Apple has announced the winners of the 2024 App Store Awards, recognizing 17 apps and games for their outstanding contributions to the App Store. The awards highlight apps and games that showcase innovation, user experience, and design excellence across Apple devices.
This year’s winners include a mix of independent developers and established teams whose work has demonstrated significant cultural and practical impact. The winners were selected by App Store Editors from a group of 45 finalists.
2024 App Store Award Categories and Winners
Apps
- iPhone App of the Year: Kino (Lux Optics Inc.) – Provides cinematic filters and advanced controls for photography.
- iPad App of the Year: Moises (Moises Systems Inc.) – Empowers musicians with AI-powered tools for honing their craft.
- Mac App of the Year: Adobe Lightroom (Adobe Inc.) – Offers advanced photo editing capabilities.
- Apple Vision Pro App of the Year: What If…? An Immersive Story (Marvel Studios, ILM Immersive, Disney+) – Delivers spatial storytelling experiences.
- Apple Watch App of the Year: Lumy (Raja V.) – Supports users in tracking sunlight patterns.
- Apple TV App of the Year: F1 TV (Formula One Digital Media Limited) – Enhances race-viewing experiences.
Games
- iPhone Game of the Year: AFK Journey (Farlight Games) – Features tactical adventures and a rich storyline.
- iPad Game of the Year: Squad Busters (Supercell) – Introduces competitive multiplayer gameplay.
- Mac Game of the Year: Thank Goodness You’re Here! (Panic, Inc.) – Offers interactive skits and humor.
- Apple Vision Pro Game of the Year: THRASHER: Arcade Odyssey (Puddle, LLC) – Explores cosmic-themed worlds.
- Apple Arcade Game of the Year: Balatro+ (Playstack Ltd.) – Reinvents traditional card game mechanics.
Cultural Impact Winners
In addition to app and game categories, six winners were recognized for their cultural contributions, emphasizing themes of accessibility, education, and connection:
- Oko (AYES BV) – Assists individuals with visual impairments in navigating urban environments.
- EF Hello (Signum International AG) – Uses AI to enhance language learning for users of all levels.
- DailyArt (Zuzanna Stanska) – Connects users with art history and cultural exploration.
- NYT Games (The New York Times Company) – Encourages family bonding through simple, engaging games.
- The Wreck (The Pixel Hunt) – Explores personal crises through interactive storytelling.
- Do You Really Want to Know 2 (Gamtropy Co., Ltd.) – Provides educational resources for HIV awareness.
“We are thrilled to honor this impressive group of developers who are harnessing the power of Apple devices and technology to deliver experiences that enrich the lives of users and have a profound impact on their communities,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. “The remarkable achievements of this year’s winners demonstrate the incredible ingenuity that can be unlocked through apps.”
Pokdepinion: Congratulations to all the winners.
