How to Beat The Crystal Golem

Learn the best strategies and tips to defeat the Crystal Golem in A Game About Digging A Hole. Master its attack patterns and exploit its weaknesses to emerge victorious.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Health: High
• Defense: Moderate
• Weakness: Blunt damage (pickaxe)
• Resistances: Crystal-based attacks

Phases:

1. Phase 1: The Golem primarily uses ranged crystal shard attacks and a sweeping melee attack. Dodge these by moving laterally.
2. Phase 2: The Golem begins using a ground slam attack that creates shockwaves. Time your dodges to avoid the shockwaves. This attack leaves it vulnerable for a short period.
3. Phase 3: The Golem becomes more aggressive, combining its attacks and occasionally summoning smaller crystal shards that orbit it. Prioritize destroying these orbiting shards if they become too overwhelming.

Strategy:

• Maintain a safe distance during its ranged attacks, but be prepared to close the gap when it finishes its combos.
• The ground slam in Phase 2 is your primary damage window. Dodge the shockwaves and immediately attack the Golem.
• If you have any speed-boosting items or abilities, use them to quickly reposition yourself and avoid damage.
• Conserve your stamina for dodging; attacking can wait until you have a clear opening.
• Don't get greedy. Hit it a few times and be ready to dodge again.