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UPI
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
'Monster Hunter Wilds' announces crossover with 'Street Fighter 6'
May 22 (UPI) -- Publisher Capcom has announced an upcoming crossover event between its two games, Monster Hunter Wilds and Street Fighter 6. Street Fighter villain Akuma takes on towering monsters using only his fists in the clip released on Thursday. Akuma performs his signature moves including his Raging Demon finisher on Monster Hunter Wilds foes such as Rathian, Ajarakan and Congalala. Monster Hunter Wilds players will be able to acquire a free Akuma layered armor costume for their characters that comes complete with Akuma's moveset on May 28. Players can also obtain a layered armor costume for their Palico based on Street Fighter character Blanka. Players must complete a side mission titled "Ultimate Strength" to get the free costumes. Other items coming to the game include paid cosmetics for Alma that allows her to dress up as Street Fighter characters Chun-Li and Cammy. Capcom has stated that the Street Fighter collaboration will be a permanent part of Monster Hunter Wilds. Monster Hunter Wilds is available on PlayStation 5, PC and Xbox Series X and S. Street Fighter 6 recently had a collaboration with online multiplayer game Overwatch 2. Capcom last released Street Fighter 6 in 2023. New character Elena will be coming to the fighting game on June 5.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Roman Reigns In Talks For Key Role In Live-Action Street Fighter Movie
Roman Reigns is in the running for a major movie role. According to a new report from Deadline, Roman Reigns is one of the people being considered for a role in a new live-action film based on the iconic Street Fighter video game series. In addition to Roman Reigns, Andrew Koji (Bullet Train), Jason Momoa (A Minecraft Movie), and Noah Centineo (Warfare) are reported to be in talks to star in the live-action Street Fighter movie produced by Legendary Pictures. Reps for Legendary declined comment to Deadline, and the plot of the film remains a secret. So far, the film has brought on Kitao Sakurai as director. However, it's unclear who wrote and will produce the action film based on the Capcom video game series. According to Hollywood reporter Jeff Sneider (The InSneider), Roman Reigns will play the role of Akuma. Sneider also noted that Reigns is represented by Bad Toro. Reigns' past acting credits include playing Mateo Hobbs in Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw and a voice-acting role on Disney's Elena of Avalor series. Akuma is the younger brother of Gouken, Ryu and Ken's master. Akuma debuted as a secret final boss character in Super Street Fighter II Turbo. He has appeared in multiple games since then, including 2023's Street Fighter 6. Roman Reigns last competed at WrestleMania 41. Reigns faced CM Punk and Seth Rollins, who won the match and aligned with Paul Heyman. Reigns' last television appearance came on the April 21 episode of WWE RAW, when he was laid out by Rollins and his new partner, Bron Breakker. As is the case with pro wrestling, things could always change. However, Reigns is not expected to return to WWE TV for 'a while.' The post Roman Reigns In Talks For Key Role In Live-Action Street Fighter Movie appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Report: You'll Never Guess Which Street Fighter Role Roman Reigns Is Up For
Roman Reigns could be headed back to Hollywood soon for a role in the new live-action Street Fighter movie. Earlier this morning, Deadline reported that WWE Superstar Roman Reigns is up for a mystery role in Legendary Pictures' live-action Street Fighter movie, based on the popular Capcom fighting game franchise. We now have a very intriguing update as it pertains to which role The Tribal Chief is being considered for. According to Jeff Sneider, Roman Reigns is up for the role of Akuma. Who is considered by many one of the most badass characters in the entire franchise. This same news was also reported hours later by Fightful's Sean Ross Sapp (via Fightful Select). While Noah Centineo and Andrew Koji are reportedly up for the roles of Ken and Ryu, respectively, there are no reports regarding who Jason Momoa could be up for. Wrestling fans have made many jokes in recent years are how similar Reigns and Momoa look. So it's very possible that both men are up for the same role. While Momoa is clearly the bigger name, he has lost another role to a wrestler in the past, as both he and Dave Bautista were up for the role of Drax the Destroyer in Guardians of the Galaxy. Stay tuned to WrestleZone for more information as it becomes available. READ MORE: Roman Reigns In Talks For Key Role In Live-Action Street Fighter Movie What do you make of this report? Would you like to see Roman Reigns play the role of Akuma in a live-action Street Fighter movie? Let us know your overall thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Report: You'll Never Guess Which Street Fighter Role Roman Reigns Is Up For appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE star Roman Reigns in talks for big role in the upcoming Street Fighter film
WWE star Roman Reigns is in talks to join the upcoming live-action Street Fighter movie by Legendary Entertainment. The WWE star's Hollywood career could reach new heights, especially after his recent absence from WWE following a brutal post-WrestleMania attack. The 39-year-old might soon land one of the biggest roles of his acting career. According to reports, the Tribal Chief is in talks to join a live-action Street Fighter movie. The film is being developed by Legendary Entertainment, the studio behind recent blockbusters like Dune and Godzilla vs. Kong. Reigns, whose real name is Leati Joseph Anoa'i, already has some acting experience. He played a small role in Hobbs & Shaw beside his cousin, The Rock (Dwayne Johnson), and also appeared in The Wrong Missy. But this Street Fighter role could put him in the spotlight like never before. A big move for the Tribal Chief beyond WWE? The report also claims that big names like Andrew Koji, Jason Momoa, and Noah Centineo are being considered for the project. If all goes well, it could become one of the most exciting video game movies in years. Roman Reigns is in talks to star in the live action 'STREET FIGHTER' TRIBAL CHIEF 🩸☝️ It is being said that the Tribal Chief is considered for the role of Akuma. This Street Fighter character is known to be evil but honourable. He is a strong warrior who enjoys defeating his foes. Akuma is popular due to his belief in having a fair fight and standing up for the weak. Akuma's personality matches Roman Reigns' gimmick in WWE. Hence, this could end up being a great opportunity for the WWE star. Roman Reigns is set to play Akuma in STREET FIGHTER 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥(Via @TheInSneider) This news comes just months after Reigns went missing from WWE TV. His last appearance was on the Raw after WrestleMania 41 in April 2025. That night, Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker took him out in brutal fashion, and he hasn't been seen since. Now, with his WWE return date uncertain, Roman might be focusing more on Hollywood. Even if nothing is final yet, this move shows just how far his star power has reached outside the wrestling ring. Stay ahead of the game with the latest updates, match highlights, and insider stories from IPL, cricket, WWE, and more! Click here.
