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

In a surprising crossover, football legend Cristiano Ronaldo is set to make an appearance as a playable fighter in the upcoming game Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. This marks one of the most unexpected guest character appearances in recent fighting game history. Ronaldo, often ranked alongside Lionel Messi as one of the greatest footballers ever, will be part of the game's launch roster.

SNK Corporation, the developer and publisher behind the game, has released a trailer showcasing Ronaldo in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves's distinctive comic-inspired art style. The trailer reveals Ronaldo utilizing football-inspired moves, such as a command move called "Headed Clearance" and a slide tackle. Fans will also enjoy seeing him perform his iconic 'Siuuu' celebration, though the voice work for Ronaldo is provided by 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.

At 40 years old, Ronaldo currently 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 same Saudi crown prince's foundation.

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is set to launch on April 24, 2025. The game promises a dynamic art style, a mix of new and familiar fighters, and modernized battle systems, ensuring an exciting experience for players.