Palette

Retro Pixel Arcade

Primary colors and stark contrasts recreate the nostalgic and energetic feel of a retro arcade game.

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A quick look at how Retro Pixel Arcade reads on buttons, badges, and alerts before you commit.

This alert border and accent use the palette's detail color.

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Built with Retro Pixel Arcade.

A bolder treatment that stretches the primary and secondary colors across a full gradient banner.

Data visualization

#FF0000#00FF00#0000FF#FFFF00#FF00FF

Palette guide

How to use Retro Pixel Arcade

Overview

The "Retro Pixel Arcade" palette (version 1) is the quintessential 8-bit color scheme, delivering pure, unadulterated primary and secondary colors for maximum impact. Featuring bold red #FF0000, vibrant green #00FF00, and electric blue #0000FF, this palette immediately evokes the classic era of video games. The addition of bright yellow #FFFF00 and intense magenta #FF00FF further amplifies its energetic, high-contrast appeal. Designers and developers can utilize these fundamental hues to create instantly recognizable interfaces, pixel art, or branding that demands attention and celebrates digital nostalgia. This palette is ideal for projects where clarity, boldness, and a distinct retro gaming feel are paramount, ensuring every element stands out.

Best used for

Classic arcade game emulation sites
Pixel art creation and communities
Retro tech product branding
Educational content for basic color theory
Event promotion for gaming conventions
Bold, minimalist graphic design

Suggested color roles

primary

#FF0000 (A strong, unmistakable red, perfect for critical alerts, game health, or primary calls-to-action.)

secondary

#00FF00 (A bright, energetic green, excellent for success states, interactive elements, or positive feedback.)

accent

#FFFF00 (A pure, vibrant yellow, ideal for highlights, scores, or attention-grabbing details.)

background

#0000FF (A deep, electric blue that provides a strong, immersive backdrop for the other bright colors to pop.)

text

Use white or light gray on #FF0000, #00FF00, #0000FF, #FF00FF. Use dark gray or black on #FFFF00.

Accessibility notes

All pure primary/secondary colors (#FF0000, #00FF00, #0000FF, #FF00FF) will require white or very light text for sufficient contrast.
#FFFF00 (yellow) strictly requires dark text for readability.
Avoid using these vibrant hues as backgrounds for large blocks of body text; reserve them for headings or accents.
Be highly cautious with color-blind users; these colors are fundamental and might be indistinguishable for some. Always use additional visual cues.

Recommended combinations

Primary Blast

The ultimate 8-bit core, great for foundational UI elements or iconic pixel graphics.

#FF0000 · #00FF00 · #0000FF

Neon Contrast

Creates a vibrant, high-energy combination, perfect for dynamic game screens or flashy promotions.

#FFFF00 · #FF00FF · #00FF00

Deep Core

Provides a strong, grounded feel with bright, contrasting accents, suitable for main menu designs.

#0000FF · #FF0000 · #FFFF00

CSS variables

:root {
  --retro-pixel-arcade-1: #FF0000;
  --retro-pixel-arcade-2: #00FF00;
  --retro-pixel-arcade-3: #0000FF;
  --retro-pixel-arcade-4: #FFFF00;
  --retro-pixel-arcade-5: #FF00FF;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "retro-pixel-arcade": {
        1: "#FF0000",
        2: "#00FF00",
        3: "#0000FF",
        4: "#FFFF00",
        5: "#FF00FF",
      }
    }
  }
}

Hex values

Color 1#FF0000

Color 2#00FF00

Color 3#0000FF

Color 4#FFFF00

Color 5#FF00FF

Accessibility

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How to use Retro Pixel Arcade

Overview

Best used for

Suggested color roles

Accessibility notes

Recommended combinations

Primary Blast

Neon Contrast

Deep Core

CSS variables

Tailwind config

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