The finalists for the 2024 App Store Awards were recently announced.45 apps and games, and also joined the annual Vision Pro App project for the first time. Apple officially announced the final 12 award winners today (11/17). Among them, "Kino" launched by Lux Optics was selected as the iPhone App of the Year, and "Love Says Don't Say 2" from the Taiwanese development team Gamtropy, which uses cute interactive stories to dispel misunderstandings about HIV, was selected as one of the winners of the Cultural Impact of the Year.
The 17 apps and games selected this time have changed users' lives and influenced cultures around the world. They also help users unleash their creativity, achieve new milestones, and cherish time with family and friends.
Kino brings cinematic life to users with its film-inspired filters and advanced controls, Moises empowers iPad musicians to hone their craft with powerful AI tools, and Lightroom excels on the Mac with its revolutionary photo editing features.
Lumy on Apple Watch helps users embrace the rhythm of the sun and discover the beauty of each day, while F1 TV offers racing fans an immersive viewing experience at home.
Among the game awards, "AFK Journey" offers iPhone players a dynamic tactical adventure with a rich storyline, "Squad Busters" combines competitive fun with heartwarming style through thrilling multiplayer gameplay, and "Thank Goodness You're Here!" delivers non-stop laughter with its fun and hilarious skits. On Apple Arcade, "Balatro+" reinvents the rules of the card game with each new hand of cards users receive.
In the newly added Vision Pro category, inaugural winners challenged the boundaries of spatial computing through immersive experiences and intuitive controls. "What If...? An Immersive Story" ushers users into the Marvel Universe, exploring endless possibilities, while "THRASHER: Arcade Odyssey" transports players into a vibrant universe through visuals and sound.
In addition to recognizing apps and games across all Apple devices, App Store editors also selected six Cultural Impact Award winners to recognize the lasting impact these apps and games have had on users' lives and communities. This year's award winners empower users to explore new avenues of knowledge, foster connections between friends and family, and promote a more accessible world.
The 2024 App Store Award winners are as follows:
• iPhone App of the Year: Kino, by Lux Optics.
• iPad App of the Year: Moises, from Moises Systems.
• Mac App of the Year: Adobe Lightroom, by Adobe.
• Vision Pro App of the Year: “What If…? An Immersive Story,” by Disney.
• Apple Watch App of the Year: Lumy, by Raja V.
• Apple TV App of the Year: F1 TV, presented by Formula One Digital Media.
• iPhone Game of the Year: AFK Journey, released by Farlight Games.
• iPad Game of the Year: Wreck-It Ralph, released by Supercell.
• Mac Game of the Year: Thank Goodness You're Here!, from Panic, Inc.
• Vision Pro Game of the Year: THRASHER: Arcade Odyssey, from Puddle, LLC.
• Apple Arcade Game of the Year: Balatro+, from Playstack Ltd.
Cultural Influence of the Year winners:
• Oko, presented by AYES BV
Oko combines innovation and simplicity to help people who are blind or have low vision navigate city streets with confidence.
• EF Hello, presented by Signum International AG
Powered by AI, EF Hello integrates a systematic learning approach to support language learners at all levels, helping them strengthen their communication skills and interact more effectively with the world around them.
• DailyArt, presented by Zuzanna Stanska
DailyArt helps users learn about outstanding artworks across centuries and movements, and stimulates their thirst for knowledge and curiosity.
• NYT Games, presented by The New York Times Company
NYT Games provides a great start to the day, connecting families and friends of all generations through a variety of fun and simple everyday games.
• The Wreck, presented by The Pixel Hunt
"The Wreck" uses cinematic scenes and interactive narratives to depict the inner struggle in the face of crisis.
• "Love Says or Not 2," presented by Gamtropy Co., Ltd.
"Love Says, Don't Say 2" explores the nuances of living with HIV at all levels, providing users with local resources and educational materials to have relevant conversations with family and friends.
