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My Creative Resources Index
2026-05-26
Amiya_desi
Article at a glanceQuick scan
- Organized two browser bookmark folders into a public resource index
- Focuses on game development, assets, art, music, AI, and learning
- Treat it as a search entry point; specific licenses and quality still need to be verified by yourself
This is an exported public resource index from my Chrome / Edge bookmarks, mainly featuring external creative resources and tool libraries.
Organization rules:
- The two bookmark sets originally totaled 285 entries; after deduplicating by URL, they became 212 entries.
- The public version only keeps links for creation, learning, tools, assets, and communities.
- Licenses and commercial restrictions are subject to the information on the respective website pages. When downloading assets, it’s recommended to separately record the author, source URL, License, and download date.
Categorized Resource Sub-Index
- Site Article Index — Main entry point for site articles
- External Resources for Personal Webmasters — External links for domains, hosting, monitoring, comments, blogrolls, and webmaster communities
- Free AI API Entry Points — Large model APIs students can call for free or low cost
- What You Can Buy with an Alibaba Cloud Student 300 Yuan Voucher — ECS, Lightweight, Wuying, Bailian, ACA Certification
- What You Can Do with Cloudflare’s Free Tier — Pages, Workers, R2, Tunnel, Email Routing
- What Can a 2C2G Student Server Run — List of self-hosted services
Below is an organization of original bookmarks related to game development, assets, art, music, and learning.
Music and Sound Effects
| Website | What it’s for | How to use | Conditions of use |
|---|---|---|---|
| PeriTune | Free BGM, suitable for games, videos, TRPGs. | Search by style/mood, download, then record the song title and author. | Most can be used for free, but check individual track licenses and attribution requirements. |
| GD Music | Listen to/find usable music online. | Search keywords or filter by playlist. | Check the source and license on the site. |
| Freesound | Sound effects library, good for ambient sounds, action sounds, UI sounds. | Register, then search and download; filter by License. | Requires an account; each audio has a different License. |
| Pixabay Sound Effects | Free sound effects. | Directly search keywords and download. | Usually free, but still recommended to keep the source. |
| Nanshin Music Room | Fantasy-style free BGM, suitable for RPGs/visual novels. | Audition and download by tag. | Check the site’s terms of use; most require source retention. |
| Kuroyo’s Material Hut | Collection of commercial-use music materials. | Find BGM by category, read instructions before downloading. | Subject to the specific material page. |
| FreePD | Public Domain music. | Download by category. | Usually few restrictions, but still recommended to keep the source. |
| Clement Panchout Free Music Packs | Free music packs on itch.io. | Go to the project page and download the pack. | itch.io item page specifies price and License. |
| ChipTone | Generate 8-bit / Chiptune sound effects. | Adjust parameters, then export sound effects. | Free tool; check itch.io terms. |
| jsfxr | Generate retro game sound effects online. | Select type, fine-tune parameters, export as wav. | Free tool. |
| SONNISS GameAudioGDC | Large royalty-free game sound effects pack. | Download annual packs, find materials by folder. | Large file size; check SONNISS license terms. |
| Minecraft Sounds | Look up Minecraft sound effects. | Search sound effect names and preview. | Good for reference/learning, but be cautious about copyright if reusing in projects. |
| Composing Process/Tutorials | Playlist of music composition process tutorials. | Watch and take notes. | Tutorials are free, but content cannot be directly copied. |
| My Experience Learning Game Music Production | Reference for a game music learning path. | Treat as an introductory roadmap and tool list. | Article reading is free. |
| Suno | AI music generation. | Log in and generate demos using prompts. | Subject to account, credit, and commercial use restrictions. |
Game Assets & Resources
| Website | What it’s for | How to use | Conditions of use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Godot Shaders | Find Godot Shader effects. | Search keywords like water, fog, outlines, glitches. | Most code is usable, but still check the author’s License. |
