All articles tagged with #pixel art
A developer created a tool called pbm2track that encodes bitmap images onto floppy disks by using track timing diagrams, allowing pixel art to be printed and viewed on floppy disks, blending vintage hardware with modern image encoding techniques.
SwitchBot has announced the Obboto, an AI-powered RGB desk light that displays pixel art, animations, and user images, responding to movement and touch, with features like music visualization and mood modes, but its availability and price are yet to be announced.
Navinosuke – The Yo-kai Buster, a pixel art RPG inspired by Pokémon and developed in the early 2000s but never released, is finally coming to the Nintendo Switch in early 2026 after being updated with modern gameplay and UI. Set in a fictional ancient Japan, players explore a world filled with over 150 Yo-kai, collecting and battling them using turn-based combat with support card mechanics. The game aims to appeal to fans seeking a nostalgic yet strategic RPG experience.
Ethernia is a new free 2D pixel-art online RPG developed by Pugna Studio, blending Skyrim's world-building with Stardew Valley's aesthetics, featuring real-time combat, a branching narrative, character customization, and multiplayer elements, available now on Steam for PC.
A creator demonstrates a novel, non-optical 3D-printed 'lens' that produces pixelated images by guiding light through a fine grid of cylindrical tubes, creating a unique artistic effect, with potential for further development.
Hideo Kojima credits Super Mario Bros. as the game that inspired him to enter the industry, believing it demonstrated the potential for video games to surpass movies, after playing it extensively in college.
Terminator 2D: No Fate is a nostalgic, 16-bit style side-scroller that pays homage to the classic Terminator 2 film with impressive pixel art, music, and varied gameplay, though its very short length and limited use of the T-800 character are notable drawbacks.
Threads of Time is a turn-based RPG showcased at TGS 2025, featuring time travel across eras, strategic combat, and a diverse cast of heroes, with stunning pixel art powered by Unreal Engine 5, set to release on PC and Xbox Series.
Replaced, an eye-catching cybernoir action game by Sad Cat Studios, has been delayed multiple times but is now scheduled for release in spring 2026, with a final trailer expected later this year. The game features detailed pixel art, combo-based combat, and cinematic visuals, promising a unique blend of retro and modern aesthetics.
Discounty is a charming supermarket management game for PS5 that combines addictive gameplay with a cozy, pixel art style, offering players a fun experience of running and expanding a small-town store, though it doesn't revolutionize the genre.
Kilopixel is a unique 1000-pixel wooden display created by Ben Holmen, who spent six years designing and building it. It features a 40×25 grid and allows users to queue pixel art for display via a web app, showcasing an innovative blend of craftsmanship and technology.
9 Kings is an early access roguelike kingdom builder that combines deckbuilding, city management, and auto-battler elements, featuring diverse factions and dynamic gameplay with high replayability, despite some missing features.
Dragon is Dead, developed by Team Suneat, is a captivating roguelite game that combines elements of Castlevania and Diablo with stunning pixel art and atmospheric music. The game features unique RPG and progression systems, rewarding both long-term planning and player skill. Despite minor concerns about flat writing and UI clarity, the game offers a compelling and addictive experience, making each run feel unique and engaging.
Dwarf Fortress's adventure mode, a RPG-style alternative to colony management, is now available on Steam in beta with new pixel art graphics, songs, and detailed UI. The mode features combat with intricate details, the ability to play as anthropomorphized animals, and custom pixel art portraits for animal people. The game also includes new music and sound effects, such as unique walking sounds for different terrains and walking on soap floors. Despite its rudimentary appearance, the developers plan to add more structure to the mode and are working on additional features like magic and villains systems.
Solo developer Seethingswarm has officially announced the pixel-art Metroidvania game "Primal Planet," featuring a caveman protagonist protecting his family from dinosaurs and aliens, with the option for two-player local co-op where the second player controls a nimble sinosauropteryx. The game also includes crafting, survival elements, diverse biomes, and a sci-fi-infused narrative, and is available for wishlist on Steam.