5 Things to Do After Beating Cuphead

So, you’ve done it—you fought your way through Cuphead’s toughest bosses, faced The Devil himself, and saved the souls of those in need. But now that the main adventure is over, what’s next?

If you’re looking for more challenges or hidden secrets, don’t worry—there’s still plenty to do! Here are five things you can do after beating Cuphead to extend your playtime and fully complete the game.

1. Collect Any Hidden Coins You Missed

If you finished Cuphead and still have some unpurchased items at Porkrind’s Emporium, chances are you missed a few hidden coins. Many of these are scattered across the overworld, tucked away in Run ‘n’ Gun levels, or rewarded through NPC interactions.

Need help finding them? Check out our Cuphead Hidden Coins guide to track them all down! Collecting every coin allows you to buy every Shot, Super, and Charm, which can be useful for completing achievements or trying different playstyles.

2. Play Cuphead on Expert Mode

Looking for an even tougher challenge? Expert Mode unlocks after beating the game once, increasing enemy health, speeding up attack patterns, and making bosses even harder.

Beating every boss on Expert is required to unlock the “Beat The Devil at His Own Game” achievement, proving that you’re a true Cuphead master. But be warned—this mode is brutally difficult and will put your skills to the ultimate test!

3. Unlock All Achievements

Cuphead has plenty of achievements that separate casual players from the most dedicated pros. If you’re aiming for 100% completion, here are some of the toughest achievements you might want to tackle next:

• A and S Rank Mastery – Get an A rank on every boss or push yourself further by earning an S rank (Expert Mode only).
• Pacifist Run – Beat all Run ‘n’ Gun levels without firing a single shot to prove your skill.
• Secret Achievements – Find hidden NPC quests and complete special challenges to unlock even more achievements.

Grinding for these can be difficult, but they’re a great way to extend your playtime and prove your mastery of the game.

4. Complete NPC Quests You Missed

Throughout the game, you’ve likely come across various NPCs in the overworld. Some of these characters offer hidden challenges or side quests that can reward you with coins or achievements.

For example:

• The Barbershop Quartet won’t sing until you find their missing member.
• The Turtle in Inkwell Isle Three offers advice that can help you unlock the Pacifist Run achievement.

If you missed any of these side quests, now’s the perfect time to go back and complete them!

5. Play Co-Op Mode with a Friend

Cuphead is already tough, but playing co-op with a friend changes things dramatically. While having a second player makes some fights easier, it also ramps up boss health and can make dodging trickier.

If you haven’t played in local co-op, grab a friend and experience Cuphead in a whole new way! You can even swap characters and play as Mugman for a fresh take on the game.

Bonus: Play The Delicious Last Course DLC

If you’re looking for even more Cuphead content, be sure to check out The Delicious Last Course! This DLC introduces:

• A brand-new island (Inkwell Isle IV)
• Challenging new bosses
• Ms. Chalice, a new playable character
• New weapons and charms

If you’ve already mastered the base game, the DLC offers a fantastic way to continue your Cuphead adventure.

There you have it, 5 things to do after beating Cuphead. Hopefully this list helps you extend the life of this beautiful game. For more guides like this one head on over to our Cuphead walkthrough and guide hub.

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