Meet the winners and finalists

For over a decade, we’ve taken a moment at the end of the year to celebrate the very best and most impactful apps and games on the App Store — and the developers behind them.

With so much innovation and creativity across the App Store worldwide, selecting just a few apps and games is no easy task.

That’s why this year we’re proud to honor outstanding winners and finalists. Congratulations to them all!

Apps of the Year

Congratulations to the incredible developers who built this year’s App of the Year winners and finalists. They helped us discover more ways to explore the world, learn new skills, and tap into creativity through multiple mediums.

iPhone App of the Year

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iPad App of the Year

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Mac App of the Year

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Apple Watch App of the Year

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Apple TV App of the Year

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App of the Year

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Games of the Year

Spanning blockbusters and indies alike, this year’s Game of the Year winners and finalists did more than entertain. Through creative twists, touching storytelling, and thrilling competition, they immersed us in worlds that showed off the breadth of the genre’s artistry.

iPhone Game of the Year

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iPad Game of the Year

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Mac Game of the Year

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iPhone Game of the Year (China mainland)

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Game of the Year

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Cultural Impact

By telling little known stories that deserve to be heard and helping us care for ourselves and loved ones, these apps and games improved the world for us all.

Winners

Finalists

Apple Arcade Game of the Year

Apple Arcade delivered endless entertainment this year. Embroider beautiful patterns, explore a sprawling metropolis, and make adorable friends on a tropical island.

Finalists