Although it is not a Soulslike game, the difficulty of Black Myth: Wukong is hard to deny.
The Soulslike games themselves have countless challenges with satisfying boss battles. And although many of them are “optional” and can be ignored, sometimes, those optional bosses give many gamers a headache and tear their hair out.
Of course, with its abundant and diverse “boss warehouse”, Black Myth: Wukong also has one of the most annoying bosses in this ranking.
Owl (Father) and Demon Of Hatred in Sekiro
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a demanding game, where battles leave no room for hesitation or error. Even after players begin to grasp the game's rhythm, main bosses like Genichiro Ashina, the Guardian Ape, and Isshin, the Sword Saint, remain challenging, punishing every small mistake. However, two of the game's hardest bosses—Owl (Father) and Demon of Hatred are optional, only encountered through specific endings or tied to certain achievements.
Owl Father is a stronger, more cunning version of the already formidable Great Shinobi Owl, with devastating new moves. Fighting him in a limited area and having to endure long combos without stopping will require a lot of patience from the player. On the other hand, the Demon of Hatred is a completely different beast, requiring an approach unlike most other bosses in Sekiro. The fight with him is intense, long and requires the preparation of many consumables.
The Scorpionlord and Yellow Loong in Black Myth: Wukong
While Black Myth: Wukong is considered more accessible than the average soullike, it still has relatively annoying bosses. Prominent among them are the two names The Scorpionlord and Yellow Loong.
Both are extremely agile bosses and are capable of performing endless chains of attacks as well as possessing very few weaknesses to exploit. These are also considered tests of skill for players, requiring precise timing, quick reflexes and a deep understanding of the mechanics of Black Myth: Wukong to win.
Malenia Blade Of Miquella in Elden Ring
“I am Malenia, Blade of Miquella, and I have never known defeat” – this is a line that every Elden Ring gamer has engraved in their memories. The infamous optional boss fight with Malenia remains one of the most difficult challenges in the game, even after the release of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
Malenia's difficulty has reached such legendary levels that players like Let Me Solo Her have become famous simply for helping others take her down. Defeating Miquella's twin sister is considered one of the most important achievements in Elden Ring, and many players choose to save this encounter for the end of their journey.