PixelOver

What PixelOver is

PixelOver converts images, GIFs, spritesheets, and 3D models into pixel art, with tools for real-time animation. Color features include live adjustment, palette indexing, and dithering. Animation options include keyframes, bone rigging with inverse kinematics, mesh deformation, and color cycling. Users can import 3D models, rotate them automatically, and export sprites in multiple directions. The software exports images, GIFs, and sprite sheets for games, with PNG, GIF, and Aseprite listed as formats. PixelOver runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Its free demo includes the features but disables export; projects saved in the demo work with the full version. The paid version costs 19.99 USD as a one-time payment and includes future updates. The maker says the software uses deterministic pixel-art algorithms, does not generate AI content or train on other people’s art, and keeps application data local without collecting or transmitting personal data. PixelOver is under active development, according to its maker.

Who it suits

PixelOver suits game artists and other creators who want to convert images or 3D models into pixel art and animate the results. It may also suit users who want projects saved in the demo to carry over to the full version.

Limits

The free demo includes the features but cannot export. The full PixelOver plan is a 19.99 USD one-time payment.

Getting started

1. Open https://pixelover.io/
2. Download the Windows, macOS or Linux executable
3. Use the free demo to create and save projects
4. Purchase the PixelOver plan for export and full use
5. Open saved demo projects in the full version

Verdict

PixelOver combines pixel-art conversion, palette tools, animation, and multi-directional 3D sprite export. The free demo lets users try its features, but exporting requires the paid version.