Every year, Apple recognizes the most innovative and well-designed apps and games with its prestigious Apple Design Awards. The awards factor in innovation, ingenuity, technical achievement, and overall design, while deciding on the winners.Â
The Apple Design Awards 2024 took place on June 7, 2024, and awarded 14 apps and games for their excellence. In this article, we will take a look at the complete list of winners.Â
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Apple Design Awards 2024: Winners List
Out of the 42 finalists, these apps and games were chosen as the winners. Let’s take a look at them:
Delight and Fun
Developer: Isuru Wanasinghe, Australia
Platforms: iPhone, iPad, Mac
Bears Gratitude is a journaling app that helps you maintain a daily gratitude practice. With its cute bear characters and thoughtful design, it makes self-reflection enjoyable and engaging.
Developer: The New York Times Company, USA
Platforms: iPhone, iPad
NYT Games offers a diverse range of games, including classic crosswords and new hits like Connections. It’s known for its user-friendly interface and the ever-popular Wordle.
Inclusivity
Developer: AYES, Belgium
Platform: iPhone
oko provides essential audio and haptic feedback for pedestrians, helping those with low or no vision navigate lighted signals safely. It excels in accessibility with perfect VoiceOver and Dynamic Type integration.
Developer: RED GAMES CO, LLC, USA
Platforms: iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro
Crayola Adventures offers inclusive character-creation options and full narration, making it accessible and enjoyable for all ages. Activities include decoration, puzzles, and storybooks.
Innovation
Developer: Savage Interactive Pty Ltd, Australia
Platform: iPad
Procreate Dreams sets a new standard for 2D animation on iPad. It features intuitive controls, extensive brush libraries, and multitouch interactions, making it perfect for both seasoned animators and beginners.
Developer: Happy Juice Games, Israel
Platforms: iPhone, iPad, Apple Vision Pro
Lost in Play is a visually stunning game that feels like a graphic novel come to life. It offers imaginative worlds, charming characters, and engaging mini-games.
Interaction
Developer: Devin Davies, New Zealand
Platforms: iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple Vision Pro
Crouton is a well-organized recipe app that makes it easy to store recipes, create grocery lists, and follow step-by-step instructions in the kitchen.
Developer: Floppy Club ApS, Denmark
Platforms: iPhone, iPad
Rytmos is a rhythm game inspired by world music. You solve puzzles to create pathways that contribute to evolving songs, combining simple gestures with compelling gameplay.
Social Impact
Gentler Streak Fitness Tracker
Developer: Gentler Stories d.o.o., Slovenia
Platforms: iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Gentler Streak focuses on both physical and mental health. It offers a user-friendly design and organized health data, encouraging progress and well-being without harsh comparisons.
Developer: The Pixel Hunt, France
Platforms: iPhone, iPad
The Wreck is a visual novel that explores deep themes like sisterhood and grief. It features beautifully written narratives and thought-provoking choices.
Visuals and Graphics
Developer: Things Inc., USA
Platforms: iPhone, iPad
Rooms is an 8-bit creativity platform where you can build scenes, play games, and interact with others’ creations. Its retro visuals and interactions are both quirky and engaging.
Developer: NEOWIZ Corporation, South Korea
Platform: Mac
Lies of P is a beautifully rendered game that reimagines the tale of Pinocchio. It offers stunning visuals, customizable graphics, and a haunting soundtrack.
Spatial Computing
Developer: Algoriddim GmbH, Germany
Platforms: Apple Vision Pro, iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch
djay pro is an immersive DJ app that uses high-quality turntables and interactive effects to create a unique music experience. It excels in creating a “flow state” for DJs.
Developer: Shapes and Stories, USA
Platform: Apple Vision Pro
Blackbox challenges you to think creatively with its spatial puzzles. It offers engaging surprises and a unique approach to the spatial canvas.
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