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All rendering happens locally in your browser so your photos never leave your device.
New pixel art lab
Transform photos into crisp pixel art
Upload any picture and instantly generate a retro pixel version directly in your browser—no uploads required.
Control the pixel block size, restrict the color palette, and export a ready-to-share PNG in seconds.
Pixel controls
Pixel size12px
Adjust the size of each block in the final art.
Color depth6 levels
Limit how many tonal steps are available per channel.
Palette
Map colors to curated palettes for a distinct style.
Preview
Original
Upload a photo to generate a pixel art preview.
Pixel art
Upload a photo to generate a pixel art preview.
Why creatives love this pixel art tool
Designed for illustrators, indie game teams, and anyone exploring lo-fi visuals.
Dynamic color control
Limit tonal depth or snap to curated palettes to recreate arcade, neon, or monochrome looks.
Export sharp sprites
Download crisp PNG artwork with smoothing disabled for clean, blocky edges.
How to turn photos into pixel art
Step 01
Upload your image
Click the button or drop a file to load it locally. Nothing is sent to a server.
PNG, JPG, and WebP files up to 12 MB are supported.
Step 02
Set the pixel size
Use the slider to control how large each pixel block appears in the final art.
Larger blocks create a more retro look while smaller blocks keep more detail.
Step 03
Adjust the colors
Limit the color depth or snap to curated palettes such as retro green or neon pop.
Try different palettes to match the vibe of your game or illustration.
Step 04
Download the result
Save the crisp PNG output and drop it directly into your project.
The export keeps transparency and sharp edges.
What does pixelation do?
Pixelation reduces an image into a grid of colored squares. Our renderer samples the original photo, downsamples it, and then scales it back up without smoothing. You can further stylize the result by controlling how many colors are allowed or mapping pixels onto nostalgic palettes.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to popular questions about the pixel art generator.
Does the tool work offline?▾
Yes. Once the page loads everything runs in your browser with Web APIs, so your images stay on your device.
Can I use the output commercially?▾
Absolutely. The generated artwork is yours to use in games, social posts, or client work.
What image sizes are supported?▾
Large photos are automatically scaled to fit into a 4096 pixel canvas to keep performance smooth.
Will transparency be preserved?▾
Yes. PNG uploads keep their alpha channel in the pixel art export.
Can I choose my own palette?▾
A custom palette editor is on our roadmap. For now pick from curated presets or limit the color depth slider.