Unofficial Pix Backpack
Pixel art for your backpack
About
Create and display custom pixel art, animations, and scrolling text on your backpack. Features include real-time drawing, image import, and bike mode signaling. Enjoy offline functionality, built-in games, and various widgets.
What's New in Unofficial Pix Backpack
1.2.0
April 8, 2026
Editor — Selection & Drag Tools - Rectangular selection tool (drag to define area) - Freeform lasso selection tool (draw path, interior auto-filled via ray-casting) - Drag-to-move selected pixels (vacated pixels become black) - Across-frames toggle (off by default) to apply moves to all frames - Auto-commit on tool switch or frame change Chain Animations - New screen to compose sequences of saved animations - Per-animation repetition count, per-still duration control - Direction expansion (alternate → fwd+bwd frames) - Real-time frame count (vs 200 limit) and color count (vs 256) - Drag-to-reorder - Save as editable chain composition (reopenable from collection) - Convert to a long animation - Export, share, and duplicate support for chains File Association - .pixpack files associated with the app Settings & Links - Extract from Video link - Animation Library link Misc - Removed 15-character name length limit - Bike mode stop bar slightly taller (100→120px) - Keyboard dismisses on tap outside search bar - Other minor changes and fixes Palette & Video Tool - Video-to-pixpack tool: k-means refined 256-color palette quantization at export (minimizes squared color distance) - App uploader: safety-net quantization for >256 color imports
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Pro subscription (monthly)
Subscription to all of the Pro features of the app
In-App Purchases
$89.99
Lifetime access to Pro
Lifetime access to all of the app's Pro features
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FAQ
What can I display on my Unofficial Pix Backpack?
You can display custom pixel art and animations drawn in real-time, scrolling text, imported images and animations, and various built-in widgets like clocks, stopwatches, and games. It also supports displaying currently playing songs and Manifold forecast odds.
Does Unofficial Pix Backpack work offline?
Yes, the core functionality of the app runs fully locally, meaning you do not need an internet connection to use your backpack. This ensures you can create and display content anytime, anywhere.
Can I use Unofficial Pix Backpack for cycling?
Yes, the app features a dedicated bike mode. You can signal your intent to turn or slow down by pressing corresponding sections of the screen, with a press again to reset to the idle biking animation.
How do I share my creations with Unofficial Pix Backpack?
You can save your drawings and animations directly within the app. The app also allows you to share your saved creations or your entire collection with others.
What are the subscription options for Unofficial Pix Backpack?
The app offers a Pro subscription which is billed monthly at $19.99. This subscription likely unlocks additional features or content beyond the free offerings.
Is Unofficial Pix Backpack suitable for younger users?
The app has an age rating of 12+, suggesting it is appropriate for teenagers and older. Parents should review the content and features to determine suitability for their children.
How often is Unofficial Pix Backpack updated?
The app was last updated on April 8, 2026, with version 1.2.0. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.
What devices are supported by Unofficial Pix Backpack?
Unofficial Pix Backpack is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed to work with these Apple mobile platforms.