Apple has announced its top apps and games for 2024, honoring developers who have created exceptional experiences that improve users' lives and impact culture worldwide. The App Store Awards recognize outstanding achievements in app development, with a focus on innovative user experience (UX) designs.

The winners were chosen from 45 finalists by Apple's App Store Editors, who looked for apps that showcase the power of Apple devices to deliver remarkable experiences. "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," said Tim Cook, Apple's CEO.

The winners demonstrate the incredible ingenuity that can be unlocked through apps, providing a glimpse into the future of app development. Here are the top apps and games of 2024:

Best Apps

  • iPhone App of the Year: Kino, from Lux Optics Inc.
  • iPad App of the Year: Moises, from Moises Systems Inc.
  • Mac App of the Year: Adobe Lightroom, from Adobe Inc.
  • Apple Vision Pro App of the Year: What If…? An Immersive Story, from Marvel Studios, ILM Immersive, and Disney+
  • Apple Watch App of the Year: Lumy, from Raja V
  • Apple TV App of the Year: F1 TV, from Formula One Digital Media Limited

Best Games

  • iPhone Game of the Year: AFK Journey, from Farlight Games
  • iPad Game of the Year: Squad Busters, from Supercell
  • Mac Game of the Year: Thank Goodness You’re Here!, from Panic, Inc.
  • Apple Vision Pro Game of the Year: THRASER: Arcade Odyssey, from Puddle, LLC
  • Apple Arcade Game of the Year: Balatro+, from Playstack Ltd

Cultural Impact Winners

These apps and games have made a significant impact on users' lives, showcasing innovative UX designs that improve accessibility, learning, and entertainment. The winners include:

  • Oko from AYES BV: Helps users who are blind or have low vision navigate city streets.
  • EF Hello from Signum International AG: Integrates a systematic learning approach to support language learners of all levels using AI.
  • DailyArt from Zuzanna Stanska: Connects users to exceptional artwork across centuries and movements.
  • NYT Games from The New York Times Company: Connects family and friends across generations with a variety of fun and simple daily games.
  • The Wreck from The Pixel Hunt: An interactive narrative that depicts the mind's inner struggles when facing a crisis.
  • Do You Really Want to Know 2 from Gamtropy Co., Ltd: Explores the nuances of living with HIV, offering users local resources and educational materials

As Apple continues to innovate and improve user experience, these award-winning apps and games set a high standard for what's possible in app development.