| Godot Asset Store | Godot’s official new asset store. | Search for plugins, templates, 2D/3D assets. | Mix of free/paid, check licenses individually. |
| Godot Asset Library | Godot’s old asset library. | Filter by Godot version and category. | Subject to the License on the asset page. |
| Kenney Assets | High-quality free game assets. | Download by asset pack. | Usually very lenient, recommended to retain attribution. |
| OpenGameArt | Open-source game asset library. | Filter by type and License. | Licenses vary greatly, must check each one individually. |
| The Spriters Resource | Reference/study sprite sheets. | Search game names to view sprite sheets. | Mostly extracted assets, high risk for project reuse, better suited for learning and reference. |
| Game-icons.net | SVG/PNG game icons. | Search keywords, adjust colors, then export. | Usually CC BY, requires attribution. |
| SVG Repo | SVG icon library. | Search for icons, download SVG. | Each icon has a different License. |
| CraftPix Pixel Assets | Pixel game asset packs. | Filter by free/paid and type. | Mix of free/paid, check terms before commercial use. |
| free-game-assets.itch.io | itch.io free GUI, Sprites, Tilesets. | Go to specific entries to download. | Subject to the License on the item page. |
| Antipixel Games | itch.io pixel/game assets. | View item page preview and download. | Mix of free/paid. |
| BOOTH | Independent creator asset marketplace. | Search for assets, Live2D, 3D, small objects. | Mix of paid/free, Japanese terms need careful review. |
| Eagle Free Game Asset Organization | Asset website navigation article. | Use as a secondary entry point for resource sites. | The article itself is free, check specific resource sites for authorization. |
| 3D Resources | 3D software, assets, tutorial navigation. | Jump by software/asset/tutorial category. | Conditions vary by site. |
| Universal LPC Spritesheet Generator | Generate LPC-style character walk cycles. | Combine body, hair, clothes, then export. | LPC assets usually require open-source/attribution; still check descriptions after export. |
| Laigter | Generate normal maps from 2D images. | Import sprite, adjust lighting/normals, then export. | Check itch.io terms. |
| Shadertoy Chinese Tutorial | Shader introduction. | Start with chapter one and do small exercises. | Free to learn. |
| Inigo Quilez 2D SDF | SDF/Shader math reference. | Look up formulas when writing Shaders. | For learning and reference; check author’s notes for code reuse. |
| Godot Demo Projects | Official Godot demo projects. | Clone and view by feature. | Open-source project, check repository License. |
| Godot C/C++ Extension Debugging Article | Godot GDExtension learning reference. | Follow the article to configure C/C++ extension development environment. | Article is free. |
Art & Animation
| Website | What it’s for | How to use | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lospec Pixel Art: Where to Start | Pixel art beginner’s guide. | Read as a foundational learning article. | Free to read. |
| PoseMy.Art | Human body pose reference. | Adjust model poses, screenshot for reference. | Usually requires internet; for commercial use, check terms carefully. |
| Jitter | Online motion graphics/video design. | Create short motion graphics, UI animation drafts. | Requires an account, limited free tier. |
| PerfectPixel Processor | Pixel image processing tool. | Upload images for pixelation/processing. | Browser-based tool. |
| PixelGif | Pixel animation reference. | View frame-by-frame animation examples. | Mainly for reference and learning. |
| Pixel Art Run Animation Tutorial | Run animation tutorial. | Draw keyframes while watching. | Tutorial is free. |
| Pixel Art Boss Attack Tutorial | Boss attack animation tutorial. | Break down keyframes and special effect rhythm. | Tutorial is free. |
| Pixel Art Generator | Image to pixel art tool. | Generate draft, then manually refine. | AI/online tool, check terms before commercial use. |
| Pixel Nova | AI pixel art generation/tool. | Generate inspiration images or initial drafts. | Check quotas and licensing. |
| Bai Xiao Classroom | Art and design inspiration library. | View tutorials, references, and inspiration. | On-site content conditions vary. |
