Finally, 8 months after the first articles, some updates on the projects currently in development at
#SNK Studio Arena. The is going all-in on Fatal Fury and Art of Fighting.
A live-action
#FatalFury movie is in development. Terry and Andy Bogard will be the main protagonists. The story follows their return after years of training to avenge their adoptive father Jeff Bogard, murdered by Geese Howard. The screenplay is being written by David S.Goyer (The Dark Knight trilogy, Man of steel, Batman vs Superman)
A Geese Howard spin-off movie is also planned, which will explore Geese's rise through the criminal underworld and his takeover of South Town. The project would be inspired by The Godfather in both tone and structure. It is written and directed by Grant Singer (Reptile, average Netflix movie, and various music video clips). A younger actor than the one appearing in the main Fatal Fury film is expected to portray Geese.
An animated series titled Fatal Fury: The Vow is currently in development. The project is being produced with Skybound, the studio founded by Robert Kirkman (The Walking Dead). The story will focus on a young Terry and Andy during their training years, exploring themes of destiny, self-discovery, and revenge. YouTube is being considered as the distribution platform. Influential fans and content creators may also be involved from the early stages of development.
An
#ArtOfFighting webtoon is also in the works. The adaptation is being handled by Brandon Chen. The story follows two longtime rivals who join forces to save a close friend in the dangerous streets of South Town. The project is described as the first step toward a broader Art of Fighting multimedia universe and is intended to establish the foundations of South Town's shared lore.