Particles Editor

Freemium#8 of 33 in Game Particle Effect Editors

Particles Editor: A standalone editor for layered effects, with PNG texture and source-code export. Ranked #8 of 33 in Game Particle Effect Editors by our editors (7.9/10); pricing: Free plan; best for mac and iOS users composing layered effects for export.

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At a glance

Editor score
7.9 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Mac and iOS users composing layered effects for export
Free plan
Yes
Facts checked
14 Nov 2026

Where it wins
- Templates and multi-layer composition support effect creation.
- Import UI mocks and game assets to compose around existing visuals.
- Export as PNG textures or source code, with a pixelation option.
Where it doesn't
- Standalone workflow has no listed game-engine integration.
- Available only for macOS and iOS.
- Some pro features require an in-app upgrade; its price is not published.

Our verdict on Particles Editor

Particles Editor is a downloadable visual tool for creating particle effects for apps and games on macOS and iOS. Its templates and multi-layer composition make it a fit for solo creators and small teams who want to shape effects around imported UI mocks or game assets, then export the result. It is a focused authoring tool rather than a broad game-particle workflow environment, so it suits Apple-platform users whose needs center on composing and exporting effects.

The export options define much of its practical value: effects can be rendered as PNG textures or exported as source code, and a pixelation option supports pixel-art workflows. That gives creators routes to use effects as images or carry them forward as code. The listed engine integration is standalone, however, so buyers looking for a direct connection to a particular game engine should compare alternatives that specify that integration. The product details do not establish broader simulation controls, so users prioritizing advanced particle behavior should assess whether its composition-focused approach fits.

Particles Editor is free to download, with most features available at no cost; some pro features require an in-app upgrade. The upgrade price is not published, so the free tier is the clearest starting point for evaluating whether the editor meets a project’s needs. Its platform scope is limited to macOS and iOS, making it unsuitable for teams requiring Windows or Android support. Choose it for Apple-based, layered effect composition with PNG or source-code export; look elsewhere if engine integration, wider platform support, or verified simulation depth is central to the workflow.

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Particles Editor pricing

Plans Free planFreemium A usable free plan; paid tiers unlock the limits above. Prices checked 14 Nov 2026.

See plans on glideengine.itch.io

Particles Editor fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Not verified
GPU simulation	Not verified
Engine integration	Standalone
Supported engines	Not verified
Export formats	PNG textures; source code
Editor platforms	macOS; iOS
Particle limit	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	macOS, iOS
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	glideengine.itch.io
Facts checked	14 Nov 2026

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