| The Dots CSS Loaders Collection | CSS loading animation reference. | Copy CSS, then modify according to project style. | Check on-site licensing instructions. |
Learning & Development
| Website | What it’s for | How to use | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS50x 2025 | Introductory computer science course. | Start with assignments from Week 0. | Free public course. |
| Game Developer Roadmap | Game development roadmap. | Check branches for gaps and fill them. | Free to view. |
| LearnOpenGL | Intro to OpenGL/graphics. | Write code along with chapters. | Free English tutorial. |
| CS Self-study Guide | Self-study roadmap for computer courses. | Pick courses by direction. | Free navigation. |
| freeCodeCamp Chinese | Basic programming exercises. | Choose a course and complete levels. | Free account. |
| labuladong Algorithms | Algorithm learning. | Practice problems by topic. | Open-source content, check repository License. |
| The Art of Command Line | Command line tips. | Use as a quick reference. | Open-source content. |
| IndieGameHub | Indie game development resources. | Browse articles/resources by topic. | Free access. |
| Indieloop | Indie game learning/community portal. | Check sections and resource collections. | Check site requirements. |
| Software Development Study Notes | Software/game development notes. | Read by topic. | Free access. |
| Paper2Galgame | Project on converting papers to visual novels. | Check project ideas and demo. | Check project description. |
| University Resource Network | Portal for self-improvement course resources. | Search for courses/skill topics. | Pay attention to resource source and copyright. |
| Lifelong Education Platform | Public learning platform. | Choose courses to study. | May require an account. |
| English Learning Resource Navigation | Navigation for English learning materials. | Find tools categorized by listening, speaking, reading, writing. | Conditions vary by site. |
| MuscleWiki Chinese | Fitness exercise reference. | Look up exercises by muscle group. | Free access. |
AI and Efficiency
| Website | What it’s for | How to use | Conditions of use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google AI Studio | Gemini model debugging and prototyping. | Log in to start a prompt / test API key. | Google account; quotas and regions may be restricted. |
| Google Gemini | AI conversation and generation. | Log in to chat. | Google account; features affected by region/quotas. |
| Grok | AI conversation. | Log in to use. | Account/subscription restrictions. |
| Flowith | Agentic workspace. | Organize AI workflows with nodes/canvas. | Account and quota restrictions. |
| ClawHub | AI Agent/skill-related tools. | Browse skills and tools. | Refer to in-site instructions. |
| skill0 | Agent Skills marketplace. | Search for skills, learn how to write them. | Account/free features as per site. |
| Civitai | Generative image models/resources. | Search for models, LoRA, prompt references. | Account, content policy, model license need to be checked carefully. |
| ElevenLabs / 11labs | Text-to-speech. | Enter text, select voice to generate. | Account/quota/commercial use restrictions. |
| Suno | AI music generation. | Use prompts to generate songs or demos. | Account/quota/commercial use restrictions. |
| Awesome ChatGPT Prompts | Prompt collection. | Search for scenarios, adapt to your own task templates. | Open-source repo, check License. |
| system-prompts-and-models-of-ai-tools | AI tool system prompt resources. | For studying product and Agent design. | For learning and research only; do not copy sensitive content directly. |
| awesome-openclaw-skills | OpenClaw skill collection. | See categories and skill organization methods. | Open-source repo, check License. |
| agency-agents | AI Agent role library. | Learn multi-Agent division of labor and prompt structure. | Open-source repo, check License. |
| claude-desktop-app | Claude desktop assistant project. | See implementation or run locally. | Requires Claude API, pay attention to key security. |
| free-llm-api-resources | List of free LLM API resources. | Do your research, don’t just push production traffic to it. | Free resources are unstable; self-check security and terms. |
| HuntScreens | AI tool/product discovery. | Find new tools by category. | Navigation site, conditions vary for each tool. |
