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Pixelorama provides an open-source sprite editor and pixel art tool for creating and editing sprites.
About Pixelorama
Pixelorama is a free, open-source pixel art and sprite editor available as a web tool and for download on multiple platforms. It supports frame-by-frame animation with onion skinning, non-destructive layer effects, tilemap creation for game development, and import/export of common pixel art formats.
The tool can import animation files from Aseprite, Photoshop, and Krita, and includes pixel-art-specific scaling and rotation algorithms for clean output.
Key features
- Frame-by-frame animation with onion skinning and frame tags
- Non-destructive layer effects including outlines and drop shadows
- Tilemap creation for rectangular, isometric, and hexagonal game tiles
- Import animations from Aseprite, Photoshop, and Krita
- Export to spritesheets, GIFs, and video formats
- Pixel-art-specific scaling and rotation algorithms for clean output
Best for: Pixelorama is best suited for pixel artists and game developers creating sprites, animations, and game tile assets.
Good for
- Free and open-source with no usage licensing fees
- Supports importing animation files from popular pixel art tools
- Includes specialized pixel art algorithms for clean scaling and rotation
Pixelorama at a glance
- Website
- pixelorama.org
- Category
- Design & Creative › Image Creation & Editing
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Pixelorama FAQ
Is Pixelorama free to use?
Yes, Pixelorama is free and open-source software.
What animation export formats does Pixelorama support?
It can export animations to spritesheets, GIFs, and video formats.
Can I import animation projects from other pixel art tools?
Yes, it supports importing animations from Aseprite, Photoshop, and Krita.
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