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Pixel Studio
What it is
Pixel Studio is a pixel art editor for artists and game developers, with tools for drawing and frame-by-frame animation. It runs on Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows. Brushes, symmetry drawing, gradients, text, dithering, and a color picker with RGBA and HSV modes support artwork creation. Layers and an animation timeline support animated projects, which can be exported as GIFs, sprite sheets, or MP4 video. File support includes PNG, JPG, GIF, BMP, TGA, Pixel Studio Project, PSD, and EXR; Aseprite files can be imported. The listed export formats also include PSP, AI, EPS, HEIC, PDF, SVG, and WEBP. Google Drive can sync work across devices and platforms, and users can download palettes from Lospec. Pixel Network gives users a place to share artwork. The free plan is free and includes ads and in-app purchases. PRO costs $12.99, paid once and includes no ads, Google Drive sync, a dark theme, extended project size, and extra formats. The mobile listing recommends at least 6 GB RAM and specifies minimum device requirements.
For and against
For
- Frame-by-frame animation with layers.
- Exports animations as GIF, sprite sheets, or MP4.
- Supports a broad set of listed file formats.
- Available on Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows.
Against
- The free plan contains ads and in-app purchases.
- Google Drive sync requires PRO.
- Mobile listings specify device memory and processor requirements.
The verdict
Pixel Studio pairs pixel-art drawing tools with timeline animation and multiple export formats. The free plan includes ads and in-app purchases; PRO adds features such as Drive sync and a dark theme for a one-time $12.99 payment.
Who it suits
Pixel Studio suits artists and game developers, from beginners to professionals, who want pixel-art drawing and animation tools across desktop and mobile platforms. Its mobile requirements are worth checking before use.
Plans and prices
Pixel Studio
Contains ads · In-app purchases · Google Drive sync, dark theme and other features require PRO
Read 3 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
PRO
One-time purchase · No ads · Google Drive sync · Dark theme
Read 3 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
On the record
- Animation
- It supports layers and frame-by-frame animation, and can export animations as GIFs, sprite sheets, or MP4 video.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Community
- Pixel Network is a pixel art community where users can share artwork.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Data protection
- The privacy policy says the maker uses commercially acceptable means to protect information but cannot guarantee absolute security.github.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Drawing tools
- Features include brushes, symmetry drawing, gradients, a text tool, dithering, and an advanced color picker with RGBA and HSV modes.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- File formats
- Supported formats include PNG, JPG, GIF, BMP, TGA, Pixel Studio Project, PSD, and EXR; Aseprite files are import only.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- Google Drive can sync work across devices and platforms, and users can download palettes from Lospec.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Mobile requirements
- The Google Play listing recommends at least 6 GB RAM and lists minimum requirements of 4 GB RAM and specified Snapdragon, Helio, or Tiger processors.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- PRO limits
- PRO lists extra formats and unlimited MP4 export among its benefits; WEBP cloud access is read only, while PSD cloud access supports reading and writing.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Pixel Studio is a pixel art editor for artists and game developers, including beginners and professionals.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Security
- The privacy policy says requested photos, documents, and camera information are retained on the device, while third-party services such as Unity Ads and Unity Analytics may collect identifying information.github.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Store data disclosure
- Google Play states that data is encrypted in transit and that users can request deletion of data.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- The app listing provides [email protected] as its support email, and the maker site links to a Discord community.play.google.com · read 3 Oct 2026
