Studio MDHR’s Cuphead: The Scrumptious Final Course enlargement is lastly right here, and whereas it errs a wee bit on the shorter aspect, it’s nonetheless an absolute blast that provides a number of the most ingenious and inventive bosses in the complete recreation. With that in thoughts, then, we thought that we’d rank all of the bosses from laborious to controller out the window.
Whereas there are six core bosses within the DLC, there’s additionally an extra secret boss which we thought we’d embrace in right here as nicely. So, with out additional ado, let’s get began, lets?
***Spoiler Warning: Should you don’t desire a main plot level from Cuphead: The Scrumptious Final Course spoiled, flip again now.***
Glumstone The Large
Cuphead: The Scrumptious Final Course Bosses, Ranked
Stage: Gnome Approach Out
Most Difficult Section: Ultimate Section in Glumstone Large’s Stomach
Kicking off the listing is Glumstone Large and regardless of his placement because the “best” boss on right here, he’s on no account a pushover. Primarily, he’s an enormous ol’ mountain large with a *checks notes* donsy of gnomes (apparently the collective noun for a bunch of gnomes known as a donsy — hey, we each realized one thing new as we speak!).
Whereas manoeuvering the shifting pillars, gamers should make sure that to not get hit by flocks of geese flying overhead, in addition to gnomes with hammers that’ll bosh you should you keep on a pillar for too lengthy. And that’s earlier than factoring within the pesky imps who’re busy brewing nasty potions that shoot out projectiles from the enormous’s maw.
Reality is, these early phases could also be tough, but it surely’s the third and remaining part — if you’re transported into Glumstone Large’s stomach — the place you’ll really be examined. Ensure that to maintain parrying the skeleton crocodile’s pink tongue and the job’s a superb ‘un.
Moonshine Mob
Cuphead: The Scrumptious Final Course Bosses, Ranked
Stage: Bootlegger Boogie
Most Difficult Section: Second Section with Gentle Bug and the Gramophone
A lot akin to Ribby and Croaks from the unique, the Moonshine Mob are a handful of unsavory gangsters with a penchant for playing. First, you’ll be contending with the Spider Mobster who calls in a bunch of fly thugs to kick your butt.
Subsequent, you’ll be going toe-to-toe with a lounge-singing Gentle Bug, but it surely’s truly her gramophone that’s the true menace right here. You see, stated gramophone blasts out six sound waves that spin across the display clockwise and anti-clockwise which are actually tough to keep away from. Lengthy story brief, this part can actually catch out those that are unprepared.
Lastly, you’ll need to tackle an enormous Anteater sporting a fetching trilby hat. He alone isn’t too unhealthy, however simply make sure that to be careful for the cheeky snail on the finish of this struggle hidden below Anteater’s bonnet. You’ve been warned!
Angel and Demon
Cuphead: The Scrumptious Final Course Bosses, Ranked
Stage: One Hell of a Dream
Most Difficult Section: First Section
Apparently, the key boss in The Scrumptious Final Course solely has one part. Factor is, it may be a fairly powerful one, particularly should you’re undecided what to do.
The important thing to this battle is to keep in mind that whichever enemy you face towards can be an Angel which can’t damage you, and whichever enemy is behind you’ll be a Satan that can damage you. In different phrases, this boss battle is a continuing balancing act the place you’ll be busy turning forwards and backwards in a bid to not get hit by the quite a few projectiles.
Fortunately, this boss’s well being pool is pretty paltry in comparison with others on this listing, so it shouldn’t take you too lengthy to place this duo six ft below.
Esther Winchester
Cuphead: The Scrumptious Final Course Bosses, Ranked
Stage: Excessive-Midday Hoopla
Most Difficult Section: Ultimate Section with Tin of Sausages
The one and solely side-scrolling shoot-’em-up stage in the entire enlargement belongs to Esther Winchester, a hoover-wielding cow who’s additionally a snazzy cowgirl besides. This boss begins off laborious and ends, nicely, even tougher.
