PixZels

I'll give my feedback as someone who needed this for a game but unfortunately couldn't get it to work the way I expected, and also as a professional pixel artist with years of experience in game development.

1. Support more sizes

   I tried making a bus that was around 154 px wide. Even though the program says it supports 256 px, it wouldn't let me go beyond 128 px. It would also be nice to support irregular dimensions instead of forcing square sizes.

2. Why does the top image have to be vertical?

   The side of the bus is horizontal because the bus itself is rectangular. When I imported the roof, the bus got squashed, and it took me hours to realize that the top image was supposed to be vertical. That wasn't very intuitive.

3. Allow importing the back and bottom sides

   I'd personally rather draw the back side in Aseprite (I don't need the bottom side for my game). But imagine making a game where the bus flips over on the road, you would need the underside.

4. Pre-existing outlines don't work very well

   I can understand this one, since it's probably a difficult problem to solve.

5. The eraser tool feels buggy

   The brush is the only tool that worked reliably for me. I also struggled with the selection tool. It was difficult to understand where to drag, even when using the corner handles. The mouse cursor representation wasn't very intuitive either.

6. The UI needs a proper menu

   There should be a File menu and other standard menus for importing images instead of relying only on dragging files into the center of the screen. Also, I can't drag the window around in Windows because there isn't a title bar to grab.

7. I'd remove the image at the top

   It takes up a lot of space and feels unnecessary. Less is more, especially in a tool I would use frequently.

8. Export more than 16 directions

   It would be great to have the option to export more viewing angles.

9. I'd focus on the core functionality first

   If I were you, I'd prioritize the tool itself rather than painting features inside the program. Those can always be added later. I think the main purpose should be assembling the pieces and exporting them from multiple directions. Sprite touch-ups can be done in other software.

   When painting tools are eventually expanded, the colors and palette should always be visible. Having to click the color to open a modal is poor UX. Aseprite's approach of keeping colors visible on the left side works much better.

   I would also remove the entire right panel and move those options into standard menus like File, Edit, etc.

   For the viewing options, I think it would be more intuitive to have a rotatable cube or directional controls similar to what 3D software uses.

That's all I can think of for now. If I remember anything else, I'll add it later. I really hope this tool improves because the concept itself is excellent, and I'm looking forward to future updates.

You will put this tool in Steam? I want buy, but prefer by Steam, just to concentrate in one place

This is so cool! I'd love to know how this was made, it's seriously Impressive! I'm definitely going to buy this.

Please also include a slice export option for sprite-stacked models sometime! Animation would also be amazing <3

Hey! Great software. I am considering buying now for future projects, but also for a project I am working on at the moment. I would be curious to know if it's possible to generate slices for sprite-stacked assets from Pixzels? 

Could you please add to your demo, ships from your asset pack -> https://pixel-salvaje.itch.io/free-boat-16-directions ?
I'm looking for a program where I can design ships like these, and I'm wondering if it's possible to create more complex vessels. Two- or three-masted ones? That’s why I’d like to experiment with the demo and see if it’s worth buying your program. I’d appreciate it if you could add these models to the demo so I can test them, because so far I haven’t been able to recreate these models in the program.

An awesome tool that I anticipate will make my game much easier to produce! My immediate thoughts is it would be useful to allow the user to hand-choose which perspectives they export (for example, a given sprite in the game I am working on would only need 4 for a given sprite). Maybe even just let the user set custom presets?  

Again, this will already save me tremendous time as it is, so thank you! 

Android version in the works?

Hello, love the tool! 
Will this at some point allow users to export the 3D object as a 3D file, such as .obj or .glb?

Hi. demo is amazing. I tried making a 3DS, but the lines would get weird effects on them with the color... is there any guide for use? 

Thanks!

I will be buying to support.

Would it be possible to purchase the ortho images from the PixelWheels series to use with this tool?

I would like to create a lower camera angle version of the iso versions available for mode 7 style rendering.

Hey, it looks great but I couldn't make it work. Does it work only with squares and simple shapes like a car? I tried making a 2d humanoid character but it just created a scrambled blob. I used your vending machine template to place the different views in the correct format.

hi pixel salvaje.I didn't know you opened a patreon.i didn't see it anywhere.i didn't have bluesky and checked recently.is there anything planned?

https://www.patreon.com/PixelHeatCity?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan

Hello Pixel_Salvaje,

I find Your tool very interesting! Are you planning to release a 3D exporter for Your tool, for example OBJ+Texure ? I would buy Your tool, if you would implement the 3D exporter! That would be amazing!

Thank You very much for Your answer in advance!

We found more bugs with the tool. We learned that we can upload strip in pixzels and it will generate 3D model automatically, and we made this archy wall. Then when we made another strip, it stop working. It won’t generate 3D model. 👁 Image

Seems like a pretty cool tool, but I think I'll hold off on paying for the full version till it has more development progress, like perhaps 3D character animation? Here's to hoping the project will age like a fine wine!

Hi! I've been using this for a few days now and it's been a lot of fun, it's an awesome tool!

My experience so far has mostly been smooth but there were a bunch of things I hope can be improved.

I'm running PixZels on Windows 10 in-case that's important.

Issues I ran into:

- Pure black (RGB "0, 0, 0") is being set as transparent when exporting as a GIF.

- The outline doesn't match the color you set it to if it's a more complex shade. For example, if you use RGB "132, 132, 46" within your sprite and then set the outline to the same values, the outline doesn't match in color and actually shows up as RGB "190, 190, 118" instead.

- Camera angle snapping makes it really hard to edit the details of some models when you require a camera angle that's slightly off from the designated ones. Maybe this could be toggleable?

