In a nutshell

• Skeletor wields the Dragon Pearl of Destruction in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction, a new retro brawler.
• Play as He-Man, Teela, Man-At-Arms, and unlock She-Ra.
• Features include 12 stages, Battle Cat gameplay, and 2-player co-op.

Limited Run Games has announced He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction, a new retro arcade brawler scheduled to release digitally on April 28, 2026, for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC.

Developed by Bitmap Bureau in collaboration with Mattel, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction is a retro-inspired 2D arcade brawler that captures the magic of Saturday morning cartoons while delivering modern gameplay thrills.

Wishlisting is now available on Steam.

Story Overview

Eternia is once again under threat as Skeletor uncovers the Dragon Pearl of Destruction, a relic capable of plunging the world into eternal darkness. With Evil-Lyn by his side, Skeletor prepares a ritual that could doom all of Eternia. Only He-Man, the Most Powerful Man in the Universe, and his heroic allies stand in his way.

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction Key Features

• Stunning Retro Revival
  • Massive pixel-art sprites and lush environments recreate the look and feel of the original 1980s animated series.
• Legendary Roster
  • Play as He-Man, Man-At-Arms, and Teela, with She-Ra unlockable in future playthroughs. Each hero boasts unique moves and playstyles.
• Ride into Battle
  • Mount Battle Cat and tear through Skeletor’s minions with ferocious tooth and claw.
• 12 Action-Packed Stages
  • Fight across Eternia’s iconic landscapes, from the Royal Palace and Vine Jungle to the sinister halls of Snake Mountain.
• Classic Co-op Action
  • Team up with a friend in 2-player local co-op, bringing back the nostalgic thrill of side-by-side arcade play.
• Deep-Cut Villains
  • Face Skeletor, Evil-Lyn, Beast Man, Trap Jaw, and even lore-heavy foes like Shokoti and the Shadow Beasts.