How to Beat Cannonbalrog / Mine Flayer

Master the Cannonbalrog and Mine Flayer boss fights in Enter the Gungeon. Learn their attack patterns, weaknesses, and effective strategies to overcome these challenging encounters.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Cannonbalrog: High health, fires a wide spread of bullets. Weak to explosives and high-damage single shots.
• Mine Flayer: Moderate health, summons mines that explode. Weak to rapid-fire weapons and attacks that can destroy mines.

Phases:

1. Cannonbalrog: The boss charges and fires volleys of bullets. It may also perform a ground pound that sends shockwaves.
2. Mine Flayer: The boss summons explosive mines that detonate after a short delay or upon contact. It will also fire bullet patterns.

Strategy:

• Cannonbalrog: Stay mobile and focus on dodging its bullet patterns. Use cover if available. Weapons like the Black Hole Gun or Rocket Launchers are effective. Aim for its weak points when exposed.
• Mine Flayer: Prioritize destroying the mines it summons to avoid taking damage. Weapons like the Machine Gun or Shotgun are good for clearing mines quickly. Dodge its bullet patterns while managing the mines.
• General: Keep an eye on both bosses' attack tells. Use your dodge roll effectively to evade projectiles. If fighting them simultaneously, focus on one at a time or prioritize dodging the most immediate threats.