No matter how you slice it,Black Myth: Wukongis achallenging action game with no difficulty settings, and while many bosses can be defeated on the first or second attempt by seasoned action RPG players, others are far more punishing. Some encounters require players to spend hours studying boss attack patterns, finding openings, and honing their reflexes. Careful attention must also be given to equipment, active skills, and consumables to increase the odds of success.
The game is filled with difficult bosses, a fact that becomes evident early on when playersface the Wandering Wight in the first hour. Luckily, many ofBlack Myth: Wukong’s toughest bosses are optional, allowing players to return to them at any time. However, the final stretch of the game presents some of the most brutal and unavoidable boss fights that will test the skills of even the most determined players. Only by facing these challenges head-on can the Destined One emerge victorious.
Updated August 01, 2025, by Vlad Mazanko:Black Myth: Wukong delivers a wealth of challenging bosses for action enthusiasts, each boasting diverse movesets and subtle weaknesses that require careful observation. Though the game offers some build variety, many of its toughest bosses lack obvious vulnerabilities, posing a relentless threat regardless of a player’s strategy.
With their speed, aggression, durability, and devastating special attacks, these encounters often stretch into lengthy battles, growing more demanding as mana and magical abilities dwindle, testing players' endurance and skill. This updated list highlights both optional and mandatory bosses that will truly test players' skills and determination in Black Myth: Wukong.
20The Wandering Wight
Spirit
More of an honorable mentionthan a truly tough fight, theWandering Wightspirit has alreadygained notoriety among playerswho never expected the game’s early bosses to be so challenging. While Wandering Wight’s attacks are generally slow and well-telegraphed, making it seem like an easy target, it hits incredibly hard and can kill the Destined One in just a couple of strikes. Adding to the difficulty is the fact that players have limited access to spells, skills, and gear at this point, which explains why this early boss fight has sparked so much frustration.
However, players aren’t required to defeat Wandering Wight immediately after encountering it. It’s an optional boss that doesn’t offer any significant rewards if defeated too early. Only when players acquire the ability to absorb spirits later in Chapter One does it become worth revisiting Wandering Wight, defeating it, and claiming its spirit.
19Kang-Jin Loong
Yaoguai King
Though not overly threatening,Kang-Jin Loongprobably ranks among the most frustrating bosses inBlack Myth: Wukong. Thislong, twitchy Chinese dragon spendsmuch of its time hovering above the ground, wielding elusive hitboxes that force players to run back and forth across the entire arena just to land a single hit. Defensive tactics are key here, as this fight tests patience and survivability rather than raw aggression.
At times, Kang-Jin Loong ascends out of reach, soaring high to unleash devastating thunder strikes. One of the better moves against this boss is thecharged heavy strike from the Pillar Stance, which extends the staff’s reach for a powerful blow—though players must time it carefully to succeed.
18Black Bear Guai
The Chapter One final boss,Black Bear Guai, easily ranks among thetoughest early-game challengesinBlack Myth: Wukong, making it a daunting encounter unless players have fully mastered the Destined One’s arsenal by that point. The second phase (sharing a single HP bar across both, thankfully) heightens the danger with added fire attacks, though players can counter this bysecuring the Fireproof Mantle Vesselfrom the Ancient Guanyin Temple secret area.
On the upside, this massive bear isn’t overly swift, giving players a chance to slip behind it and land hits without immediate retaliation. Additionally, the Black Bear Guai can be stunned with heavy charged attacks, which also prove beneficial for dealing plenty of damage while the boss recovers.
17Bishui Golden-Eyed Beast
The secret boss of Chapter Five, theBishui Golden-Eyed Beast, offers a straightforward yet grueling battle. This massive, enraged creature boasts a vast HP pool, punishing flame strikes, and surprising speed and agility despite its size, making it a formidable challenge for anyDestined One venturing into Bishui Cave. Its fiery attacks often cover extremely wide areas, so leaning on the Pillar Stance can prove a winning strategy once again. The beast can be stunned several times during the fight, opening brief windows for players to unleash damaging spells or spirit attacks. Caution is also key, as lava coats part of the arena floor, adding another layer of danger. Fortunately, this fiery showdown doesn’t have a second phase.
The reward for this optional encounter is well worth it, providing materials and a recipe to craft one ofBlack Myth: Wukong’stop armor sets, the Bull King Armor Set, though with a catch: players can only forge two of the four pieces in a single playthrough.
16Red Boy / Yaksha King
TheRed BoyandYaksha King, Chapter Five’s final boss, poses a formidable challenge for players. The first phase offers a relatively merciful introduction, but what follows is abrutal onslaught from a lethal adversary, featuring sweeping, long-range blade slashes, extended four- and five-hit combos with throws, massive thorn eruptions across a wide area, and deceptive ranged fire projectiles.
