Sprite Kit Texture Atlas: Define Image Format (RGBA4444, RGB565, …)

Question

How do I define the image format of a Texture Atlas in Sprite Kit?

For example, I want to set RGBA4444 or RGB565 as the output format to reduce memory usage. (Like

Answer 1

In your project build settings you can find Output Texture Atlas Format.

Step by step:

1. In the Editor area, select your project and click Build Settings.
2. Type Sprite in the search field, and press Return.
3. Just set it to desired format: