8BitBilder

8BitBilder is a digital art project and online gallery devoted to 8-bit and pixel art aesthetics. It centers on the look and feel of early video games, while employing modern tools and techniques to explore palette, dithering, and animation. The name is used by several independent artists and collectives who share works under varying licenses.

The platform hosts a curated gallery of pixel art, short animations, and retro-style illustrations. It also supports community activities such as pixel-art jams, tutorials on topics like palette selection and sprite animation, and artist interviews. Some works are presented as digital downloads, while others are offered as limited-edition prints or merchandise.

Licensing for works on 8BitBilder varies by creator, ranging from personal-use licenses to commercial rights negotiated directly with artists. The project emphasizes respect for artist attribution and often encourages collaborations across media, including game assets, posters, and stickers.

8BitBilder has grown through online communities and social media, helping to sustain interest in 8-bit aesthetics beyond classic gaming. It is associated with a broader movement of contemporary artists who reinterpret retro graphics through new technologies, digital fabrication, and indie game design.

See also: pixel art, 8-bit art, retro computing, indie game aesthetics.