Asset Library
Use these for prototyping, polishing, or exploring game ideas. All sources are Unity-compatible and beginner-friendly. Feel free to make a PR if you find more good resources out there.
🎨 2D Asset Libraries
🆓 Free 2D Assets
| Source | Link | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Kenney.nl | kenney.nl/assets | Clean, modular sprite packs (platformers, UI, tilesets) |
| OpenGameArt | opengameart.org | Community-made pixel art, icons, tilesets, RPG packs |
| CraftPix Freebies | craftpix.net/freebies | High-quality 2D vector + pixel art (tilesets, UI, sprites) |
| Itch.io (Free Assets) | itch.io/game-assets/free | Tons of tilesets, characters, UI kits |
| Quaternius | quaternius.com | Some 2D packs, mostly 3D — simple & modular |
| Kaylousberg | kaylousberg.itch.io | Whimsical pixel art environments and characters |
| Kevins-Moms-House | kevins-moms-house.itch.io | Clean 1-bit and retro pixel assets |
💲 Cheap 2D Assets (Under $10)
| Source | Link | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Kenney Mega Packs | kenney.nl/assets | All-in-one: UI, platformer, icons, RPG |
| LimeZu on Itch | limezu.itch.io | Highly detailed interiors, exteriors, cyberpunk |
| Ansimuz | ansimuz.itch.io | Retro fantasy/cyberpunk pixel art, UI kits |
| Pixel Frog | pixelfrog-assets.itch.io | Adventure/platformer-ready free pixel assets |
🧱 3D Asset Libraries
🆓 Free 3D Assets
| Source | Link | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Kenney 3D Packs | kenney.nl/assets | Modular 3D props, levels, UI – great for prototyping |
| Quaternius | quaternius.com | Large collection of stylized, rigged 3D models (low-poly) |
| Unity Asset Store (Free) | assetstore.unity.com | Prototype packs, particles, simple environments |
💲 Paid 3D Assets
| Source | Link | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Synty Studios (Polygon Series) | syntystore.com | Low-poly themed packs (City, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Prototype) |
| Humble Bundle (Occasional) | humblebundle.com/software | Bundle deals on Unity 3D models, environments, characters |
| ArtStation Marketplace | artstation.com/marketplace | Abstract / stylized terrain, sci-fi kits, UI packs |
🖥️ UI & Interface Assets
| Source | Link | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Kenney UI Packs | kenney.nl/assets | Buttons, sliders, windows (2D + 3D) |
| ArtStation (UI Kits) | artstation.com/marketplace | Sci-fi UIs, HUD overlays, fantasy interfaces |
| Craftpix UI | craftpix.net | Polished 2D UI: RPG, sci-fi, platformer |
| Itch.io UI Packs | itch.io | Free pixel + vector UI collections |
🔊 Audio & SFX Resources
🆓 Free Sound Libraries
| Source | Link | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Freesound | freesound.org | Huge open sound library (requires attribution) |
| Zapsplat | zapsplat.com | Game-ready SFX (interface, environment, movement) |
| Mixkit | mixkit.co | Music + SFX, commercial-use friendly |
| ProductionCrate (Free Tier) | productioncrate.com | Game SFX, UI sounds, and audio stingers |
| SoundGator | soundgator.com | Interface and ambient effects |
| SoundDogs | sounddogs.com | Searchable sound library |
| Sonniss GDC Packs | sonniss.com/gameaudiogdc | Massive pro sound libraries (free annual GDC bundle) |
| WeLoveIndies | weloveindies.com | Free + paid indie game audio bundles |
| PacDV | pacdv.com/sounds | UI, ambient, mechanical, voice SFX |
| The Sounds Resource | sounds.spriters-resource.com | SFX, retro |
✅ Best All-Around Starter Packs
| Use Case | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| 2D Pixel Art | Kenney’s Game Assets 1 & 2, LimeZu Interiors |
| 3D Modular Worlds | Kenney Modular 3D Kit, Synty Prototype Pack |
| UI Design | Kenney UI Pack, Craftpix UI |
| Audio | Sonniss GDC, Freesound |