A tight palette keeps pixel game art readable. Use the builder below to collect a few hex colors, see them as swatches, and copy values into your editor.
How to use it
- Pick a color or paste a hex value
- Add it to the palette (keep the set small — 4 to 12 colors is a good start)
- Reorder or remove swatches until the set feels balanced
- Copy individual hex codes or the full list
Why limited palettes help
- Characters and UI stay distinct against backgrounds
- Animation and effects stay cheaper to design
- The look matches classic pixel games more closely than unlimited photo colors
Next steps
- Convert a photo with Photo to Pixel, then rebuild a cleaner palette here
- Browse Games for color moods that match shooting, puzzle, arcade, or adventure titles
- Read What Is a Pixel Game? if you want the style explained in plain language