Coloring Pixels

Coloring Pixels

Released Aug 2018

A relaxing coloring by numbers game. Enjoy completing a variety of images with differing themes, complexity, and sizes.

96% positive · 8,710 reviews
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Released, but still in active development
High confidence
Active Development

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Evaluation

Coloring Pixels launched as a free-to-play game on August 17, 2018, and ToastieLabs has expanded it with themed DLC packs at a remarkably consistent monthly cadence ever since — 98 packs in total as of August 2026. Recent releases include the Natural Wonders Pack (March 13, 2026), the 1980s Pack (April 10, 2026), the Comic 2 XL Pack (May 8, 2026), the Sci-Fi Fantasy Vistas 2 Pack (June 12, 2026), the Jigsaw Pack (July 10, 2026), and the 1990s Pack (August 14, 2026). On August 17, 2026 — the game's 8th birthday — ToastieLabs published a detailed anniversary post celebrating the studio's progress. They explicitly stated that "exciting plans" are coming for the games players know and love, and described the ongoing Patreon overhaul which will, starting next month, include monthly Steam keys for DLC releases across Coloring Pixels and their other titles. This directly confirms that monthly DLC releases are expected to continue. The developer also mentioned Jack's ongoing pixel art work and the addition of XL packs — further reinforcing that content creation remains active. The studio also noted a difficult 2025, including the loss of two team members, but described 2026 as "our year" and confirmed they have "found their feet again." The unbroken monthly DLC pipeline through both good and difficult periods, combined with an explicit forward-looking statement about continued releases, makes it clear this game continues to receive regular new content with no announced end in sight.
Evidence
8th birthday post states 'exciting plans coming for the games you know and love' and announces Patreon overhaul beginning next month that includes monthly Steam keys for Coloring Pixels DLC releases, directly confirming ongoing monthly DLC plans.
news post · Aug 17, 2026 source content planned
high
1990s Pack DLC released, the most recent in the monthly release series.
news post · Aug 14, 2026 source content shipped
high

Content

99 of 100 released · 1 planned

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
ToastieLabs
Achievements
2452
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Players
Single-player

About this game

So what is it?

The objective is quite simple: each level contains numerous uncolored pixels and it is your job to color them in. Each pixel is numbered; this number corresponds with a color in your palette. Select a color from the palette and paint each of its corresponding pixels. Correctly color all pixels in a level to finish it!

Over 1000 Levels!

Coloring Pixels is a great way to wind down, you can just sit back and relax. With over 90 free levels, and over 1000 levels in total, you can have hours of fun.


Dark Mode, Hints, and more!

With a variety of accessibility features such as: dark mode; a selection of fonts; rebindable controls; various contrast options; and optional hint settings, you can relax in any way you want!


Last evaluated Aug 19, 2026
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