Pixel Composer
pixel-composer.com
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- Pixel Composer is a node-based VFX compositor for pixel art.Read 11 Oct 2026 · pixel-composer.com
- Support
- The documentation directs users to report problems to MakhamDev through the itch.io page or Discord.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.pixel-composer.com
- 3D
- Users can import 3D objects, add lighting and a camera, and render within the same project.Read 11 Oct 2026 · pixel-composer.com
- Animation
- It supports keyframe animation with a timeline, and its site says parameters can be animated with keyframes, curves, and expressions.Read 11 Oct 2026 · pixel-composer.com
- Aseprite support
- The ASE File In node reads .ase and .aseprite files with layer and tag support, but does not support tilemaps.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.pixel-composer.com
- Exports
- It exports still images and image sequences as PNG, JPG, or WebP, and animations as GIF, APNG, MP4, or WebM.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.pixel-composer.com
- FFmpeg requirement
- The maker’s 1.22 release note says FFmpeg is no longer included and a popup provides a download link for the required binary.Read 11 Oct 2026 · makham.itch.io
- Headless use
- Projects with an Export node can run without opening the GUI using the command line interface.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.pixel-composer.com
- Node graph
- Its graph system supports image manipulation, feedback effects, loops, physics, and fluid simulation.Read 11 Oct 2026 · store.steampowered.com
- Node library
- The maker’s site says it has over 300 nodes, covering pattern generation through fluid simulation.Read 11 Oct 2026 · pixel-composer.com
- Scripting
- The software supports Pixel Composer Expression, HLSL, Lua, and shell scripting.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.pixel-composer.com
- Shell script warning
- The documentation warns that unknown shell scripts can damage a computer and says a warning dialog appears on first execution.Read 11 Oct 2026 · docs.pixel-composer.com
- Steam Workshop
- The Steam version supports Steam Workshop for sharing collections and projects.Read 11 Oct 2026 · store.steampowered.com
Plans and prices
Pixel Composer $15, paid once $15.00 USD or more; minimum purchase is $15 USD Windows, macOS, Linux download · purchase includes a Steam key Read 11 Oct 2026 · makham.itch.io
Where Specifiction places it
- Pixel Art Software#45 of 707.5