Navigating the challenging world of *Bloodborne* involves facing a series of formidable bosses, each presenting unique challenges and rewards. This guide offers a comprehensive breakdown of the ideal boss order, ensuring you maximize your gameplay experience and effectively conquer each encounter.
In Bloodborne, you don't necessarily need to defeat every boss to complete the game, but doing so enriches your experience with valuable rewards. We strongly encourage tackling as many bosses as possible during your playthrough. This guide provides both the non-optional and complete boss orders, with additional insights to help you strategize effectively.
The game features 17 regular bosses and an additional five from The Old Hunters DLC. While the DLC can be accessed after defeating Vicar Amelia, it's generally advised to tackle it closer to the game's end. Opinions vary on whether to play the DLC before or after Mergo’s Wet Nurse, as this can impact certain dialogues.
To streamline your journey through the essential encounters, follow this order for the non-optional bosses in Bloodborne:
Father Gascoigne Vicar Amelia Shadow of Yharnam Rom, the Vacuous Spider The One Reborn Micolash, Host of the Nightmare Mergo’s Wet Nurse Gehrman, the First Hunter Moon Presence (Ending Specific) ### Best Boss Order for All Bosses in Bloodborne
For those looking to conquer every challenge, here's the recommended order for all bosses in Bloodborne:
The Cleric Beast, one of the first bosses you'll encounter in Bloodborne, is found in Central Yharnam. Known for its speed and aggression, this boss can deal significant damage. To defeat it, focus on staying behind it and targeting its hind legs to trip it up. Once it falls, aim for its head to finish it off.
Father Gascoigne presents a thrilling early challenge with his swift movements and frequent use of a firearm. Mastering parry timing is crucial for quickly defeating him. This crazed hunter in Central Yharnam is one of the first major hurdles you'll face.
Encountered in the Church of the Good Chalice in Old Yharnam, the Blood-Starved Beast is a formidable foe with high health and hard-hitting attacks. Maintain your distance and utilize fire or explosive weapons to bring it down more safely.
Vicar Amelia, a massive beast in Cathedral Ward, uses melee attacks and self-healing abilities. Strike her when she's immobile during healing, but be cautious of her glowing body, which signals her healing phase.
The Witch of Hemwick in Hemwick Charnel Lane is tricky due to her invisibility at a distance. She hides in corners, so approach cautiously and use your firearm when you get close enough to see her.
The Shadow of Yharnam in Forbidden Woods wields a large club. Dodge its swings, shoot its head with your gun, and slash its legs with your knife to exploit its weak underbelly.
Rom, located in Moonside Lake at Byrgenwerth, requires careful management of his poisonous and physical attacks, as well as dealing with his summoned spiders. Beating Rom alters the game world, so ensure you've completed necessary tasks beforehand.
Darkbeast Paarl, found in Yahar’gul's Graveyard, is best tackled after defeating Rom. This hulking creature requires strategic positioning and timely attacks to overcome.
The One Reborn in Yahar’gul combines physical and magical attacks. Keep your distance, roll away from its raised arms, and take out summoned enemies before focusing on the main boss.
Martyr Logarius in Forsaken Castle Cainhurst uses Arcane damage and can be challenging. Master the parry timing to deal significant damage and overcome this formidable foe.
Amygdala, a giant tentacled creature in Nightmare Frontier, poses a significant challenge due to its size and reach. Be prepared for a tough fight and use your learned skills to navigate this encounter.
The Celestial Emissary in Upper Cathedral Ward moves quickly and uses long arms to attack. Roll towards its legs to avoid damage and strike back when safe. Be cautious of its grabbing attacks even when it's on the ground.
Micolash in Nightmare of Mensis requires you to chase him through his arena, dealing with magical fog and summoned underlings. Once cornered, be wary of his potent attacks and use strategies like poison knives to defeat him.
The Old Hunters DLC follows a more linear boss progression. After defeating Ludwig, take Laurence’s Skull to the Eye Pendant location to fight Laurence. Then, proceed to face the Living Failures, Lady Maria, and the Orphan of Kos, each presenting a tough challenge.
Ebrietas at the Altar of Despair uses tentacles and magical attacks. Be particularly cautious when she slams her head on the ground, as it can cause significant damage.
Mergo’s Wet Nurse in Nightmare of Mensis uses tentacles and fast-moving water projectiles, eventually obscuring your vision with fog. Focus on evasion and timing your attacks to overcome this challenge. After defeating Mergo, consider completing any remaining tasks before proceeding to the game's end.
Gehrman in Hunter’s Dream wields a long scythe and various firearms. Mastering parry timing is key to defeating him and reaching the game's conclusion.
To face the Moon Presence, collect three of the four One Third of Umbilical Cords before fighting Gehrman, then refuse his offer and defeat him. The Moon Presence uses tails, claws, and orbs of darkness. While challenging, she is generally less difficult than Gehrman if you apply the skills you've honed throughout the game.
And that's the best Bloodborne boss order!
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Related: How to Access the Hunter’s Nightmare for Bloodborne DLC on Attack of the Fanboy
Update: This article was updated on 2/3/2025 by Escapist Editorial to include more information about the various bosses, provide a high-level summary of the boss order, and to include the bosses from the Old Hunters DLC.
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