Reference
Generated
Prototype parallax effects
Use grayscale depth to test layered motion and displacement before authoring final maps.
Start nowFree Depth Map Generator for Game Assets
Create grayscale depth maps for shaders and parallax — luminance now, Depth Anything V2 Small when gated on.
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Create faster with examples
Pick a preset prompt — it fills the form above so you can edit and generate in one click.
How developers use Depth Map Generator
Real workflows for indie teams, Game Jams, and solo creators.
Reference
Generated
Experiment with shaders
Feed a quick depth texture into custom materials and post-processing effects.
Start nowWhy choose GameGen
Built for indie developers who need quality assets without the wait.
How to create with GameGen
Three steps from idea to downloadable asset.
- 1
Upload an image
Choose the sprite, texture, or scene reference to convert.
- 2
Choose depth direction
Keep the default grayscale mapping or invert near/far values.
- 3
Export the depth map
Download an 8-bit PNG for shaders, displacement, or parallax experiments.
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Frequently asked questions
- What can I use the depth map for?
- Use it for shader experiments, parallax effects, displacement, and asset prototyping.
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