Cristiano Ronaldo Enters the Fight: CR7 Joins FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves!

Ronaldo’s Big Reveal on X

Hey, fighting game fans!

Buckle up, because something wild just dropped on X that’s got the gaming world buzzing. On March 26, 2025, at 17:03 UTC, none other than soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) shared a post that left us all shook: he’s joining the roster of FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves!

Yeah, you read that right—CR7 is stepping off the pitch and into the arena of SNK’s iconic fighting game series. The post itself is pure hype. Ronaldo dropped a cryptic image of a silhouette walking toward a blinding light, casting a dramatic shadow. It’s giving off major “hero’s journey” vibes, and fans are already speculating it’s a nod to his in-game character reveal. Alongside the image, Ronaldo wrote, “Big news to share with everyone today! I'm going to be a character in the new fighting game FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves!

 Let’s have some fun on April 24th!” He even included a link to a teaser (which you can check out on X) and tagged it with #SNK #FatalFury #CR7 #AD. April 24, 2025, is the big release date, and we’re already counting down the days!

What’s FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves?

For those who don’t know, FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves is the latest chapter in SNK’s legendary fighting game series, which kicked off back in 1991. The franchise, also known as Garou Densetsu (Legend of the Hungry Wolf) in Japan, has been a staple in arcades and on the Neo Geo. It’s been 26 years since the last major entry, GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES, so this revival is a big deal.

The series is known for its gritty storylines—like Terry Bogard’s battle against the crime lord Geese Howard—and now, Ronaldo is stepping into this world of hungry wolves. How’s that for a crossover?

Cristiano Ronaldo Joins FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves. A Soccer Star in a Fighting Game?

This isn’t the first time we’ve seen pop culture icons in fighting games (think Ghostface in Mortal Kombat 1), but a real-life athlete like Ronaldo? That’s next-level.

Back in September 2024, Ronaldo teased this collab with a video showing a character breaking through a metal door in a stadium, with the tagline “A Legendary Player Joins a Legendary Game.” Now, it’s official, and fans on X are losing it.

Replies to his post range from hyped-up cheers like “Let’s go Goat!” from @tokenhominid to a playful jab from @afc_winter: “how can you still be so desperate for money?” Either way, the excitement is real.

Intense showdown in FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves as characters face off in a vibrant, dynamic setting. Source: SNK Official YouTube Channel

What to Expect from CR7’s Character

So, what can we expect from CR7 in City of the Wolves? No gameplay footage yet, but imagine Ronaldo’s signature speed and power translated into a fighting style—maybe some killer bicycle kick specials or a goal-scoring super move? SNK’s ownership ties to Saudi Arabia (where Ronaldo currently plays for Al Nassr) might’ve helped make this happen, but it’s still a mind-blowing addition. Will he be a DLC character or part of the main roster? We’ll find out soon enough.

Get Ready for April 24, 2025!

Mark your calendars for April 24, 2025, because FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves is about to bring the heat—and with Cristiano Ronaldo in the mix, it’s going to be a match for the ages.

Who’s ready to main CR7?

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