All Bosses in Kingdom Hearts 2.5 Final Mix, Ranked

Since its debut in 2002, Kingdom Hearts has been proving to its fans that there is more to the franchise. Besides the odd yet pleasing pairing of Disney characters and Square Enix's RPGs, the series continues to surpass expectations, especially with its tough-as-nails bosses. You might be fooled by the cartoonish-looking characters, but these nemesis pack quite the punch. In fact, the heart-pounding battles against some of the most iconic and fearsome bosses are what keep fans coming back for more. Whether it's the thrill of knocking down a colossal titan or outwitting a crafty adversary, the bosses in Kingdom Hearts 2.5 Final Mix provide some of the most memorable moments in gaming. If you wish to get in on some of this action, here are all bosses in Kingdom Hearts 2.5 Final Mix, Ranked. 

10. Zexion

Zexion is the first enemy you encounter in Kingdom Hearts Final Mix 2.5. He is not much of a formidable opponent since a decent-sized attack gets him down. His offense strategy is launching attacks, and he is not good at defense since he is quite easy to hit. 

But be wary of his books since he can use them to capture you and your allies. If you're trapped in the book, you must attack oncoming books until you find the specific book Zexion used to capture you. On the bright side, he drops recipes and unique crafting items that are pretty resourceful. 

9. The Experiment

Hailing from Halloween Town, The Experiment is Dr Finkelstein's creation, a mishmash of various parts. Fortunately, this boss lacks a proper strategy during fights, but it also works to his advantage. 

His strength is splitting into parts and attacking you from various directions. If this happens, lock in on his head until he re-assembles back, then strike with offensive nows until he helplessly tears apart. The fights could be weird, but the eerie atmosphere of the battle adds a touch of charm.

8. Grim Reaper

TheGrim Reaper is always a symbol of death. In Kingdom Hearts 2, he upholds the same with challenging battles. You first encounter this character on the Black Pearl. While this first fight isn't tough as nails, the second one brings all the boys to the yard. 

The Grim Reaper becomes invincible after absorbing Aztec Gold. But with Jack Sparrow and Donald in your party, you have a fighting chance of taking him down. Interestingly, the mechanics you can use to fight him are fascinating. But the fight can drag on.Bosses i

7. Captain Barbossa

Fighting Captain Barbossa in Port Royal is a swashbuckling adventure, but his reliance on the cursed medallions for invulnerability makes it quite challenging. The ruthless pirate turns into a decayed skeleton under the curse's influence, which adds to his invincibility. 

While most people end up stuck on how to take him down. But magic always fights magic. Plus, keep an eye out for that lizard before it steals the light. 

6. Vexen

As a former member of the first Organization, Vexen is still available as a character to be tackled in Kingdom Hearts Final Mix 2. His attack strategy is to summon storms and blizzards that freeze his opponents. 

Moreover, his defense strategy is a colossal blue shield that thwarts any frontal attacks. Moreover, he can summon icicles and slippery ice routes, following his opponent for seconds. 

5. Marluxia

Also known as the graceful assassin, Marluxia is a real test of skill and endurance. Because of his counter, a few attacks from this boss wipe out a chunk of your HP. He wields a massive scythe and also summons his abilities from flowers. His scythe attacks and countdown mechanic are both challenging and thrilling, demanding the utmost focus.

Moreover, in this title, Marluxia is an optional boss to fight but with a fair share of new gimmicks. If you are a fan of the franchise, you must know that in Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories, Marluxia is the only boss that can be fought once, unlike other Xemnas and Ansem, whom you will have repeated encounters with. 

4. Larxene

Sacarstic and deadly, Larxene is a swift fighter who uses her hands to strike opponents. Her fighting style is akin to that of the ninja. She places knives between her fingers, which look like claws. Plus, she can launch electrifying hits by infusing the knives with electricity. 

Moreover, this boss can summon lightning bolts that grant lightning power to her knives. Beyond this, she can levitate and teleport. Her speed and relentless assault require quick reflexes and a solid strategy to defeat.

3. Xemnas 

Welding the power of NothingnessNothingness, ironically, Xemnas is a formidable boss. Being the leader of Organization XIII, Xemnas is the most powerful individual. This means he can use his subject's ability to teleport and fly. Beyond that, he can craft blads from NothingnessNothingness, like how Dr Strane can manipulate time and space. 

2. Laexeus

In Kingdom Hearts Final Mix 2, Laexeus returns as a secret boss. With incredible physical strength, this boss becomes progressively stronger as the battle continues. In fact, some of his attacks are impossible to dodge. 

The only way to deal damage is by blocking an attack and hitting him when he is most vulnerable. Successfully doing so grants you the recipe for crafting a strength-based staff. 

1. Lingering Will

Topping our list of all bosses in Kingdom Hearts 2 Final Mix is the final boss you encounter after completing the game, Lingering Will.  You can only access this boss after unlocking The Gathering. Lingering Will combines high difficulty with a dramatic setting, so you better prepare for this battle. 

Wielding a colossal blade, Lingering Will can alter the form of his blade into various weapons. You can take advantage of the basic attacks, such as dashing into the air and launching repetitive attacks at Sora. Beyond that, he is vulnerable to repeated combo attacks. So it's advisable to equip the Combo Boost, Combo Pulses, and  Air Combo Boost.

So, what are your thoughts on our ranks for all bosses in Kingdom Hearts 2 Fina Mix? What are some of your favorite bosses? Let us know on our socials here or comments below.