Sure, her first part is tremendous difficult, as you’ll have to keep away from an assortment of projectiles flying across the display. Fortunately, the second and third phases that comprise the center of the encounter are comparatively simple, which is able to hopefully provide you with some respiratory area in-between all of the mayhem.
The very best is saved for final, nevertheless, as she morphs right into a tin of beef sausages. Stated sausages are actually intricate to manoeuver however hold spamming these missiles and she or he’ll ultimately go down faster than you possibly can say “Howdy, Accomplice”. Yee-haw!
The Howling Aces
Cuphead: The Scrumptious Final Course Bosses, Ranked
Stage: Doggone Dogfight
Most Difficult Section: Ultimate Section with the Laser Turrets, Shortly Adopted by the Display Spinning Clockwise
A bulldog fighter pilot with a wingman who likes to chuck tennis balls at you, The Howling Aces begins off simply sufficient. In reality, even the second part is a stroll within the park, too, in comparison with lots of the different antagonists you’ve met alongside your journey.
However boy, does the going get powerful if you lastly make it to the ultimate part. Not solely do you must take care of a very tough laser sequence, whereas maneuvering the very slender platform of an airplane’s wings, however the recreation may also determine to spin all the pieces at a 90-degree angle which fully discombobulates you.
Oh, and also you’ll even be pelted with flying pink and yellow canine bowls when you’re tremendous disorientated. How form! Actually, we form of lucked out on this one, however in order for you recommendation, we’d positively suggest a homing weapon just like the Crackshot or Chaser to assist make this particular struggle extra of a breeze.
Mortimer Freeze
Cuphead: The Scrumptious Final Course Bosses, Ranked
Stage: Snow Cult Scuffle
Most Difficult Section: Ultimate Section with the Floating Platforms and Aurora Borealis
Not going to lie, this took me and a pal an asinine period of time to beat. Studying the primary part just like the again of your hand actually helps, as you ideally need to go into the second and third phases with as a lot HP as doable.
Primarily, Mortimer Freeze is a rotund, bearded previous man who likes to whack issues with an enormous whale. He additionally has command over a bunch of cute icicles. However don’t let their cuteness lull you right into a false sense of safety. Significantly, they’re simply little arseholes who actually need to rain in your parade.
Through the second part, Mortimer warps into a large Ice Beast and also you’ll need to time your jumps completely to be able to keep away from his devastating rolls. And eventually, the Aurora Borealis on the finish is simply the icing on the cake (learn: absolutely the worst). Carry on shifting close to the middle of the display, and keep away from the quite a few projectiles and ultimately, you’ll ultimately reign supreme.
Chef Saltbaker
Cuphead: The Scrumptious Final Course Bosses, Ranked
Stage: A Dish to Die For
Most Difficult Section: Each the First and Ultimate Section
So, right here we’re. The ultimate boss and the toughest boss in The Scrumptious Final Course is definitely… the pleasant Chef Saltbaker! Yeah, I do know. You most likely noticed that twist a mile off.
You see, the factor with Chef Saltbaker is his first and remaining phases are powerful as ol’ boots. You’ll be contending with a display crammed with cooking components flying across the display, in addition to a very annoying ball of flame that likes to gravitate in the direction of you. And that’s simply the primary a part of the battle.
The second part might be notably thorny, too, however so long as you retain aiming your weapon primarily on the 4 pepper shakers in every nook of the display, which then fly off and smack the dastardly pastry prepare dinner proper within the mug, you’ll quickly attain the following half.
Right here, you possibly can have a wee relaxation, because the third part is a complete doddle. Don’t fear, you’ve earned it! Lastly, the ground will give approach, and also you’ll be tasked with maneuvering between floating platforms. Sadly, Saltbaker’s mischievous coronary heart will float about and can be an actual buzzkill.
Ms. Chalice’s horizontal Tremendous Artwork will turn out to be useful right here, or you could possibly go for the invulnerability Tremendous Artwork, then again. No matter you go for, you’ll additionally want just a little bit of excellent ol’ woman luck, as this part is as laborious as titanium-tipped nails. With just a little persistence, you’ll quickly carry this nefarious dough-slinger down. Good luck and godspeed — you’ve acquired this!
