16x16
Good for small icons, simple items, or very small tile sizes.
Guide
How to use the Pixel Art Converter
The Pixel Art Converter helps you turn regular images into pixel-style outputs directly in the browser. If you need avatars, icons, items, or 2D game assets, it gives you a fast way to create consistent files that are easy to move into spritesheet or map workflows.
Overview
What the Pixel Art Converter is useful for
This tool is useful when you have a source image and want to move it into a fixed pixel output size such as 16x16, 32x32, or 64x64. It is helpful for game workflows, retro-style icons, and asset preparation before building animation sheets.
Step 1
Upload the images you want to convert
- Open the Pixel Art Converter and drag in one or many images.
- Use source images with a clear main subject so the silhouette stays readable after downscaling.
- If you need a consistent style across many assets, batch upload is the faster approach.
Step 2
Choose the output size and fit mode
32x32
A practical middle ground for many 2D game assets and basic pixel characters.
64x64
Useful when you want more readable detail or a stronger silhouette after conversion.
`Contain` keeps the full image inside the frame. `Cover` fills the frame more tightly but may crop parts of the image. `Stretch` forces the image into the output dimensions and is best used only when distortion is acceptable.
Step 3
Choose the background and run batch conversion
If the asset will continue into a game or animation workflow, a transparent background is usually the best choice. If you only want a quick visual preview on a fixed color, use a solid background. Then click `Convert all` to generate every pixel output in one pass.
Step 4
Download the images and continue the workflow
- Use `Download all` to export all converted PNG files.
- Move into the Spritesheet Generator if you want to assemble animation frames.
- Move into the 2D Tile Map Editor if the assets are part of a map-building workflow.
FAQ
Common questions
Should I use 16x16 or 32x32?
32x32 is often easier to work with for many 2D game assets. 16x16 is better when you want a smaller and more compact retro look.
Which fit mode is safest?
`Contain` is the safest default when you want to preserve the full subject. `Cover` and `Stretch` are better for more specific layout goals.
Can I convert many images at once?
Yes. The tool supports batch upload and batch processing directly in the browser.
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