He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction Launches April 28 - News
by William D'Angelo , posted on 01 March 2026 / 1,386 Views
Publisher Limited Run Games and developer Bitmap Bureau announced the beat' em up game, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction, will launch for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam on April 28.
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Read details on the game below:
When Skeletor uncovers the ancient Dragon Pearl of Destruction, a relic of unspeakable power, he joins forces with Evil-Lyn to plunge all of Eternia into eternal darkness, and only He-Man, Man-At-Arms and Teela can save the planet.
Developed by retro specialists Bitmap Bureau in collaboration with Mattel, this is an all-new 2D arcade brawler. Players can battle solo or in two-player cooperative play in a fast-paced adventure inspired by the classic animated series, complete with unique character abilities and epic, screen-clearing powers.
Stunning Retro Revival
Experience Eternia like never before with massive, highly detailed pixel-art sprites and lush environments that look exactly like the original 1980s cartoon come to life.
A Legendary Roster
Play as He-Man, Man-At-Arms, Teela, and unlock She-Ra as a playable character in future playthroughs! Each hero features a unique playstyle, from He-Man’s raw power to Teela’s agile staff combat.
Ride into Battle
It wouldn’t be Masters of the Universe without Battle Cat! Ride He-Man’s fearless feline companion to tear through Skeletor’s minions with tooth and claw.
12 Action-Packed Stages
Battle your way across the diverse landscapes of Eternia, from the Royal Palace and the Vine Jungle to the dark corridors of Snake Mountain.
Classic Cooperative Action
Team up with a friend in two-player local cooperative play to deliver double the justice. Perfect for those who grew up playing side-by-side at the arcade.
Deep-Cut Villains
Square off against iconic foes including Skeletor, Evil-Lyn, Beast Man, and Trap Jaw, along with appearances like the dark sorceress Shokoti and the Shadow Beasts.
A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can follow the author on Bluesky.
