Escape From Tarkov: All Bosses Currently In The Game

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As a devoted enthusiast, I can’t help but marvel at how each significant update and content release in Escape From Tarkov ratchets up the intensity and complexity, making it an ever more formidable journey for both veteran gamers and novices. From scavenging Interchange to slithering through the thick foliage, one aspect that truly breathes life into this game are the formidable bosses lurking across the map. These formidable foes present daunting challenges and lucrative rewards for those seeking an adrenaline-pumping experience.

These formidable AI opponents are not merely tough to take down with gunfire. They’re designed to track, outmaneuver, and obliterate players who overlook their capabilities. With the latest upgrades, certain ones even wander the game map, adding an extra layer of peril to every mission.

2. Escape From Tarkov: All Bosses

In the latest update, the game titled “Tarkov” now boasts more than a dozen distinct boss characters. Each one has its own unique arsenal, artificial intelligence patterns, and team dynamics. Some remain static on their respective maps, while others roam freely, leading to unforeseen skirmishes in even the serene areas of the game. A handful pose as solitary threats, but most arrive accompanied by formidable guards who can swiftly capitalize on poor positioning, much like the bosses themselves.

As a gaming enthusiast, I’ve been following the exploits of veterans like Killa, Glukhar, and Sanitar for some time now. However, the latest additions such as Tagilla, Kaban, and Zryachiy have certainly added an exciting new dimension to end-game raids. Whether you’re after rare treasures or simply relish the adrenaline rush of squaring off against them, understanding their locations and behaviors can be the key difference between a successful extraction and an unwelcome encounter with the game over screen.

Name Faction Location Followers Equipment
Big Pipe Rogues Lighthouse: 50% Knight, Birdeye
  • Milkor M32A1 MSGL 40mm grenade launcher
  • Big Pipe’s smoking pipe
  • Big Pipe’s bandana
  • S&S Precision PlateFrame plate carrier (Goons Edition)
Birdeye Rogues Lighthouse: 50% Knight, Big Pipe
  • Mystery Ranch NICE COMM 3 BVS frame system (Coyote)
  • LBT-1961A Load Bearing Chest Rig (Goons Edition)
Cultist Priest Cultists
  • Night Factory: 2%
  • Customs: 20%
  • Woods: 20%
  • Shoreline: 20%
  • Ground Zero (Level 21+): 2%
  • 2-3 Cultist warriors
  • 4 Cultist warriors
  • 4 Cultist warriors
  • 3-4 Cultist warriors
  • 3-4 Cultist warriors
Cultist knife
Glukhar Scavs Reserve: 50% 6 heavily armed and armored guards ASh-12 12.7×55 assault rifle
Kaban Scavs Streets of Tarkov: 50%
  • 2 personal bodyguards Gus and Basmach
  • 4 heavily armed and armored guards
  • 2-3 snipers
  • Kalashnikov PKM 7.62x54R machine gun
  • Kalashnikov PKP 7.62x54R infantry machine gun
  • RPK-16 5.45×39 light machine gun
Killa Scavs Interchange: 50% None
  • RPK-16 5.45×39 light machine gun
  • Maska-1SCh bulletproof helmet (Killa Edition)
  • Maska-1SCh face shield (Killa Edition)
  • 6B13 M assault armor (Killa Edition)
  • BlackHawk! Commando chest harness (Black)
Khight Rogues Lighthouse: 50% Big Pipe, Birdeye
  • Death Knight mask
  • Crye Precision CPC plate carrier (Goons Edition)
Kollontay Scavs Streets of Tarkov: 50% 4 heavily armed and armored guards PR-Taran police baton
Partisan None
  • Customs: 30%
  • Woods: 30%
  • Shoreline: 30%
  • Lighthouse: 30%
None
  • Partisan’s bag
  • AK skeletonized stock (Customized)
  • Red Rebel ice pick
Reshala Scavs Customs: 50% 4 heavily armed and armored guards TT-33 7.62×25 TT pistol (Golden)
Sanitar Scavs Shoreline: 50% 3 heavily armed and armored guards
  • Keycard with a blue marking
  • Sanitar’s bag
Shadow of Tagilla Scavs The Labyrinth: 100% None
  • Chained Labrys
  • Tagilla’s welding mask “ZABEY”
  • Crye Precision AVS plate carrier (Tagilla Edition)
  • Labrys research notes
Shturman Scavs Woods: 50% 2-3 heavily armed and armored guards
  • Shturman’s stash key
  • Red Rebel ice pick
Tagilla Scavs
  • Day Factory: 50%
  • Night Factory: 50%
None
  • Superfors DB 2020 Dead Blow Hammer
  • Tagilla’s welding mask “UBEY”
  • Tagilla’s welding mask “Gorilla”
  • Crye Precision AVS plate carrier (Tagilla Edition)
Zryachiy Cultists Lighthouse: 100% 2 Cultist guards
  • TheAKGuy AK-50 .50 BMG sniper rifle
  • Zryachiy’s balaclava
  • Zryachiy’s balaclava (folded)
  • Azimut SS “Khamelion” chest harness (Olive)
Santa Claus Scavs None Santa’s Bag

1. Hardest Bosses In Escape From Tarkov

Among Tarkov’s bosses, some are particularly notorious for their deadly prowess, erratic behavior, and equipment capable of ending raids swiftly.

  • Glukhar – Comes with a full squad of well-armed guards who rotate between aggressive and defensive formations. Snipers, flankers, and heavy gunners make every approach a calculated risk.
  • Kaban – Tarkov’s tankiest boss. Armed with a belt-fed RPK and absurd armor values, he can soak entire mags while returning suppressive fire that pins entire squads.
  • Zryachiy – A hidden terror on Lighthouse. Fights defensively with guards positioned in sniper overwatch, and punishes loud or careless players with extreme accuracy.
  • Tagilla – Found in Factory, this boss rushes players with a sledgehammer and fights up close with terrifying speed. He wears a rare helmet that can block even high-pen rounds
  • Knight (from the Rogue Boss Trio) – Carries meta weapons and coordinates with Big Pipe and Birdeye. Their squad synergy, vision range, and long-range lethality make them one of the hardest threats to deal with in open terrain.

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2025-07-24 09:05