10 Optional Video Game Boss Fights You Totally Missed

10. Sekiro - Demon Of Hatred

Kicking off this list is possibly one of the most out of place and jarring bosses in any game.

Sekiro, as many took a while to get used to, is not a conventional Soulsborne game. There be no roll-spamming or shields to tank blows with here, sonny.

Which is fine, as practically every other boss requires lightning-fast sword parrying to overcome. That's Sekiro's forte, and once you nail it, it's an absolute riot to play. Seriously, the Sword Saint Isshin fight is one of the best boss fights I've ever played.

The DoH is a purely optional boss in Sekiro, as it's possible to play through without going anywhere near him. But for story/lore purposes, it's worth checking out, and may surprise you when you discover the truth.

However, don't expect an easy ride. The Demon is big, hits hard, and doesn't have an immediately obvious weapon to parry (though you can deflect when you get used to it). It threw players for a loop, as this boss fight is something you'd expect in Dark Souls, not the elegant swordplay of Sekiro.

Or, y'know, you can cheese it and let him fall off of a cliff. It's there to be exploited...