- If you're dragging the Camera Tilt slider and your mouse leaves the Export Options window while still holding down, it counts as a click to close the export window.

- Maximizing the window causes it to overlap over the task bar.

Some (feature) suggestions:

- Selection rotation.

- Hex code input/support in the regular color picker.

- Make the outline color picker match the regular one, not just for theme consistency but the outline one doesn't allow you to paste stuff into it.

- Number value input for Camera Tilt.

- More GIF export options like rotating on different angles, back and forth between specific angles or maybe a sequence of angles to follow.

- Ability to export the actual model and/or texture as well as re-import them. I know you've stated you're still unsure about this one in another reply but it would be quite useful for models that can't be directly recreated from the ortho exported textures alone.

Anyway, loving the work so far! Thank you for making something so useful :)

Hey! Just wanted to clarify with you: if I put my UV map in there that I created somewhere else, it 'puts it together' or like I can put it together for a full object and it generates a rotated sprite sheet?

Hi! I just purchased this and am attempting to run it on Arch Linux, but it appears the AppImage is only for ARM. Is there an x86 build?

Thanks!

Great tool, can be a massive timesaver for making car animations.

However, when I try to import a predrawn sprite from all angles I can't seem to find a way to import the back or under view (like in the ambulance example).

Am I missing an option / hotkey or is it not possible?

Magnificent!
Failed to draw a mushroom ;)
Don't really like installers, could you please make the portable exe ?
Also, can't set 40 degrees on export

I’m having an issue with the Linux version. I’m on Linux Garuda and cannot launch the app. Gear Lever says ‘it may not be compatible with your system architecture’ whatever that means.

Amazing stuff, please bring it to Steam so we can auto update!

Is it possible to support a timeline? Thank you. 

Amazing work! Just a quick question — are these real 3D models (like made in Blender and usable in a game engine), or are they more like voxels?

What is this black magic! <3 <3 <3

Just purchased, about to use. I know I'm going to love it. Freaking amazing work! I'd love to hire you if possible for some work. 

Hi! I found your program on itch.io and it looks really great. I just wanted to ask: are you planning to release it on Steam in the future, and if so, will itch.io buyers receive a Steam key? I’m mainly asking because I’d prefer to have it on Steam

When upgrading 48x48 support for RPG Maker Projects?

Hey Salvaje, just wanted to say thanks for this! Much like you, I work in isometric art a lot and this has been awesome so far. Am enjoying it a lot.

Great app! Do you have plans for adding importing a back/bottom image? It would be really cool. I see you wrote a comment below, but I don't see Load button for 6-view sprite sheets.

Just wanted to say I'm already loving the new update! Fast and really versatile with the new ability to change the angle of the export. Really appreciate the work you're doing here, and for accepting feedback.

The fact that its working so well and this is only the beginning has me pumped to see what new upgrades to this you'll put into overtime. 

Many thanks pixel_Salvaje for this!

Hey there! I’ve been trying to make use of this and I can successfully import front/side/top both individually and from a sprite sheet but how do I import a back?

Tried this program and I have few thisngs to say.

First, I am really excited to see it being developed further as it has so much potentieal and I already can see many ways in which  I personally could use it.

However, in its current form I find this program extremely frustrating to use to the point where I don't want to touch it until some changes are made.

First thing, and the most frustrating im my opinion - camera snaping to sides. This feature makes the program practically unusable for me, as  I have to fight the program to move the camera to where I want it to be and not constantly snaping to random places. This feature alone made me rage quit this program.

Second thing, and this is more of a request, I make pixelart characters that consist of multiple different parts that are drawn on different layers, which in classical 2d art makes it realy convenient to draw complex sprites without getting lost. I would want to know if it is possible to make layering system in this program as well, it would be realy convenient to have it.

Third, and last thing, is the camera  position in the output sprite sheet. As I saw someone before  mentioning it - this is quite limiting in which scenarios this tool can be used, as not every game (assuming you are making sprites for game) has top-down or slightly from above perspective. I, for example, at the moment am working on couple of character sprites that are drawn from side perspective, and as such makes this program quite usless for my purposes.

All in all, I see huge potential for  this program if you  decide to develop it further and definitely am going to  pay closer attention to its development. Good luck to you!

Sweet program, I like how it is but there is a lot of room for improvement.

What I like. It simple to get a hang of the concept. There is an in app pixel art editor. 

Lot of rough things that I like but needs work for sure.

I like you can upload photos for the main angles but I think it could help to have alternative angles (say common types being 3/4th view for example) Maybe also different left and right angles? That's my main wish! :)

The UI is rather clunky and crashed my graphics drives when streaming on discord (That was weird! Not 100% what caused that but a thing to keep an eye out for.) I think the 3d type tools (selection for example) could benefit from some gimbals! As just using the section edges is a bit of a guessing game of where it is. 

I think lastly, two last things. There should be an option for it to not be in full screen and there should be a light mode. Dark mode hurts my eyes as I have contrast issues.

This is amazing! Are there any plans to allow for exporting the 3D model as an OBJ? I’d love to know because I would switch to this in a heartbeat over MagicaVoxel!

cool tool

It would be an amazing feature if the user could paint on layer by layer.

This tool is fantastic, thank you for your work! Could I leave a request to not start in fullscreen mode with hidden toolbar every time? I have a 32:9 monitor and usually have several windows open next to each other, especially when working on my game/art, and resizing the window requires several steps right now.

Might also be a Linux issue. I'm running on bazzite/KDE.

do you have any plans to let you take export of other angles?  

One of the coolest pixel art apps i came accross 🤯 thanks pixel savage