Pixel Photo Editor

Transform your photos into nostalgic pixel art masterpieces with a single tap. Choose from hundreds of authentic 8-bit and 16-bit game styles, modern pixel filters, and custom designs to create unique avatars, profile pictures, and artwork.

Create Pixel Art

Try for Free

Explore Our Most Popular Pixel Styles

From classic retro game aesthetics to modern minimalist pixel designs, find the perfect filter to match your vision.

Key Features of Our Pixel Photo Editor

Go beyond basic filters with our AI powered tool designed for creating authentic and customizable pixel art.

Authentic Retro Styles

Apply true 8-bit, 16-bit, and arcade game palettes. Our AI analyzes your photo to apply authentic dithering, limited color palettes, and classic pixel grid effects.

Try Retro Style

Custom Pixel Sizing

Control the level of detail. Choose from large, blocky pixels for a stark retro look or smaller pixels for a more detailed, modern pixel art finish.

Adjust Pixel Size

Animated Pixel Effects

Bring your pixel art to life. Add subtle animations like flickering lights, flowing water, or character idle movements to create dynamic GIFs and videos.

Animate My Art

Pixel Art Creation Gallery

See how ordinary photos are transformed into extraordinary pixel art. Get inspired by creations from our community of digital artists and retro enthusiasts.

Portrait transformed into 8-bit game sprite

Fantasy character in detailed pixel style

How to Create Pixel Art in 3 Steps?

Turn your photos into pixel perfect artwork in less than a minute with our simple, intuitive mobile app.

Step 01.

Download the makmak app from Google Play. It's your all in one studio for AI powered pixel art creation, available anytime on your phone.

Select a pixel art filter from the library

Step 02.

Select the 'Pixel Photo Editor' feature and upload your photo. Browse and choose from our extensive library of retro and modern pixel art style filters.

Step 03.

Generate your pixel art. Customize the pixel size and color palette if desired, then save or share your unique creation directly to social media.

Start Creating Now

What Pixel Artists Are Saying

Brought my game characters to life instantly

As an indie game developer, creating consistent pixel art sprites was time consuming. This editor lets me turn concept sketches and reference photos into perfect in game assets in seconds. The 16 bit filter is incredibly authentic.

Al

Alex · Indie Game Developer

My go to for unique social media profiles

I run a retro gaming channel and needed a standout avatar. The pixel photo editor gave me a perfect 8 bit version of my logo. My followers love it, and I use it to create custom art for stream alerts and merch designs.

Ma

Maya · Gaming Content Creator

Perfect for DIY art and gifts

I made pixel art portraits of my family for Christmas, and they were a huge hit. The app is so easy. I had no art experience, but the results looked professional. I've since started making custom pixel art keychains.

Be

Ben · DIY Enthusiast