Pixel Character Creator
Design pixel art characters for your game, free. Create sprites, walk cycles, and character portraits. No download. Sign up free to save your work.
Character design tools
Draw pixel art characters with a true pixel grid — every stroke snaps cleanly.
Export sprites
Export your character as a clean PNG ready for any game engine.
Free to start
Open it and start in your browser. An account saves your work and lets you publish.
Start from the catalog
Browse the asset catalog for character inspiration.
A pixel character creator for 2D games
Wayline's pixel character creator lets you design game characters right in the browser. Draw sprites on a true pixel grid, create walk cycles, design character portraits, and export clean PNGs for any engine. It runs on desktop and mobile.
Frequently asked questions
Is the character creator free?
Yes. You can design and export characters for free with no sign-up.
What format does it export?
Clean PNG sprites at your chosen resolution, ready for any game engine.
Can I create animation frames?
Yes. Draw each frame of a walk cycle or animation and export them separately.
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