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

In an unexpected crossover that has fans buzzing, soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo is set to step into the ring as a playable fighter in the upcoming game Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. This marks one of the most intriguing guest character appearances in fighting game history, bringing the world of football directly into the heart of combat.

Ronaldo, often hailed as one of the greatest footballers alongside Lionel Messi, will be part of the launch roster for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. Developer and publisher SNK Corporation have released a trailer showcasing Ronaldo's transformation into the game's comic-inspired art style. In the game, Ronaldo wields football-themed attacks, including a move called "Headed Clearance" and a slide tackle. He even performs his iconic 'Siuuu' celebration, although his voice is provided by actor Juan Felipe Sierra rather than Ronaldo himself.

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.

The 40-year-old forward currently plays for Al Nassr FC, a professional football club based 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.

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 are sure to captivate both fighting game enthusiasts and Ronaldo fans alike.