
Unpopular Opinion: I like run backs
I don't mean some crazy ones like Bed of Chaos. But generally I think putting a bonfire/checkpoint right before the boss fight is lazy. I love when there's a genius shortcut from the starting bonfire to the boss arena, like No Man's Wharf in DS2, and Dragonslayer Armour in DS3. Also sure, having to deal with enemies before a boss is pretty annoying, and it's nice to feel safe before the boss. but sometimes I consider them as one of the challenges of the boss itself. If they're made balanced and thoughtfully, they could be fun.