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Boss Up

Boss Up is a love letter to videogame bosses, from infuriating RPG final bosses, to kart racing rivals, and even dating sim ex-wives. Fight your way through 18 bullet hell bosses with your powerful dodge roll, and try not to break your keyboard in half in this tough as nails action platformer!

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Captain Atria
Publisher
Captain Atria
Release
August 24, 2025
343 days ago
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Get ready to BOSS UP in this white-knuckle Bullet Hell Boss Rush! 

Play as Roger, a dodge-rolling horse with a dream! His life goal is to win the VZN tournament and gain his very own Boss Form, becoming a big time Videogame Boss! His journey won't be easy, so get ready for a brutal, keyboard-smashing challenge!

These aren't just your run of the mill run and gun bosses, no no! These bosses come from all types of videogames, from a 90s kart racer, to a rejected mascot horror villain, to a dating sim featuring Roger's very own ex wife! Each fight incorporates gameplay twists from their respective genres, so you'll never know how the next one will play out. 

It's time to BOSS UP!

  • Take on 18 Brutal Boss Fights on your quest to become the ultimate Boss

  • Unlock Over 20 Unique Weapons to bring the heat to these Bosses

  • Choose between Several Silly Hats to gain perks in combat

  • Grab a Drink with your foes between fights and learn all the hot gossip

  • Earn P Ranks by defeating Bosses without taking any damage

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