Csprite

Csprite provides a pixel-art editor for Linux and Windows, with repository details covering sprite editing and drawing.

github.com/csprite/csprite
Csprite homepage screenshot

About Csprite

Csprite is a pixel art and sprite editor for Linux and Windows 7 or later. Its stated aim is to keep code and UX simple, with functionality to write plugins to add support for items such as file formats.

The repository README is described as a technical overview for developers; end users are directed to csprite.github.io. Minimum requirements listed are a 64-bit processor, at least 512MB of usable RAM, and OpenGL v3.0 or later. Mac, mobile, and 32-bit processor support are noted as future plans.

Key features

  • Edit pixel art and sprites on Linux and Windows
  • Select primary color with left mouse button in palette
  • Select secondary color with right mouse button in palette
  • Reorder palette colors by dragging from color edge
  • Zoom in and out with Ctrl+Plus/Minus or scroll
  • Increase or decrease brush size with Plus/Minus keys
Best for: Developers exploring or building a simple open-source pixel-art editor on Linux or Windows.
Good for
  • Open source under BSD-3-Clause license
  • Aims to keep code and user experience simple
  • Documents build requirements for Linux and Windows
Watch out for
  • Requires 64-bit processor, 512MB RAM, and OpenGL 3.0 or later
  • No Mac, mobile, or 32-bit support; listed as future plans
  • Pre-built binaries require login to download

Csprite at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Linux, Windows
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Good for
Developers
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Csprite FAQ

What are the minimum system requirements?
Linux or Windows 7 or later, 64-bit processor, at least 512MB of usable RAM, and OpenGL v3.0 or later.
Where should end users find information?
At csprite.github.io, as the repository README is intended as a technical overview for developers.
How are pre-built binaries obtained?
Through the download link in the repository, which requires login.
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