Upload a clear photo
Sign in, then upload one well-lit JPG, PNG, or WebP photo up to 10MB with your face clearly visible. Pixel Art Portrait is preselected on this page.
Turn Your Photo Into a Pixel Art Portrait
To turn a photo into pixel art, upload one clear photo on PhotoToy AI with the Pixel Art Portrait style selected. The AI redraws you as a retro video-game style portrait with visible square pixels and a limited color palette. You get a PNG image in about 30 seconds for 1 credit, with no prompt writing.
About 30 seconds · 1 credit per image
OriginalPhotoToy
Fictional, AI-generated example. Every person shown is fictional.
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Fictional, AI-generated example. Every person shown is fictional.
How it works
Generate your pixel art portrait
Select Generate and confirm. It takes about 30 seconds and uses 1 credit. No prompt writing is needed.
Download the PNG
Check the result and download the PNG image. Uploaded originals are processed in memory and are not stored. Generated images and download links expire after 48 hours.
Photo tips for Pixel Art Portrait
Good photos
- ✓ Clear, visible face with sharp details.
- ✓ Even lighting and natural colors.
Photos to avoid
- ✗ Blurred, tiny, or heavily filtered faces.
- ✗ Faces hidden by objects, deep shadows, or glare.
Ways to use it
Gaming avatars
Retro cards
Character mood boards
Social profile art
Output and options
- Format
- PNG image
- Dimensions
- Vary by result; check the downloaded file.
- Time
- About 30 seconds; actual time may vary.
- Credits
- 1 credit per image
New signups get 2 free generations. No prompt writing needed.
USD credit packs: $9.9 / 30 credits · $19.9 / 80 credits · $49.9 / 250 credits. No subscription. View pricing.
Uploaded originals are processed in memory and are not stored. Generated images and download links expire after 48 hours. Privacy policy.
FAQ
Is the pixel portrait a game-ready sprite sheet?
No. You get one PNG portrait image, not a sprite sheet or animation frames.
Can I choose the pixel size or palette?
No. The pixel size and palette are part of the preset style and cannot be changed.
How much does a pixel art portrait cost?
Each image uses 1 credit. One-time credit packs cost $9.9 for 30 credits, $19.9 for 80, or $49.9 for 250, in US dollars, with no subscription. New accounts get 2 free generations after signing in with Google.
What happens to my photo after making a pixel art portrait?
Uploaded originals are processed in memory and are not stored. Generated images and download links expire after 48 hours. Download your PNG before then. Uploading photos of other people or of minors requires the consent of that person or of the minor's parent or legal guardian.
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