Code Vein 2: Boss Locations & Interactive Tracking Guide

In Code Vein II, bosses are strategically placed across the new open-world environment and within specialized dungeons. Because the game utilizes the Timeline Decision system, many boss encounters—including their locations and forms—can shift based on the choices you make in the past.

When hunting bosses, remember the following important aspects:

Resurrection Monuments: Always look for these totems right before boss arenas. They act as local checkpoints, so you don't have to run back from a Mistle.
Timeline Shifts: If a boss is too difficult in one form (e.g., Holly the Reaper), consider traveling to the past to alter the timeline. The "Hero" versions of bosses often have different elemental weaknesses.
Partner Aggro: In Code Vein II, your partner (like Noah or Josée) is much better at holding aggro. Use them to distract the Dejected Assailant or Bernd so you can land back-stabs.

The following table lists every Boss in the game alongside instructions on where to find it and links leading to our Code Vein II interactive maps.

Name	Map Location	Details
Hero LylePioneer CastleHero Lyle	Pioneer Castle	Available after completing Lyle's Broken Bond. Location Submitted By: AxtasisN7
Edward the Lost CorporalRuinsEdward the Lost Corporal	Ruins	Edward the Lost Corporal is the boss found in the Ruins. It is a mandatory boss you'll have to defeat to progress the story.
Resurgence AbominationWater Treatment PlantResurgence Abomination	Water Treatment Plant	The Resurgence Abomination is the boss found in the Water Treatment Plant. It is a mandatory boss you'll have to defeat to progress the story.
Franz the Dejected AssailantMagMell IslandFranz the Dejected Assailant	MagMell Island	The Dejected Assailant is an optional boss; you can fight on Magmell Island while working on completing Timeline Shift Decision: Noah. If you can't handle him the first time, you can return to him later. He will be waiting on the ground floor of the Forma Storage Tower. Availability: 2177: Assault on MagMell Era
Mutated Survivor BerndJosee's OutpostMutated Survivor Bernd	Josee's Outpost	Mutated Survivor Bernd is the boss found in Josee's Outpost. It is a mandatory boss you'll have to defeat to progress the story.
Darkborn LeaderSeized SubstationDarkborn Leader	Seized Substation	Found on the roof of the Seized Substation. The Darkborn Leader is a mandatory boss you'll have to defeat to progress Slaying the Hero Josée main quest.
Putrid DarkbornCliff Underground RuinsPutrid Darkborn	Cliff Underground Ruins	Putrid Darkborn is an optional boss found in the Cliff Underground Ruins on MagMell Island. To enter the dungeon, first you must defeat the Dejected Assailant, and progress Timeline Shift Decision: Noah.
Alexis the Heartless BodyguardEast Bay Underground RuinsAlexis the Heartless Bodyguard	East Bay Underground Ruins	Alexis the Heartless Bodyguard is an optional boss found in the East Bay Underground Ruins on MagMell Island. To enter the dungeon, first you must defeat the Dejected Assailant, and progress Timeline Shift Decision: Noah.
Over-Boosted AbominationThe ContinentOver-Boosted Abomination	The Continent	The Over-Boosted Abomination is a mandatory boss you'll need to defeat to complete Iris's Request: Sunken City. He is found on the top floor of the ruined building.
Forma Engine GoliathCliffside RuinsForma Engine Goliath	Cliffside Ruins	The Forma Engine Goliath Boss is waiting in the large courtyard of the Cliffside Ruins. It is a mandatory boss you'll need to deal with to progress through the dungeon.
Metagen RemnantSunken PylonMetagen Remnant	Sunken Pylon	The Metagen Remnant is the final boss in the Sunken Pylon dungeon. It is a mandatory boss for progressing the Slaying the Hero Josée main quest. After defeating the boss, you'll be automatically transferred to the Continent. Make sure you switch to our Continent interactive map to continue your exploration.
Josée the Blind HeroJosee's OutpostJosée the Blind Hero	Josee's Outpost	Josée the Blind Hero is a mandatory boss you'll need to defeat to progress the Slaying the Hero Josée main quest. Josée the Blind Hero spawns inside Josée's Outpost after interacting with Josée's cocoon.
Bernard the Dead-Eyed RetainerAbandoned LandBernard the Dead-Eyed Retainer	Abandoned Land	The Bernard Dead-Eyed Retainer Boss is waiting in the large, open area of the Abandoned Land. It is a mandatory boss you'll need to deal with to progress Slaying the Hero Lyle main quest.
