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, is set to join the roster of playable fighters in the highly anticipated fighting game, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. This unexpected addition marks one of the most unique guest character appearances in recent memory within the fighting game genre.

SNK Corporation, the developer and publisher behind Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, has released an intriguing trailer showcasing Ronaldo's integration into the game's distinctive comic-inspired art style. Ronaldo's character comes equipped with football-themed attacks, including a move called "Headed Clearance" and a slide tackle, adding a fresh twist to the game's combat dynamics. Fans will also recognize Ronaldo's iconic 'Siuuu' celebration, though the voice behind the 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 currently plays as a forward 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 Corporation 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 players a dynamic art style, a mix of new and familiar fighters, and modernized battle systems that aim to enhance the gaming experience.