15 Most Memorable First Boss Encounters In Gaming History

8. Berserker (Gears Of War)

Gears Of War is a bleak series, creating a world where humanity has been overrun by a reptilian horde known as the Locust. Battling the Locust and saving humanity from extinction are what drives the series forward for the entire series and there are some neat varieties in enemies which prevent the series from growing stale. Delta Squad encounter their first Berserker at the end of Act 1 in the original Gears Of War. While Locust Drones are small, humanoid enemies, Berserkers are hulking giants with bulletproof skin who can decimate the player in an instant. Fortunately, they have a weakness. Berserkers are blind and have to rely on sound and smell to find their foes. This adds a strategic element to any fight with a Berserker as it's possible to predict their movement based on the player's position. The first Berserker duel sees Marcus and Dom use the Berserker to break down walls to try and lead it outside, allowing them to use the Hammer Of Dawn (a satellite based weapon) to defeat the monster as it's the only weapon capable of dealing damage to a Berserker. Leading the Berserker through the Tomb Of The Unknowns is frantic and nervy; getting to blast it with a satellite lazer is immensely satisfying.