Several outlets have published rankings of the most challenging bosses in various games, including those in the Soulsborne series. Some lists focus specifically on certain games, such as Elden Ring or Dark Souls, while others consider a broader range of games, including non-Souls titles. The rankings appear to vary, with some outlets listing the top 10, 15, or 25 most difficult bosses, and others considering the hardest bosses across multiple games and series.