Darksiders Genesis Boss List: All Major Bosses and Achievements

In Darksiders Genesis, you take on the roles of War and Strife, battling through Hell to stop Lucifer’s plans. Along the way, you’ll face hordes of demons and formidable bosses that stand in your way. To help you track these encounters, we’ve compiled a list of all the major bosses in Darksiders Genesis that have achievements tied to their defeat.
Notes About the Bosses
- This list focuses on major story bosses with achievements/trophies attached.
- Each boss drops a unique Creature Core, which can be farmed after your first encounter.
- Some bosses have special quests or challenges tied to how you defeat them, so keep an eye out for optional objectives.
Mammon
- Chapter: 6
- Location: Mammon’s Vault
- Achievement/Trophy Unlocked: Mammon
The first major boss you’ll encounter in Darksiders Genesis is Mammon, the Greedy Demon. You’ll face him during Chapter 6 in his hidden vault. Mammon is a mandatory boss to defeat to advance the storyline. After defeating him, you’ll unlock the Mammon Achievement/Trophy.
Belial
- Chapter: 9
- Location: Belial’s Lair
- Achievement/Trophy Unlocked: Belial
The second major boss in the game, is Belial, who is encountered in Chapter 9. Known for his brute strength and powerful attacks, Belial is a formidable opponent. Defeating him is required to progress the story, and you’ll earn the Belial Achievement/Trophy for your efforts.
Astarte
- Chapter: 10
- Location: Eden Prime
- Achievement/Trophy Unlocked: Astarte
After defeating Belial, your journey takes you to Eden Prime, where you face Astarte. This boss battle is unique, as it incorporates horse-mounted combat, giving the fight a fresh and dynamic feel. Astarte must be defeated to advance the story, and taking her down earns you the Astarte Achievement/Trophy.
Dagon
- Chapter: 13
- Location: Eden
- Achievement/Trophy Unlocked: Dagon
In Chapter 13, you’ll encounter Dagon, a demon responsible for flooding parts of Eden. This watery battle is pivotal to the story, and defeating Dagon allows you to continue your quest. The Dagon Achievement/Trophy is your reward for overcoming this challenge.
Moloch
- Chapter: 16
- Location: Moloch’s Fortress
- Achievement/Trophy Unlocked: Moloch
Te final boss of Darksiders Genesis is Moloch. This climactic battle takes place in Chapter 16, where you must face him in his fortress. Once defeated, you’ll complete the game (after returning to The Void). For your efforts, you’ll unlock the Moloch Achievement/Trophy.
What’s Inside the Creature Cores?
Each boss you defeat drops a unique Creature Core, which provides powerful upgrades for War and Strife. These cores can also be farmed in replays, offering an opportunity to improve your characters further. Be sure to check your Creature Core menu after each boss fight to equip these valuable items.
That’s all the major bosses in Darksiders Genesis! From the greedy Mammon to the menacing Moloch, there’s a diverse range of demonic foes to take down. What were your favorite boss fights in the game? Let us know in the comments below!
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