Stellar Blade.

• Your main source of damage will be melee attacks. Having a good understanding of the parrying mechanic will help a lot.
• The Corrupter can attack you with acidic projectiles. Remember that and be prepared to dodge them. This attack will be marked by Yellow.
• The Corrupter will attack you by trying to ram you with its head. Dodge it or else it will drop your health significantly.
• The Corrupter's main attack mode is sluggish, and you can easily trigger perfect parries.
• Look for opportunities to launch Beta Attacks. These will cause immense damage to the enemy.
• If you have Blink unlocked, use it to get behind the boss and attack it.
• After you take out a significant amount of health of the Corrupter from Stellar Blade, you can initiate the QTE by pressing L1 when prompted. This will allow you to perform a stylish finisher on the boss and end its life for good.

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