PixelForge

Free online pixel art editor and sprite animation maker

Draw pixel art, animate sprites, build tilemaps, and export game-ready assets directly in a modern web browser. No download or account is required to begin.

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Pixel art tools for game creators

  • 18 drawing tools with selections, symmetry, gradients, palettes, layers, and blend modes.
  • Frame-by-frame sprite animation with timing, loop previews, and onion skinning.
  • Tilemap and tileset tools for creating game assets and levels.
  • Import Aseprite files and export PNG, GIF, sprite sheets, SVG, WebP, and more.

Frequently asked questions

What is PixelForge?

PixelForge is a free online pixel art editor for drawing sprites, creating frame-by-frame animations, building tilemaps, and exporting game-ready assets in your browser.

Is PixelForge free, and do I need an account?

You can open the editor and start creating for free without an account. Sign in only when you want optional cloud project storage.

Can I make animated sprites?

Yes. Duplicate frames, adjust frame timing, preview loops, and use onion skinning to build frame-by-frame sprite animations.

Which file formats can I import and export?

Import Aseprite files and export PNG, animated GIF, JPEG, WebP, BMP, TGA, ICO, SVG, PNG sequences, sprite sheets with optional JSON, and .aseprite files.

Does PixelForge support tilemaps?

Yes. Built-in tileset management and tile drawing tools help you create reusable game tiles and level artwork.