Pixen - pixel art editor

Pixen - pixel art editor

Pixel art and animation editor

169 ratings
51 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 11, 2016
  • April 17, 2026
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Create and animate pixel art with a comprehensive set of tools. Manage projects, import/export various file formats, and utilize advanced features like layers and custom patterns. Optimized for Apple Pencil on iOS and macOS.

βœ“Pixel art and animation editing
βœ“High zoom levels
βœ“Color palettes
βœ“Animation frame editing
βœ“Import/export various file formats
βœ“Apple Pencil support
βœ“Layers and blend modes
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What's New in Pixen

4.0.3

April 17, 2026

- Bug fixes Previously in Pixen 4: - Enjoy a refreshed design on iOS 26 with Liquid Glass - Run Pixen on iPhone for the first time and edit your projects on the go - Manage your creations more easily with the new document browser - Sync your work via third-party file providers like Dropbox - Use the app in Light Mode if you prefer a lighter environment (instead of Dark Mode) - Work in different documents in separate windows - Discover and access Pixen's features from the menu bar - Speed up drawing symmetrical objects with the Mirror X / Mirror Y options for the Pencil tool - Use the new "Clone Layer to All Frames" command to propagate layer changes to all frames in an animation, perfect for updating a background that is shared across all frames - Adjust the size of the layers / color palettes sidebar - Hide and show the layers / color palettes sidebar to free up canvas space - Hide and show tool properties to free up canvas space - Customize the toolbar to access common commands more easily - Added a new command for selecting visible pixels - Improved thumbnail rendering in the Files app

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$9.99

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User reviews

Pretty good

Little buggy and could borrow some bits from other iPad apps like undo gestures and stuff. There is more tapping around menus than is necessary. however the iCloud sync with the Mac version alone makes it a very nice tool for pixel game art. Work on the go and then the stuff is right there on the computer ready to be exported.
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This app is great! It is very easy to use and is overall good for beginners. However, I would like there to be a gallery so I can actually see my artworks. You can of course just screenshot it, but a gallery would make things much easier.

I WAS SO WROWN

SORRY FOR MY LAST REVIEW I JUST GOT MY ART BACK I AM SO SORRY

a couple problems but great

really awesome app and its perfect except for the fact that after i drew one image it wont let me make anything else? its really weird because i cant make animations or drawings. also whenever i download its pretty low quality but i dont care much about that i can just screenshot 🀷. ALSO this one makes me really annoyed it’s the fact that there is no gallery. you cant look back at your drawings, you cant watch your animations, none of it. so you’re practically forced to download it or its just gone 🀷 but overall great app and easy to use πŸ‘
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Response from developer

You can press the back button in the top left of the screen to return to the document picker, view recent projects, and make new ones. Please email us if you need further help.

seems really great but i cant use it too much yet

id like to use my logitech mouse with this app but it doesnt work with it at all, and for me its too much extra work and eventually hurts my finger in the longrun to hold down the frame for 2 seconds each time when i want to duplicate the frames etc, so i havent used the app much but it looks great and i think ill buy an apple mouse see if that fairs better, thank you for your work making this app
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FAQ

What is Pixen?

Pixen is a native pixel art and animation editor designed for creating low-resolution raster art, similar to sprites found in old-school video games. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools for both pixel art creation and animation editing.

What are the key features of Pixen?

Key features include support for high zoom levels, animation editing with a filmstrip view, color palettes, a wide array of drawing tools, pattern creation, layers with blend modes, and various import/export options for different file formats.

How much does Pixen cost?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases for additional features or content. Specific pricing for these in-app purchases can be found within the app store listing.

What devices is Pixen compatible with?

Pixen is available as a native application for both iOS and macOS. It is optimized for Apple Pencil on iPad, offering advanced features like hover support with Apple Pencil Pro.

What kind of projects can I create with Pixen?

You can create a wide range of pixel art projects, including character sprites, game assets, icons, and animated sequences. The app is well-suited for retro game development, digital illustration, and creating animated GIFs.