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He-Man Beat-‘Em-Up “Dragon Pearl of Destruction” Set for February 4, 2027 Release
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Release Announcement and Availability
The beat-‘em-up title He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction is slated to launch on February 4, 2027 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X consoles. The game will be offered both digitally and in standard physical form at a suggested retail price of $29.99.
Development and Publishing Partners
The project is a collaboration between Bitmap Bureau (known for *Terminator 2D: NO FATE* and *Final Vendetta*), Mattel, and the retro-focused studio Clear River Games. Limited Run Games will handle two exclusive physical editions, with pre-orders for these collector versions closing on November 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET.
Gameplay Features and Roster
Players can select from a roster that includes He-Man, Man-At-Arms, Teela, and a future unlockable She-Ra. Each character offers a distinct combat style, ranging from He-Man’s raw power to Teela’s staff-based agility. The game presents 13 action-packed stages across locations such as the Royal Palace, Vine Jungle, and Snake Mountain. Enemies feature classic villains Skeletor, Evil-Lyn, Beast Man, Trap Jaw, plus deeper-lore foes like the sorceress Shokoti and the Shadow Beasts. A two-player local co-op mode enables side-by-side arcade-style play.
Pre-order Options and Collector Editions
Standard physical copies are available for pre-order through Clear River Games and major gaming retailers. Limited Run Games offers two exclusive editions, each with unique packaging and bonus content, but those pre-orders end on the November 22, 2026 deadline. Digital copies can be purchased directly from each platform’s storefront upon release.
The announcement reflects the broader resurgence of retro-styled beat-‘em-up games, joining recent adaptations of franchises such as *Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles*, *Power Rangers*, and Marvel properties.