Zhu Bajie’s assistance provides a welcome reprieve, drawing some attention in this climactic showdown, but even with this helping hand, players should brace for repeated deaths unless they master countering the Yaksha King’s relentless combos and attacks. Given the boss’s reach and speed, thecharged heavy attack from the Thrust Stance provesespecially effective, delivering a precise, powerful strike from a safe distance to interrupt the enemy’s next move and slowing him down.
15Yellowbrow
InBlack Myth: Wukong, chapter-ending bosses are typically among the game’s toughest, andYellowbrowexemplifies this tradition perfectly. Far more than a single encounter, this thrilling yet demanding multi-phase battle unfolds as a lengthy, unforgettable episode—one of the most distinctive and memorable in the entire game.
It begins with players facing the towering, menacing Yellowbrow in one-on-one combat, only to encounter a classic twist: “defeating” the boss leads to the player’s own defeat. Next, Yellowbrow traps the Destined One in a sack, where they must overcome the Macaque Chief—a familiar foe who strikes like a truck. After prevailing, players assume the Chief’s form and navigate a unique gameplay segment while shrunken down, adapting to this new combat style. Only then do theyearn the chance to confront Yellowbrow again, now enraged and more formidable than ever, in a climactic showdown. This fight earns a well-deserved place not just among the game’s hardest bosses, but also its finest.
14Black Loong
Black Loongisn’t the most dangerous of all secret Loong bosses players can face bycollecting Loong Scales in Chapter Two, but it stands out for one particularly nasty combat trick. Wielding two massive thunder maces, this boss unleashes a devastating rhythm-based shock attack multiple times during the fight. The attack creates waves of energy that are difficult to dodge and must be avoided by jumping over them. The challenge lies in the attack’s duration; a single mistake can cause the player’s character to be stunned, leaving them vulnerable to successive waves. This can result in instant death if caught in the chain.
To counter this, players can use the arena’s environment to their advantage. Several large boulders scattered around the area can be climbed during the combo to avoid taking damage entirely. However, this requires careful planning —Black Loong’s regular mace attackscan shatter these boulders if he gets too close. To ensure they remain intact for the critical moments, players should try to keep the boss as far away from the boulders as possible early in the fight.
13Cyan Loong
Another member of the secret Loong boss family,Cyan Loong, can be encountered during Chapter Three on Turtle Island, just a short distance from the mandatory Kang-Jin Star boss fight. While not as grueling as Yellow Loong,Cyan Loong can still be a formidable foethanks to his fast and varied moveset. His long, quick sword swings and thunderbolt-infused grab attacks are particularly challenging, often overwhelming players who don’t stay on their toes. Like many bosses, Cyan Loong employs leaping attacks that allow him to close the gap rapidly and deliver high-damage strikes. The best strategy is to stay mobile, dodging his assaults and countering from behind. Players should remain wary of his tail attack, though it’s well-telegraphed and less damaging than his other moves.
When Cyan Loong’s health drops to about a third, he powers up, charging his sword with electricity. This grants him increased damage and additional attack patterns, making the final phase of the fight especially dangerous. It’s crucial to save powerful spells or transformations for this phase to avoid losing momentum and progress.
12Captain Wise-Voice
Spectacular in design and intimidating in combat,Captain Wise-Voicestands out as one of the most challenging encounters inBlack Myth: Wukong. With an enormous health pool,this boss fight is a true test of endurance, pushing players to maintain focus and adaptability over a prolonged battle. Right from the start, Captain Wise-Voice makes his presence known with a devastating laser beam attack that’s difficult to dodge, setting the tone for the encounter. As one of the few large-sized bosses, he presents unique challenges, with awkward camera angles and hitboxes located primarily on his legs, complicating the process of dealing consistent damage. Adding to the difficulty are his wide-reaching AOE slams, which can easily overwhelm and kill an unprepared player. Survival depends on maintaining mobility and staying aware of his attack patterns.
The most effective strategy against Captain Wise-Voice is tofocus on aggressive damage output. Aiming to stagger him is crucial; once he falls, players can capitalize by unleashing their strongest abilities on his exposed, vulnerable head. Timing and precision are key to preventing this battle from dragging out longer than necessary, as an extended fight increases the risk of mistakes.
11Emerald-Armed Mantis
Yaoguai Chief
TheEmerald-Armed Mantisstands out as one of the most unique and challenging boss fights inBlack Myth: Wukong, leaving a lasting impressionnot just for its difficulty but also for its bizarre setting. This mandatory battle takes place during Chapter Six, inside the stomach of Zhu Bajie, Wukong’s loyal ally, as players are shrunken down to retrieve a piece of Wukong’s legendary armaments.
Despite its small size, this insect-like foe packs an incredible punch. Armed with razor-sharp hand blades, the mantis is fast-moving and launches deadly combos that can decimate even well-equipped players in just a few missed dodges. Its aggressive attack patterns demand careful observation and precise timing to avoid instant defeat, making this battle one of the most dangerous in the game. Thankfully, the Emerald-Armed Mantis has a relatively modest health pool. Players should focus on high damage output and take advantage of brief openings to quickly bring this relentless foe down before its punishing combos spiral out of control.
