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Subject: What Ever Happened to Boss Battles?

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Posted by: MattallicA09lol
In games like Spyro, it worked.


In games like Halo, it didn't.

I actually really enjoyed Halo 2's boss battles, even if they were damn difficult.

  • 12.07.2012 12:00 PM PDT

I'm The Batman.

Saw this thread about a week ago.

  • 12.07.2012 12:01 PM PDT

Country: United States.
State: Pennsylvania.
County: Warren.
I graduated from high school on June-11-2011. I'm 19 right now. I'm turning 20 in December. I like playing video games, and board games. I like reading Sci-Fi, and World War II novels, and what not.

"There is nothing better in the world than being better at a video game than someone else....oh wait"

You're problem is that it seems like you're playing FPS. If you want boss battles then play some RPGs/JRPGs.

[Edited on 12.07.2012 12:04 PM PST]

  • 12.07.2012 12:02 PM PDT

Save Cortana

Yeah, I feel you're right. I mean, the only game I've played recently with that: "using your acquired skills and knowledge to defeat a boss" style is The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess.

But most of the games, i.e. CoD and even Halo don't do things like that. I think it's because everyone is creating first persons shooters nowadays because they're successful. Kids don't want a challenge, they just want something fast, easy, and fun.

In other words, its instant vs. delayed gratification. The game industry is providing for instant satisfaction with games like CoD where all you do is get online and shoot stuff. It's quick simple and fun.

I mean it's a shame, but those are the games that make money these days. I mean some really good IPs are made, but compared to the number of shooters, not enough.

  • 12.07.2012 12:05 PM PDT

Country: United States.
State: Pennsylvania.
County: Warren.
I graduated from high school on June-11-2011. I'm 19 right now. I'm turning 20 in December. I like playing video games, and board games. I like reading Sci-Fi, and World War II novels, and what not.

"There is nothing better in the world than being better at a video game than someone else....oh wait"

Posted by: I Lucky Punk
But most of the games, i.e. CoD don't do things like that.

How exactly would you have a boss battle in CoD? Out of all the Russians that are surrounding you. There is this one big jacked up guy that challenges you. So the shooting stops and they surround you in a circle. Just like the fight between Obi-Wan Kenobi and General Grievous. He tosses you a AK-47 and you duke it out. Eeyup boss battles in CoD sure would make sense.

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  • 12.07.2012 12:13 PM PDT

Respect skill, Not rank.

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Posted by: Vgnut117
You still have final bosses. And they don't have to be in every game. It's a mechanic that doesn't lend itself to certain genres.


This, just like some games can get away with lots and lots of bosses, like dark/demons souls, megaman, ect.

  • 12.07.2012 12:18 PM PDT

Make a thread saying you will counter any argument against armor lock...

Then respond with Adapt.

"War, the original crack"
-Albert Einstein

Boss battles are too difficult for the thumbless hordes.

  • 12.07.2012 12:23 PM PDT

The Snow Leopard's wisdom includes: Understanding one's shadow-side; trusting one's inner-self; agility; strength; the ability to stalk; understanding the power of silence.

Boss battles were always either tedious and unfair, or easy and boring. A few games have done it right, but most didn't.

  • 12.07.2012 12:26 PM PDT

You know who I am.

They're still around, they're just not as a big a deal as they used to be. I would like to see more boss fights in games though.

  • 12.07.2012 12:30 PM PDT

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Kingdom hearts series sure has some epic boss battels

  • 12.07.2012 12:31 PM PDT

Target audience has changed.

  • 12.07.2012 12:32 PM PDT

Posted by: Changsta inc
Racism isn't wrong if it's funny.

You know though, again, they could've done a lot more with the Didact's ending in Halo 4. I mean, seriously. Why not have him like overshield himself in Promethean armor or something.

I mean, come on!

  • 12.07.2012 12:54 PM PDT

Sleepy since 1995

Didnt really expect them in most games i play and when i do they're usually there.

  • 12.07.2012 12:55 PM PDT

It's the prestige that makes the illusion.

play the Batman: Arkham Asylum game, it has an incredible good campaign and an awesome boss battle :D

  • 12.07.2012 1:05 PM PDT

Posted by: Changsta inc
Racism isn't wrong if it's funny.


Posted by: DeBleserMike
play the Batman: Arkham Asylum game, it has an incredible good campaign and an awesome boss battle :D


You know I did hear about that one. I may have to pick it up.

  • 12.07.2012 1:10 PM PDT

Posted by: Gen Petitt
ME2 was known for stupidity and being retarded

'Sup, Nannerpus.

  • 12.07.2012 1:12 PM PDT

They still exsists in other games.

  • 12.07.2012 1:13 PM PDT

As others have said, some genres lend themselves more to boss battles than others.

  • 12.07.2012 1:19 PM PDT
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  • 12.07.2012 1:21 PM PDT

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