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Many fans and critics agree: if Masters of the Universe had been honest from the start, it might have mitigated some backlash. Announcements that the new series would be a “reimagining” or “reboot” with heavy LGBTQ+ representation set the tone, but promotional materials promised a He-Man continuation, leading to inevitable disappointment when the series shifted gears.
This lack of transparency fostered feelings of betrayal, especially among those expecting a nostalgic revisit. Instead, viewers found a different product — one more aligned with contemporary social themes than the traditional heroic fantasy they cherished.