Pixel Pilot controls
Phone and tablet
| To do this | Do this |
|---|---|
| Steer | Drag left or right anywhere on the screen |
| Pause | Tap the II button at the top right |
Computer (keyboard and mouse)
| Key | What it does |
|---|---|
| Left / Right arrows | Steer |
| P or Esc | Pause |
Click the game once so it can hear your keys. Press Full screen for a bigger view.
About Pixel Pilot
Pixel Pilot is a retro arcade flyer. Your tiny ship climbs a narrowing shaft full of laser gates and coin trails. Read the warning outlines, slip through the gaps and see how high you can climb before the walls close in.
Every run starts at the bottom of a glowing shaft. Your ship climbs on its own, so all you do is steer left and right. As you go higher the shaft gets narrower and the climb gets faster, so the gaps you could drift through early on become tight squeezes later.
Laser gates are the main danger. Each gate flashes a warning outline before it locks, which gives you a moment to read where the safe gap will be. Coin trails often lead through the gaps, so following the coins is usually a good line. Your best height is saved on your device, so every run is a chance to beat your own record.
Features
- Endless climb that gets faster and tighter
- Laser gates that flash a warning before they lock
- Coins to grab on every run
- Your best height is saved on your device
- Original chiptune soundtrack
Tips to get a higher score
- Watch the warning outlines and move early, not at the last second.
- Small, smooth drags work better than big swipes.
- Stay near the middle when you can, so you can reach either side.
- Coins are nice, but skip a risky one when the walls are close.
Questions
Is Pixel Pilot free?
Yes. Pixel Pilot is free to play in your browser. It shows a few ads between rounds to keep it free.
Do I need to download anything?
No. Press play and the game starts right on this page. There is no sign-up.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. Pixel Pilot works on phones, tablets and computers. On a phone, tap Full screen for the best view.
How do I play?
Drag to steer. On a computer you can also use the arrow keys.
What keys do I use on a computer?
Left / Right arrows: steer. P or Esc: pause.
Is my score saved?
Yes. Your best score is saved in this browser on this device, so it is still there next time you play.
