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Beginners weigh software options for pixel art sidescrollers
Original: If I wanted to make a simple 2D sidescroller game with a pixel art aesthetic, what software should I use? I am thinking
An aspiring hobbyist with no prior game development experience is asking which software to use to build a simple 2D sidescroller with a pixel art look, and is considering buying Aseprite for the artwork. The goal is a small personal project rather than a commercial release, and the question invites recommendations for tools covering both pixel art creation and game engines suited to beginners.
Why now: unclear
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