Studio MDHR\u2019s Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course expansion is finally here, and while it errs a wee bit on the shorter side, it\u2019s still an absolute blast that offers some of the most inventive and creative bosses in the entire game. With that in mind, then, we thought that we\u2019d rank all the bosses from hard to controller out the window. <\/p>\n
While there are six core bosses in the DLC, there\u2019s also an additional secret boss which we thought we\u2019d include in here as well. So, without further ado, let\u2019s get started, shall we?<\/p>\n
***Spoiler Warning: If you don\u2019t want a major plot point from Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course spoiled, turn back now.<\/em>***<\/p>\n Stage: Gnome Way Out<\/strong><\/p>\n Most Challenging Phase: Final Phase in Glumstone Giant\u2019s Belly<\/strong><\/p>\n Kicking off the list is Glumstone Giant and despite his placement as the \u201ceasiest\u201d boss on here, he\u2019s by no means a pushover. Essentially, he\u2019s a big ol\u2019 mountain giant with a *checks notes* donsy of gnomes (apparently the collective noun for a group of gnomes is called a donsy \u2014 hey, we both learned something new today!).<\/p>\n While manoeuvering the moving pillars, players will have to make sure not to get hit by flocks of geese flying overhead, as well as gnomes with hammers that\u2019ll bosh you if you stay on a pillar for too long. And that\u2019s before factoring in the pesky imps who\u2019re busy brewing nasty potions that shoot out projectiles from the giant\u2019s maw. <\/p>\n Truth is, these early phases may be tricky, but it\u2019s the third and final phase \u2014 when you\u2019re transported into Glumstone Giant\u2019s belly \u2014 where you\u2019ll truly be tested. Make sure to keep parrying the skeleton crocodile\u2019s pink tongue and the job\u2019s a good \u2018un.<\/p>\n Stage: Bootlegger Boogie<\/strong><\/p>\n Most Challenging Phase: Second Phase with Light Bug and the Gramophone<\/strong><\/p>\n Much akin to Ribby and Croaks from the original, the Moonshine Mob are a handful of unsavory gangsters with a penchant for gambling. First, you\u2019ll be contending with the Spider Mobster who calls in a bunch of fly thugs to kick your butt. <\/p>\n Next, you\u2019ll be going toe-to-toe with a lounge-singing Light Bug, but it\u2019s actually her gramophone that is the true threat here. You see, said gramophone blasts out six sound waves that spin around the screen clockwise and anti-clockwise that are really tricky to avoid. Long story short, this phase can really catch out those who are unprepared.<\/p>\n Lastly, you\u2019ll have to take on a giant Anteater sporting a fetching trilby hat. He alone isn\u2019t too bad, but just make sure to watch out for the cheeky snail at the end of this fight hidden under Anteater\u2019s bonnet. You\u2019ve been warned!<\/p>\n Stage: One Hell of a Dream<\/strong><\/p>\n Most Challenging Phase: First Phase<\/strong><\/p>\n Interestingly, the secret boss in The Delicious Last Course only has one phase. Thing is, it can be a pretty tough one, especially if you\u2019re not sure what to do. <\/p>\n The key to this battle is to remember that whichever enemy you face toward will be an Angel which cannot hurt you, and whichever enemy is behind you will be a Devil that can<\/em> hurt you. In other words, this boss battle is a constant balancing act where you\u2019ll be busy turning back and forth in a bid to not get hit by the numerous projectiles. <\/p>\n Thankfully, this boss\u2019s health pool is fairly paltry compared to others on this list, so it shouldn\u2019t take you too long to put this duo six feet under.<\/p>\n Stage: High-Noon Hoopla<\/strong><\/p>\n Most Challenging Phase: Final Phase with Tin of Sausages<\/strong><\/p>\n The one and only side-scrolling shoot-\u2019em-up stage in the whole expansion belongs to Esther Winchester, a hoover-wielding cow who\u2019s also a snazzy cowgirl to boot. This boss starts off hard and ends, well, even harder<\/em>.<\/p>\n Yes, her first phase is super challenging, as you\u2019ll need to avoid an assortment of projectiles flying around the screen. Thankfully, the second and third phases that comprise the middle of the encounter are relatively straightforward, which will hopefully give you some breathing space in-between all the mayhem.<\/p>\n The best is saved for last, however, as she morphs into a tin of beef sausages. Said sausages are really intricate to manoeuver but keep spamming those missiles and she\u2019ll eventually go down quicker than you can say \u201cHowdy, Partner\u201d. Yee-haw!