Ravenous PredatorCrystal GrottoRavenous Predator	Crystal Grotto	The Ravenous Predator Boss is waiting in the open area of the Crystal Grotto. It is a mandatory boss you'll need to deal with to progress Slaying the Hero Lyle main quest.
Tainted ScoutPioneer CastleTainted Scout	Pioneer Castle	Tainted Scout is a boss found in Pioneer Castle. It is a mandatory boss you'll have to defeat to progress the story.
Tainted AssassinPioneer CastleTainted Assassin	Pioneer Castle	Tainted Assassin is a boss found in Pioneer Castle. It is a mandatory boss you'll have to defeat to progress the story. This boss spawns after defeating the Tainted Scout in the room below.
One-Armed Hero LyleThe ContinentOne-Armed Hero Lyle	The Continent	One-Armed Hero Lyle is a mandatory boss you'll need to defeat to progress the Slaying the Hero Lyle main quest. One-Armed Hero Lyle spawns inside Forward Base One after interacting with Lyle's cocoon.
Over-Boosted WerebeastPlagued VillageOver-Boosted Werebeast	Plagued Village	The Over-Boosted Werebeast is a mandatory boss you'll need to defeat to complete Iris's Request: Undead Forest. He is found in the eastern courtyard in the Plagued Village.
Resurgence ZealotGorge CaveResurgence Zealot	Gorge Cave	Found in the open area. After defeating the boss, you end up on the Continent in 2277: The Present.
Over-Boosted Golden WerebeastThe ContinentOver-Boosted Golden Werebeast	The Continent	The Over-Boosted Golden Werebeast is a mandatory boss you'll need to defeat to complete Iris's Request: Corroded Scar. He is found next to the Western Plateau Military Camp.
Holly's PathosAbandoned Hilltop ChurchHolly's Pathos	Abandoned Hilltop Church	Holly's Pathos is the boss in the Abandoned Hilltop Church dungeon. It is a mandatory boss for progressing the Slaying the Hero Holly main quest.
HollySnowy Mountain Amusement ParkHolly	Snowy Mountain Amusement Park	Holly's Pathos is the boss in the Snowy Mountain Amusement Park dungeon. It is a mandatory boss for progressing the Slaying the Hero Holly main quest.
Holly's PathosForest ComplexHolly's Pathos	Forest Complex	Holly's Pathos is the boss in the Forest Complex dungeon. It is a mandatory boss for progressing the Slaying the Hero Holly main quest.
Hero Holly the ReaperThe ContinentHero Holly the Reaper	The Continent	Hero Holly the Reaper is a mandatory boss you'll need to defeat to progress the Slaying the Hero Holly main quest. Hero Holly the Reaper spawns inside Withered Greenhouse on the Continent after interacting with Holly's cocoon.
Beastlust AddictArcade RuinsBeastlust Addict	Arcade Ruins	Beastlust Addict is an optional boss found on the top floor of the Arcade Ruins.
Gustave the Cultist PriestMountain Underground FacilityGustave the Cultist Priest	Mountain Underground Facility	Gustave the Cultist Priest is an optional boss found in the large room on the lower level of the Mountain Underground Facility.
Logan the Pioneer Royal GuardUnderground Shelter on OutskirtsLogan the Pioneer Royal Guard	Underground Shelter on Outskirts	Logan the Pioneer Royal Guard is an optional boss found in the large room on the lower level of the Underground Shelter on Outskirts.
Reuben the Pioneer CaptainRiverport Watch FortReuben the Pioneer Captain	Riverport Watch Fort	Reuben the Pioneer Captain is an optional boss found in the large room on the lower level of the Riverport Watch Fort.
Harrison the Pioneer SoldierNorthern Watch FortHarrison the Pioneer Soldier	Northern Watch Fort	Harrison the Pioneer Soldier is an optional boss found in the large open area on the top level of the Northern Watch Fort.
Metagen RemnantMountain HamletMetagen Remnant	Mountain Hamlet	Metagen Remnant is an optional boss found in the large open area at the end of the Mountain Hamlet.
Masterless SoldierRiverside Church RuinsMasterless Soldier	Riverside Church Ruins	Masterless Soldier is an optional boss found in the large open area at the end of the Riverside Church Ruins maze.
Scarlett the Incarnation of LustPlagued Village: Underground FacilityScarlett the Incarnation of Lust	Plagued Village: Underground Facility	Scarlett the Incarnation of Lust is an optional boss found in the large open area at the end of the Plagued Village: Underground Facility.
Wandering Revenant Hunter x2Frontier Observation PostWandering Revenant Hunter x2	Frontier Observation Post	The two Wandering Revenant Hunters are the optional bosses found in the large room on the top level of the Frontier Observation Post.

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