ChatGPT Images 2.6 Can Do Things We've Never Seen! (Gifs + Sprites)
Images 2.6 can turn images or sprite sheets into GIFs while generally preserving the source character and following detailed visual instructions.
- Create a character image, then ask Images 2.6 to animate a specific action such as waving and blinking.
- For game art, request a seamless looping character animation; the test also produced a sprite sheet.
- Give precise layout and content instructions, then iterate: outputs still need checking for visual errors and unintended details.
Side-by-side examples show animation results and how the models handle detailed instructions. · Best for: People creating GIFs, game assets, thumbnails, infographics, or other images with AI.
The video tests Images 2.6's GIF and sprite-sheet generation, then compares its still-image results with Nano Banana. The creator finds the animation and instruction-following promising, while noting flaws such as awkward logo placement and visual glitches.
What Images 2.6 promises0:00
- The overview highlights GIF animation, faster image generation, localized image edits, SVG support, and sprite sheets.
- Suggested uses include mascot animations, social reactions, and animated storyboards.
Character and product GIF tests2:39
- A robot PNG was animated to wave and blink while retaining its original look.
- A rotating bottle kept its requested logo visible, but the logo looked pasted onto the bottle.
- A dancing cat GIF worked, though the creator found it unremarkable.
Game sprites and longer animation3:32
- A prompt for a pixel knight walking in a seamless loop produced both a character and a sprite map.
- A paper-airplane test showed a mostly static background and some glitches.
- The creator discussed generating a longer MP4 at 120 fps, but did not run that test.
Menu and thumbnail comparison5:17
- On a menu prompt, both models got the text and prices right; Images 2.6 added realistic food pictures rather than a chalkboard-style presentation.
- The creator preferred Images 2.6's thumbnail layout, text placement, and use of the VS Code logo.
Infographic and puzzle comparison7:48
- The rocket infographic from Images 2.6 better matched the requested sequence and kept the rocket's path around Earth coherent.
- For a puzzle with one missing corner piece, Images 2.6 placed the piece where requested and made it appear to fit; Nano Banana did not.
Takeaway9:36
- The creator sees detailed instruction-following and iterative editing as important strengths.
- The video is an early review, and the creator says further testing is still needed.
Step by step
- Create or provide a source character image, such as a PNG.
- Ask Images 2.6 to animate a specific action, such as waving and blinking.
- For game art, request a seamless loop and check whether the result includes a usable sprite map.
- Review the frames for visual consistency, glitches, and whether important details such as logos remain correct.
Tools & resources mentioned
- ChatGPT Images 2.6 — used to generate and animate images, GIFs, and sprite assets.
- Nano Banana — used as the comparison image generator.
- VS Code logo — included in the requested thumbnail example.
Notes are AI-generated from the video's transcript and may miss nuance.