| Inferri | AI open-source project navigation. | Search for projects and trends. | Navigation site, Licenses vary for each project. |
| AIHOT | AI tool navigation. | Check by category. | Navigation site, conditions vary for each tool. |
| AIPlus | AI conversation site. | Log in or try directly. | Stability, quotas, and privacy need to be self-checked. |
Useful Tools
| Website | What it’s for | How to use | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| draw.io | Draw flowcharts, architecture diagrams. | Online drawing or connect to cloud storage. | Free; choose your own save location. |
| DownGit | Download GitHub repository subdirectories. | Paste GitHub folder link. | Free tool. |
| FrameRonin | Convert video to image sequence. | Upload video, export frames. | Browser/web tool, mind performance for large files. |
| FrameRonin GitHub 版 | Same as above, alternative access. | Same as above. | Free tool. |
| Laigter | 2D normal map generation. | Import image, adjust parameters, export. | itch.io terms. |
| 好拼 | Image stitching, long images. | Upload images, choose layout. | Online tool, be cautious with sensitive images. |
| Firefox Relay | Email alias protection. | Generate alias after logging in. | Requires Firefox/Mozilla account, limited free quota. |
| 2FA 验证码生成 | TOTP testing/temporary viewing. | Enter key to generate verification code. | Not recommended to enter real keys for important accounts. |
| keybr | Typing practice. | Short daily practice. | Free account. |
| 摸鱼工具库 | Navigation for practical/fun tools. | Find tools by category. | Conditions vary for each tool. |
| 油小猴 | Browser script/tool sharing. | Search for scripts or tutorials. | Read source code and comments before installing scripts. |
| 大学生活质量指北 | Collection of university life tools/information. | Check by section. | Free access. |
| Resumeily | Online resume generation. | Choose template, fill content, export. | Free/paid features as per site. |
| WonderCV | Chinese resume creation. | Choose template, write resume. | Account required, some features paid. |
| 游鲨游戏行业资料共享文档 | Gaming industry resources. | View as a resource portal. | Kingsoft Docs access conditions may change. |
| TapTapSDK 文档 | TapTap SDK integration reference. | Follow documentation to check SDK process. | Yuque access conditions may change. |
Navigation & Collections
| Website | What it’s for | How to use | Conditions of use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moshangzhu’s Collected Resource Websites | Indie game resource navigation. | As a secondary resource entry point. | Conditions vary by site. |
| FreeDw Resource Library | Collection of practical websites. | Search categorized articles. | Conditions vary by site. |
| Jundajun’s Indie Dev Tool Site | Collection of indie development tools. | Search by tool type. | Free access. |
| Flower of Mountains and Seas | Resource/tool navigation. | Use as an entry point for filtering. | Conditions vary by site. |
| Muxi i Resource Collection Navigation | Anime, novel, music, game navigation. | Find sites by category. | Pay attention to copyright and source. |
| ACG Navigation Site | ACG website navigation. | Jump by category. | Conditions vary by site. |
| ACGN Navigation | Anime/Manga/Game website navigation. | Jump by category. | Conditions vary by site. |
| PanHunt | Cloud drive tool navigation. | Check tool entry points. | Pay attention to resource copyright and account security. |
| Captain’s Resources | Resource navigation/collection. | Use as an entry point to browse. | Conditions vary by site. |
Communities & Articles
| Website | What it’s for | How to use | Conditions of use |
|---|---|---|---|
| LINUX DO | Tech community. | Read posts, ask questions, discuss tools. | Account required, community rules are strict. |
| indienova Indie Games | Indie game articles. | Search for development experience and interviews. | Mainly free to read. |
Future Maintenance
- New resources go into the browser’s bookmark bar first, then regularly export HTML and organize them here.
- For commercially usable assets, create a separate
Licensetable; don’t rely solely on memory. - The 20 most frequently used resources can later be made into a blog sidebar or main site cards.
My Creative Resources Index
https://blog.sayori.org/en/posts/resource-index/ Some information may be outdated