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

In a surprising crossover that blends the worlds of sports and gaming, Cristiano Ronaldo, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time alongside Lionel Messi, will be making an unprecedented appearance as a playable fighter in the upcoming game, *Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves*. This marks one of the most unusual guest character integrations in recent fighting game history.

Ronaldo is set to join the launch roster of characters, bringing his football prowess to the streets of South Town. Developer and publisher SNK Corporation unveiled a trailer showcasing Ronaldo's integration into the game's distinctive comic-inspired art style. His in-game abilities include football-themed attacks such as the command move "Headed Clearance" and a slide tackle. Fans will also recognize his iconic 'Siuuu' celebration, although the voice work for Ronaldo's character is provided by voice 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.

At 40 years old, Ronaldo continues to play professionally for Al Nassr FC, a club based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, competing in the Saudi Pro League. The team is majority-owned by the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund (PIF), chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Interestingly, SNK is now predominantly owned by the same Saudi crown prince's foundation, adding a unique layer to this collaboration.

*Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves* is scheduled for release on April 24, 2025. The game promises a dynamic art style, a mix of new and returning fighters, and an updated battle system that aims to captivate both long-time fans and newcomers alike.