He-Man got game with all-new-old Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction

One of the joys of the rise in retro gaming, remasters and returns to old series is the sparky delights that can turn up in your in-box on a Tuesday evening, sending me rushing to my laptop to type this up with a cheery beat in my heart. 

Following on from the likes of the Terminator 2D due soon, Bitmap Bureau is now hard at work on He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction to look forward to in early 2026, with physicals from Limited Run Games. It brings the classic cartoon series to today's seriously big screens. 

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction allows players to take control of Eternia’s beloved heroes, including He-Man, Teela, Man-At-Arms, and more, to battle Skeletor and Evil-Lyn and save Eternia from plunging into darkness

Fight through over 12 action-packed levels using character-specific moves, abilities, and power-ups to stop Skeletor’s ancient ritual that threatens to take over Eternia. Battle Cat, He-Man’s fearless feline companion, also joins the fray, battling on the side of justice with his claws unsheathed.

“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.”