1. itch.io (Best for Indie Devs)
- Free Game Assets – Tons of free sprites, tilesets, UI kits, and animations.
- Free Game Templates – Ready-made project files for engines like Unity, Godot, and more.
- Why? Great for hyperPad if you need PNG sprites or animations.
2. Kenney.nl (Public Domain Assets)
- Kenney’s Free Assets – High-quality CC0 (no attribution required) 2D/3D assets.
- Includes UI packs, platformer tiles, characters, and sound effects.
- Why? Perfect for quick prototyping in hyperPad.
3. OpenGameArt.org (Free & Open-Source)
- OpenGameArt 2D Assets – Free sprites, tiles, and animations.
- Why? Good for customizable game assets (check licenses).
4. GameMaker Marketplace (Free Section)
5. Unity Asset Store (Free Section)
6. CraftPix.net (Free & Premium)
7. Pixel Game Art (Free & Paid)
8. Behance & Dribbble (Designer Assets)
- Search for “free 2D game assets” – Some designers share freebies.
🛠 How to Use These in hyperPad?
Since hyperPad is a no-code, visual game builder, you can:
✔ Import PNG sprites (characters, tiles, UI elements).
✔ Use free sound effects (from itch.io or Kenney.nl).
✔ Modify templates (e.g., platformer mechanics) for your game.
🚀 hyperPad-Specific Free Resources?
If you want ready-made hyperPad templates, check:
- hyperPad (they offer free starter projects).
- hyperPad YouTube Tutorials – Some creators share free project files.
- hyperPad Hub - some games can be BRANCHED!
- Community Forums – Ask if others have shared templates.
Step-by-Step Guide: Importing Free 2D Assets into hyperPad
Since hyperPad is a no-code game builder for iPad, you can easily import free 2D assets (sprites, tiles, sounds) to create your game. Here’s how:
📥 Step 1: Download Free Assets
- Pick a source from the list above (e.g., Kenney.nl or itch.io).
- Download the asset pack (usually a .zip file).
- Extract the files (use the Files app on iPad).
💡 Best file formats for hyperPad:
- Sprites/Tiles: .PNG (transparent background)
- Sounds: .MP3 or .WAV
- Animations: Multiple .PNG files (frame-by-frame)
📤 Step 2: Transfer Assets to Your iPad
If you downloaded on a computer:
- Airdrop to iPad.
- Upload to iCloud Drive → Open in Files app.
- Email them to yourself and save to iPad.
If downloaded directly on iPad:
- Most browsers save to "Downloads" in Files app.
🎮 Step 3: Import into hyperPad
- Open hyperPad and create a new project.
- Add a Sprite/Object:
- Tap the "+" button → "Sprite" (for characters, tiles, etc.).
- Select "Choose Image" → Navigate to your saved .PNG file.
- Add Sounds/Music:
- Tap the "+" button → "Sound".
- Select your .MP3 or .WAV file.
- For Animations:
- Use the "Animation" tool in hyperPad.
- Import each frame (e.g., player_run_1.png, player_run_2.png).
⚙️ Step 4: Customize & Build Your Game
- Resize/Scale sprites by pinching.
- Set Physics (e.g., gravity, collisions) in hyperPad’s properties.
- Add Behaviors (e.g., jump, move) using hyperPad’s drag-and-drop logic.
🚀 Bonus: hyperPad Optimization Tips
✔ Use sprite sheets (single PNG with multiple frames) for better performance.
✔ Keep image sizes small (e.g., 512x512 max) to avoid lag.
✔ Test on device early to check performance.
📚 Need a hyperPad-Specific Template?
If you want a pre-built hyperPad game template, try:
- hyperPad’s templates (available for free, in-app).
- Search YouTube for “hyperPad tutorial.”
- Ask in hyperPad’s community (in our community Discord or on our Forum).
- Search for projects on the hyperPad Hub with "BRANCH," you can edit those projects as templates!
🧠 Final Thoughts
Building your dream iPad game doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With these free 2D asset sites and hyperPad’s drag-and-drop tools, you’ve got everything you need to create something awesome—right from your iPad.
🎨 Whether you're prototyping a platformer or polishing a pixel-art RPG, these resources will help bring your ideas to life faster. We can't wait to see your creations on the hyperPad hub!
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