Even if you are not an avid gamer, you must be familiar with video games that include bosses. Basically, a boss is a challenging character controlled by a computer in video games. He/she must be defeated at the end of a game segment, level, or the very end of the game itself. Bosses appear in different types of video games, including those based on a story, shooters, racing and fighting games, survival horrors, role-playing, and platform games. Typically, games feature several bosses and each of them is more difficult than the last one.
By the way, bosses usually give exciting speeches created by professional copywriters working at web development companies. Generally, writing a great speech is quite an important skill nowadays. That’s why students are often assigned this task at schools and colleges. But what to do if you can’t deal with it? Check the answer below.
Help with Speech Writing
Speeches are an integral part of our life. We hear them at ceremonies, competitions, concerts, and various public events. Hence, making a good speech is a vital skill. To develop it, you can start by following an example of professional speech writers. When I had to write my speech for graduation, I turned to a special company to help with that. Experts working there completed this task for me, so I had an excellent example of how to create a powerful speech that will touch listeners. Besides, if you like video games, you can get inspiration for your speech from so-called bosses. Let’s consider some of the best speeches given by them.
The best speeches by a boss in video games
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
The game Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is an action-adventure developed by Japanese company FromSoftware. Some people think that it’s a bit thin on the ground for storytelling. However, Sekiro tells a great tale about coups, hierarchal collapse, and a number of mystic dragons. But to access it, players must make it quite far. Before the final battle, you can also hear an extremely powerful introductory speech by a boss.
Far Cry 2
Far Cry 2 is a first-person shooter that was developed and published by Ubisoft Montreal. The game is set in a fictional East African country where a civil war takes place. The storyline is focused on a mercenary whose task is to kill a weapons dealer called Jackal. The phrase that hooked many players in his amazing speech is “The Harder You Beat A Man, The Taller He Stands”.
Gears Of War 2
Another shooter on our list is ‘Gears Of War 2’. It was developed by Epic Games and published by Microsoft Game Studios, expanding technically on the previous version. Interestingly, the plot for the game was provided by Joshua Ortega, a famous comic book writer. The phrase that causes players to be lost in thought is “Life Is Cruel” said Queen Myrrah in her opening speech in the first sequel.
Resident Evil 5
All shooter game fans must know ‘Resident Evil 5’. This is a third-person shooter created by Capcom. The plot of ‘Resident Evil 5’ follows an investigation of a terrorist threat by agents called Chris Redfield and Sheva Alomar. The events take place in Kijuju, a fictional region of Africa. This game is also known for its expressions like “Incompetence surrounds me!” and “Let me clarify something for you, Chris. I don’t think of myself as a king. No, I am a god! And even kings bow to gods!” said Douglas.
Batman: Arkham City
This is an action adventure published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. and developed by Rocksteady Studios. Obviously, it’s based on the DC Comics superhero Batman. Actually, this game is the sequel to the 2009 video game Batman: Arkham Asylum. In the main storyline, Batman must uncover the secret behind a threatening scheme orchestrated by Hugo Strange. The words that impress players of this game are “There’s Plenty Wrong With Me”. It seems many of us could relate to this phrase.
BioShock
‘BioShock’ is an exciting first-person shooter designed by 2K Boston and 2K Australia. This is the first game in the BioShock series, whose concept was developed by Ken Levine, Irrational’s creative lead. It’s important to note that ‘BioShock’ incorporates ideas spread in the 20th century by dystopian and utopian thinkers, including Ayn Rand, George Orwell, and Aldous Huxley. What words from ‘BioShock’ speeches will make you think? Probably, the following: “Oh, hang on. I am a massive puppet who isn’t in control of my own destiny here”. Is this true about you?
Which boss speech inspired you the most in video games? Did we include your favorite boss or did we miss it? Let us know in the comments section below.
Author’s BIO
Cameron Debenham is a video game developer and a big fan of online gaming. He works at one of the top US companies creating world-known video games. In his free time, Cameron works as a freelance writer, helping people complete their academic papers and create speeches.
