Those who grew up in the 80s, or at least around there, will likely be familiar with the cartoon, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Others may recognize it from the meme that was popular well over a decade ago.
Well, Mattel and Limited Run Games have announced a new, retro-inspired, 2D beat ‘em up based on the popular 80s cartoon. It’s called, in long-winded fashion: He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction.
Comprised of twelve different levels, Dragon Pearl of Destruction promised pixel art visuals, character specific moves, different abilities and varied power-ups. You’ll once again face off against Skeletor, who threatens to take over the world of Eternia, but will get to do so with He-Man’s fearless, feline friend, Battle Cat, at your side.
“Dragon Pearl of Destruction is one of the exciting ways we’re bringing Mattel’s brands to life through digital games,” said Erika Winterholler, Head of Business Development, Digital Games at Mattel. “It’s a love letter to those who grew up with He-Man, combining nostalgic visuals with fast-paced, modern gameplay. Our goal is to honor the franchise’s legacy while introducing it to a new generation of players. The team at Limited Run Games shares that passion, and we hope the game connects with both lifelong fans and newcomers alike.”
“Dragon Pearl of Destruction is the Masters of the Universe arcade game I yearned for as a child,” said Josh Fairhurst, CEO and Executive Producer at Limited Run Games. “I am excited and honored to be playing a small part in making it a reality.”
This one is expected to brawl onto consoles and PC in 2026.