Free Asset Sites Collection
I need various assets to implement a gamified feel..
Sites like Kenney are organized here for easy reference.. bookmark for later..
Major Free Asset Sites
1. Kenney
- URL: https://kenney.nl/assets
- Highlights:
- Completely free (commercial use allowed)
- Wide range of resources: 2D / 3D / UI / audio
- Clean, consistent style
2. Itch.io (Free Game Assets)
- URL: https://itch.io/game-assets/free
- Highlights:
- Assets from a wide variety of indie developers
- Mix of free and paid (filter for free only)
- Diverse styles (pixel, 3D, UI, etc.)
3. OpenGameArt
- URL: https://opengameart.org
- Highlights:
- Open-source-based assets
- Covers music, sound, sprites, and more
- Filter by license as needed
4. CraftPix (Freebies)
- URL: https://craftpix.net/freebies/
- Highlights:
- High-quality 2D assets
- Characters, backgrounds, UI, and more
- Some free, some paid
5. GameArt2D
- URL: https://gameart2d.com/freebies.html
- Highlights:
- Resources dedicated to 2D games
- Heavy on side-scroller and RPG styles
6. Unity Asset Store (Free)
- URL: https://assetstore.unity.com/
- Highlights:
- Unity-specific assets
- Free section available
- Variety of 3D models, effects, and sounds
7. FreeGameAssets
- URL: https://www.freegameassets.com/
- Highlights:
- Curation platform aggregating multiple sites
- Links to a wide range of free resources
8. GitHub Game Dev Resources
- URL: https://github.com/teamgravitydev/gamedev-free-resources
- Highlights:
- List of open-source assets and resources
- Developer-friendly references
Things to Watch Out For
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Always check the license
- CC0: free to use without restriction
- CC-BY: attribution required
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Verify commercial use rights
- Conditions can vary per asset, not just per site
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Attribution is recommended
- Even for free assets, crediting the creator is good practice
Recommended Strategy
- Quick prototyping → Kenney
- Exploring diverse styles → Itch.io
- Need music/sound → OpenGameArt
- High-quality 2D → CraftPix