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: Robust options for exporting spritesheets, animated GIFs, and sequences of PNG files. Pricing and Availability Privacy Policy - Aseprite

: Easily manage layers and frames in a timeline similar to video editing software.

: Create custom brushes using any selection (Ctrl+B) and manage color palettes with ease.

: Real-time animation preview, onion skinning (seeing previous/next frames), and specialized playback controls.

(short for Animated Sprite Editor) is a powerful, professional-grade pixel art and animation tool used by indie game developers and digital artists alike. It is available on Windows, macOS, and Linux . Key Features

: Design tile-based levels directly within the editor using specialized tilemap layers .