Report updated Apr 24, 2026
Sprite Pencil
For digital artists and game developers looking for a mobile-first, file-system-integrated pixel art editor.
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Sprite Pencil is an established graphics & design app that is completely free. With a 4.6/5 rating from 59 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.
What is Sprite Pencil?
Current Momentum
v4.11 · 7mo ago
MaintenanceLast updated 212d ago. 5 versions tracked.
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What makes this app unique?
What Are The Key Features?
Supports in-place file editing and iCloud Drive, allowing users to maintain their existing file organization.
Includes symmetric drawing, automatic shading brushes, and transformation tools like rotate, flip, and posterize.
Built exclusively for Apple platforms with full Apple Pencil support and home screen widget functionality.
Provides flexible scaling options for sharing artwork and the ability to generate pixel art stickers for iMessage.
How much does it cost?
Who Built It?
256 Arts
Providing specialized pixel art creation and asset management tools for digital artists and game developers. Focused on native integration.
Portfolio
10
Apps
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What do users think recently?
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What is the competitive landscape for Sprite Pencil?
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The outtake for Sprite Pencil
Key Takeaways
Sprite Pencil is a highly integrated, native pixel art editor that prioritizes file management and Apple-specific hardware features.
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