Announcing the Top Mobile App and Game Finalists for the App Store Awards
Throughout the year, our expert App Store Editors scoured the vast iOS and iPadOS app ecosystems to identify the most innovative, user-friendly, and visually appealing mobile apps and games. The highly anticipated App Store Awards are a celebration of these top-tier digital experiences that have improved people's lives and showcased the highest levels of technical innovation, user experience, and design.
Narrowing down the countless outstanding iOS apps and games to just a few finalists was an immense challenge, but we're proud to honor the 45 remarkable finalists for this year's App Store Awards. Congratulations to all of them!
The winners of the App Store Awards will be announced in the coming weeks.
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Finalists for iPhone App of the Year
Kino, Runna, Tripsy
Capture stunning iPhone videos, tailor your fitness training plans, or put together unforgettable travel itineraries with this year's standout iPhone apps.
Finalists for iPhone Game of the Year
AFK Journey, The WereCleaner, Zenless Zone Zero
Engage in cinematic iPhone game battles against otherworldly creatures, become a master magician, or keep the office tidy while gobbling up coworkers. Experience the best of iPhone gaming with our finalists.
Finalists for iPad App of the Year
Bluey: Let's Play!, Moises, Procreate Dreams
Discover AI-powered iPad music apps, powerful iPad drawing apps, and delightfully creative iPad playset apps. These finalists have inspired us to explore new realms of digital creativity.
Finalists for iPad Game of the Year
Assassin's Creed Mirage, Disney Speedstorm, Squad Busters
Become a fearless assassin, race high-speed karts, and battle burly barbarians in these action-packed iPad games that have captivated us.
Finalists for Mac App of the Year
Adobe Lightroom, OmniFocus 4, Shapr3D
Manage your photos with AI-powered Mac photo editing apps, break down complex projects into manageable tasks with Mac productivity apps, and create stunning 3D models with Mac design apps. These powerful yet accessible tools have impressed us greatly.
Finalists for Mac Game of the Year
Frostpunk 2, Stray, Thank Goodness You're Here!
Explore a robot city as a curious cat, help civilization survive an icy apocalypse, or embark on an absurdly funny adventure in our favorite Mac games of the year.
Finalists for Apple Arcade Game of the Year
Balatro+, Outlanders 2, Sonic Dream Team
Experience thrilling Apple Arcade games that transport you through twisted dreamscapes, let you build charming towns, and rewrite the rules of poker.
Finalists for Apple Vision Pro App of the Year
JigSpace, NBA, What If...? An Immersive Story
We were captivated by the immersive experiences offered by these Apple Vision Pro apps, which let us explore hoops heaven, save the universe alongside Marvel heroes, and interact with remarkably realistic 3D models.
Finalists for Apple Vision Pro Game of the Year
Loóna, Thrasher, Vacation Simulator
Steer a gigantic eel, piece together a meditative spatial puzzle, and go on a getaway with goofy robots in the most innovative Apple Vision Pro games.
Finalists for Apple Watch App of the Year
LookUp, Lumy, Watch to 5K
Enhance your vocabulary, capture stunning portraits, and track your fitness goals with these standout Apple Watch apps.
Finalists for Apple TV App of the Year
Dropout, F1 TV, Zoom
Enjoy a variety of entertainment, from finding your favorite funny shows to experiencing the thrill of Formula 1 racing, all on the big screen with these Apple TV apps.
Finalists for Cultural Impact
Arco, The Bear, BetterSleep, Brawl Stars, DailyArt, Do You Really Want to Know 2, EF Hello, NYT Games, Oko, Partiful, Pinterest, The Wreck
These finalists have made a lasting impact by telling powerful stories, helping us improve our well-being, and celebrating the arts in innovative ways across various iOS apps and games.