Elden Ring has a total of 238 bosses in the base game. This total includes both true bosses and mini-bosses. Specifically, there are 165 true bosses with health bars and 73 mini-bosses. Out of these, only 13 bosses are mandatory to complete the game, while the rest are optional challenges scattered throughout the game world. Additionally, the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC adds about 34 more bosses, including 11 main bosses required for progression. In summary:
- 165 true bosses in the base game
- 73 mini-bosses in the base game
- Total 238 bosses in the base game
- Around 34 bosses in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC
So, if you are counting all bosses you can encounter, there are 238 bosses in Elden Ring's base game alone.
