# Pixelize - 8bit Photo Editor — Retro Pixel Art from Photos

> Retro Pixel Art from Photos (iPhone/iPad app by Thanh Nguyen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixelize-8bit-photo-editor/id6759259295 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Thanh Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1042188999)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixelize-8bit-photo-editor/id6759259295/reviews.md

## What is Pixelize?

Transform your photos into stunning pixel art with Pixelize! Capture or import any image and instantly apply retro-inspired pixel art styles with real-time preview.

CHOOSE FROM 9 UNIQUE STYLES
• Classic — Traditional square pixel art
• Hex Grid — Hexagonal pixel pattern
• Mosaic — Crystal mosaic tiles
• Pointillism — Dot-based artistic style
• Neon Outline — Glowing edge detection
• Halftone — Print-style dot screen
• Comic — Bold comic book effect
• Thermal — Heat map visualization
• Circle Grid — Circular pixel pattern

RETRO COLOR PALETTES
Apply iconic color palettes from classic gaming systems:
• Game Boy — 4-shade green
• CGA — Retro PC colors
• PICO-8 — 16-color fantasy console
• Commodore 64 — Classic 16 colors
• NES — Nintendo palette
• SNES — Super Nintendo palette

FINE-TUNE YOUR ART
• Adjust block size, color levels, saturation, contrast, and edge intensity
• Toggle dithering for authentic retro look
• Subject isolation to focus effects on the main subject
• Live preview — see changes in real time
• Before/after comparison

SAVE & SHARE
• Save and load custom presets
• Export to craft formats (cross-stitch, crochet, LEGO)
• Share your creations directly from the app

Whether you are a pixel art enthusiast, retro gaming fan, or craft maker, Pixelize gives you the tools to create beautiful pixel art from any photo.


## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2026-02-21

No release notes.

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All apps by Thanh Nguyen: https://appshunter.io/developer/1042188999

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