Cristiano Ronaldo Joins Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves as Playable Character

In a surprising twist that has caught the attention of both gaming and sports enthusiasts, Cristiano Ronaldo, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time alongside Lionel Messi, is set to join the roster of playable characters in the upcoming fighting game, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. This marks one of the most unusual guest character appearances in recent memory, blending the worlds of football and fighting games in an unprecedented way.

SNK Corporation, the developer and publisher behind the game, has released a trailer that showcases Ronaldo's integration into the game's comic-inspired art style. Ronaldo's character is equipped with football-themed attacks, including a command move named "Headed Clearance" and a slide tackle. Fans will also recognize his iconic 'Siuuu' celebration, although Ronaldo's voice in the game is provided by voice actor Juan Felipe Sierra.

Here's the official description of Ronaldo's character:

One of the top football players in the world. He uses his time off to visit South Town to hone his new football skills. The various techniques he has developed playing football make him an unstoppable force, even to seasoned fighters.

Currently, the 40-year-old forward plays for Al Nassr FC, a professional football club in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, competing in the Saudi Pro League. The club is majority-owned by the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund (PIF), chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Interestingly, SNK is now almost entirely owned by the Saudi Crown Prince's foundation, adding another layer of intrigue to this collaboration.

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is set to launch on April 24, 2025, promising a dynamic art style, a mix of new and familiar fighters, and modernized battle systems that aim to enhance the gaming experience.