The Pixelnaut
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Aseprite 2.0 Announced: Complete Overhaul of the Pixel Art Editor
The team behind the most popular pixel art tool announces a major update with real-time collaboration, AI-assisted animation, and a completely redesigned timeline.
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The popular pixel art resource site introduces a new feature letting artists vote on community-submitted color palettes, with winning palettes featured monthly.
Celeste Sequel Revealed with Stunning HD Pixel Art
Matt Thorson's team reveals the follow-up to the acclaimed platformer, featuring a gorgeous new art style that blends classic pixel art with modern lighting.
Mastering Sub-Pixel Animation: A Complete Guide
Learn the technique that gives pixel art characters fluid, lifelike movement without increasing sprite resolution. Includes downloadable practice files.
Pixelorama 1.0: Free Open-Source Alternative to Aseprite
The Godot-based pixel art editor hits its first stable release with layer support, onion skinning, and a built-in tile editor that rivals commercial tools.
Artist Spotlight: @Waneella's Cyberpunk Cityscapes Go Viral
Ukrainian pixel artist Waneella's latest series of rain-soaked neon city scenes hit 2M views, sparking a wave of cyberpunk pixel art tributes.
Pixel Dailies Hits 500K Participants: A Look Back
The long-running daily pixel art challenge celebrates half a million unique artists who have participated since its founding, with plans for a gallery exhibition.