# Pyxel

> Pyxel is a Make & Ship tool with open source pricing. Cute constrained pixel game-making environment. Best for fantasy-console pixel game jams.

Canonical: https://www.isthereanytool.app/tool/pyxel

- URL: https://www.isthereanytool.app/tool/pyxel
- Vendor: https://github.com/kitao/pyxel
- Pricing: Open Source
- Platforms: Desktop Python
- Category: [Make & Ship](https://www.isthereanytool.app/category/make-and-ship)

Retro fantasy console for making pixel games

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- [Pixelorama](https://www.isthereanytool.app/tool/pixelorama) — Best free maintained Aseprite-class editor in 2026
- [GrafX2](https://www.isthereanytool.app/tool/grafx2) — Old-school pixel purist editor on Pixel Joint
- [Godot](https://www.isthereanytool.app/tool/godot) — Free engine where many pixel games build final UI
- [Piskel](https://www.isthereanytool.app/tool/piskel) — Fastest zero-install sprite tool for game jams
- [itch.io Assets](https://www.isthereanytool.app/tool/itch-io-assets) — Primary discovery hub for indie UI asset packs
- [Lospec](https://www.isthereanytool.app/tool/lospec) — Central palette and pixel utility site for the scene

## Alternatives page

[See alternatives to Pyxel](https://www.isthereanytool.app/alternatives/pyxel)