10 Video Game Bosses Who JUST WOULDN'T DIE

10. Lavos - Chrono Trigger

In Chrono Trigger, the titular time-traveller allies with warriors from different time periods to stop an alien parasite called Lavos from destroying the world.

Taking on the malevolent creature is no easy task, since Lavos uses the tactics of every major boss in the game. If Chrono survives every phase, Lavos will begin using his own strategies, which involve reigning hellfire onto the entire party. After sustaining enough damage, Lavos' head will explode, seemingly dying.

But it's not over. After besting the malignant beast, Chrono's party will realise they've been tussling with Lavos' exoskeleton, and must journey inward to face his true form. After another arduous scrap, Chrono destroys Lavos. And this time, he's definitely dead.

But it's not over... again. Just as he died, Lavos gave birth to Lavos Core, who serves as the true final boss. This newborn is insufferable to fight, since it can hide its essence inside two neighbouring pods. On multiple occasions, Lavos Core will seemingly die, only to transfer his essence to his pods, dragging out this already lengthy brawl.

Although this showdown goes on forever, it should be expected. Considering Lavos has made Earth his home for millions of years, he was always going to put up one hell of a fight.