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Pyxel Edit
What Pyxel Edit is
Pyxel Edit is a pixel-art editor for creating tilesets, levels, and animations on Windows and macOS; Linux use is reported under Wine. Its tile references let an edit update every copy, while instances can be rotated or flipped without changing the underlying tile data. Animation tools include frame-by-frame editing and onion skinning, with export to sprite sheets or animated GIFs. The editor can import tileset images or mock-ups and identify unique tiles automatically. Canvas tilemaps can be exported as XML, JSON, or plain text. Pyxel Edit uses a freemium model with an unsupported older beta available free. That version lacks some paid features, including animation, and has an outdated interface. The maker describes the paid beta as still under development and gives no guarantee of completion. A purchased license includes current and future versions for computers owned by the purchaser, but cannot be shared or redistributed. The developer is Daniel Kvarfordt, and support questions are directed to [email protected].
Who it suits
It suits pixel-art creators who need tilemap, tileset, animation, and sprite-sheet tools on desktop systems. The free beta may suit users willing to accept missing features and an outdated interface.
What it does well
- Tile edits update their copies
- Frame animation and onion skinning
- Automatic unique-tile identification
- Exports sprite sheets and animated GIFs
- XML, JSON, and plain-text tilemap export
What to know first
- Free version is an unsupported older beta
- Free beta lacks animation
- Paid version is still under development
- Linux support is reported under Wine
Limits
The free Old Beta 0.2.22c is unsupported, has an outdated UI, and lacks paid features including animation.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Old Beta 0.2.22c (unsupported) | Unsupported · lacks some paid features, including animation · Windows portable version or Windows and Mac AIR installer | Free |
| Beta license | The page describes a discounted beta price but does not state an amount. · Current version and future versions included · license use on computers owned by purchaser · no redistribution | On request |
As pyxeledit.com lists them, read 11 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Open https://pyxeledit.com/
- Choose the free Old Beta 0.2.22c option or review the Beta license
- For the free version, use the Windows portable build or Windows and Mac AIR installer
- Install or run it on Windows, macOS, or Linux under Wine as reported
- Contact [email protected] with purchase questions
Verdict
Pyxel Edit focuses on tile-based pixel art with linked tile references, animation tools, and several export formats. The free build is limited and outdated, while the paid beta includes more features but is not guaranteed to be completed.
Questions
Is Pyxel Edit free?
Yes. An unsupported Old Beta 0.2.22c is offered at 0.00 USD, and the product uses a freemium model.
Is there a free trial?
No free trial is listed.
Which platforms are supported?
The listed platforms are Linux, macOS, and Windows. The about information describes Mac and Windows operation and reports Linux use under Wine.
What can it export?
It exports sprite sheets, animated GIFs, XML, JSON, and plain text.
What does a purchased license allow?
A license includes current and future versions and use on computers owned by the purchaser. It cannot be redistributed or shared.
Who develops Pyxel Edit?
The about page identifies Daniel Kvarfordt as the developer.
Facts from Pyxel Edit's own pages
- Animation
- It supports frame-by-frame animation, onion skinning, and export to sprite sheets or animated GIFs. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Developer
- The about page identifies Daniel Kvarfordt as the developer and gives his contact as [email protected]. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Development status
- The maker describes the paid version as a beta under development and says there is no guarantee it will be completed. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Free version limit
- The offered free version is an unsupported older beta that lacks some paid features, including animation, and has an outdated UI. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- License terms
- A purchased license includes future versions and may be used on computers owned by the purchaser, but may not be redistributed or shared. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Platform support
- The about page says the application runs on Mac and Windows and reportedly runs on Linux under Wine. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- For license service, the maker collects a name or nickname and email address, retains them until deletion is requested, and says they are never shared. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Pyxel Edit is a pixel art editor designed to make tilesets, levels and animations. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- The purchase page directs users with questions to [email protected]. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Tilemap export
- Canvas tilemaps can be exported as XML, JSON, or plain text. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Tile references
- Editing a tile updates its copies, and tile instances can be rotated or flipped while referencing the same tile data. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Tileset import
- It can import tileset images or mock-ups and identify unique tiles automatically. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
- Update checks
- At startup, the application checks for updates; the maker says these requests are counted using a daily changing anonymized value without storing IP addresses or other personally identifiable information. · pyxeledit.com, 11 Oct 2026
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