<\/p>\n Stage: Doggone Dogfight<\/strong><\/p>\n Most Challenging Phase: Final Phase with the Laser Turrets, Shortly Followed by the Screen Spinning Clockwise<\/strong><\/p>\n A bulldog fighter pilot with a wingman who likes to chuck tennis balls at you, The Howling Aces starts off easily enough. In fact, even the second phase is a walk in the park, too, compared to many of the other antagonists you\u2019ve met along your adventure.<\/p>\n But boy, does the going get tough when you finally make it to the final phase. Not only do you have to contend with a really tricky laser sequence, while maneuvering the very narrow platform of an airplane\u2019s wings, but the game will also decide to spin everything at a 90-degree angle which completely discombobulates you.<\/p>\n Oh, and you\u2019ll also be pelted with flying red and yellow dog bowls while you\u2019re super disorientated. How kind! Honestly, we sort of lucked out on this one, but if you want advice, we\u2019d definitely recommend a homing weapon like the Crackshot or Chaser to help make this specific fight more of a breeze.<\/p>\n Stage: Snow Cult Scuffle<\/strong><\/p>\n Most Challenging Phase: Final Phase with the Floating Platforms and Aurora Borealis<\/strong><\/p>\n Not going to lie, this took me and a pal an asinine amount of time to beat. Learning the first phase like the back of your hand really helps, as you ideally want to go into the second and third phases with as much HP as possible. <\/p>\n Essentially, Mortimer Freeze is a rotund, bearded old man who loves to whack things with a huge whale. He also has command over a bunch of cute icicles. But don\u2019t let their cuteness lull you into a false sense of security. Seriously, they\u2019re just little arseholes who really want to rain on your parade.<\/p>\n During the second phase, Mortimer warps into a massive Ice Beast and you\u2019ll have to time your jumps perfectly in order to avoid his devastating rolls. And finally, the Aurora Borealis at the end is just the icing on the cake (read: the absolute worst<\/em>). Keep on moving near the center of the screen, and avoid the numerous projectiles and sooner or later, you\u2019ll eventually reign supreme. <\/p>\n Stage: A Dish to Die For<\/strong><\/p>\n Most Challenging Phase: Both the First and Final Phase<\/strong><\/p>\n So, here we are. The final boss and the hardest boss in The Delicious Last Course is actually\u2026 the friendly Chef Saltbaker! Yeah, I know. You probably saw that twist a mile off.<\/p>\n You see, the thing with Chef Saltbaker is his first and<\/em> final phases are tough as ol\u2019 boots. You\u2019ll be contending with a screen filled with cooking ingredients flying around the screen, as well as a really annoying ball of flame that loves to gravitate towards you. And that\u2019s just the first part of the battle.<\/p>\n The second phase can be particularly thorny, too, but as long as you keep aiming your weapon primarily at the four pepper shakers in each corner of the screen, which then fly off and smack the dastardly pastry cook right in the mug, you\u2019ll soon reach the next part.<\/p>\n Here, you can have a wee rest, as the third phase is a total doddle. Don\u2019t worry, you\u2019ve earned it! Finally, the floor will give way, and you\u2019ll be tasked with maneuvering between floating platforms. Unfortunately, Saltbaker\u2019s mischievous heart will float about and will be a real buzzkill. <\/p>\n Ms. Chalice\u2019s horizontal Super Art will come in handy here, or you could opt for the invulnerability Super Art, on the other hand. Whatever you go for, you\u2019ll also need a little bit of good ol\u2019 lady luck, as this phase is as hard as titanium-tipped nails. With a little patience, you\u2019ll soon bring this nefarious dough-slinger down. Good luck and godspeed \u2014 you\u2019ve got this!<\/p>\n<\/div>\nGlumstone The Giant<\/h2>\n
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<\/div>Moonshine Mob<\/h2>\n
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<\/div>Angel and Demon<\/h2>\n
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<\/div>Esther Winchester<\/h2>\n
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<\/div>The Howling Aces<\/h2>\n
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<\/div>Mortimer Freeze<\/h2>\n
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<\/div>Chef Saltbaker<\/h2>\n
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