Tilesetter

What Tilesetter is

Tilesetter is a tileset generator and map editor for creating tile-based game art. It can build a smart tileset from a base tile and update it automatically when necessary. Configurable parameters control automatic compositing, while the map editor fixes tiles as you draw. The free plan costs nothing and includes automatic compositing plus tileset import and export. The one-time Full Tilesetter experience costs 12.99 USD and adds mixed border generation, isometric support, map editing and exporting, automatic source reload, custom-format exporting, and direct export to Defold, GameMaker Studio 2, Godot, and Unity. Listed formats also include PNG and JSON. Tilesetter runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Downloads and purchases are linked through itch.io and Steam. Documentation covers tilesets, map editing, auto-tiling, and exporting, with Discord offered for assistance and discussion. Tutorials are written for version 2.0.0.

Who it suits

Tilesetter suits game developers creating tilemaps and tilesets on Windows, macOS, or Linux. It is useful when your workflow needs the listed engine or custom export formats.

Limits

The Free plan includes automatic compositing and tileset import and export. Map editing, broader exporting, mixed borders, isometric support and automatic source reload are part of the 12.99 USD one-time Full Tilesetter experience.

Getting started

1. Open the Tilesetter website
2. Choose Windows, macOS or Linux
3. Use the downloads links to itch.io or Steam
4. Start with the Free plan or purchase Full Tilesetter experience
5. Create a smart tileset from a base tile and configure its parameters

Verdict

Tilesetter focuses on procedural tileset creation, map editing, and exports for several engines and formats. Choose the free or one-time plan based on whether you need the additional editing and export features.