We finally know what they are for Apple the best apps and games of the year for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and, for the first time, for Apple Vision Pro They announced it through their usual annual press release and, of course, all content can be downloaded from the App Store.
This was done in a compilation similar to that of 2023, in which three applications and games are added in each category, except for the Apple Watch in which only the applications stand out. Also included are the best Apple Arcade games and, as usual, a list of applications and games that stand out for their contribution to society thanks to the proposal they bring.
Best iPhone Apps and Games of 2024
Finalists for Best iPhone App
Finalists for Best iPhone Game
- AFK travel: a good mix between world simulator and RPG with epic combat (download from App Store).
- The Were Cleaner: a title to promote creativity without leaving aside the comic part (download from the App Store).
- Zero zone without zen: a game that Apple promotes to immerse players in action-packed stories (download from the App Store).
Best iPad Apps and Games of 2024
Finalists for Best iPad App
- Bluey: Let's play!: the official game of the famous television series which entertains young and old (download from the App Store).
- Moses: stands out by offering a powerful music editing tool powered by artificial intelligence (download in the App Store).
- Procreate dreams: an old knowledge that stands out for being an excellent tool for creating 2D animations (download in the App Store).
Finalists for Best iPad Game
- Assassin's Creed Mirage: The popular iPad version of this title is a narrative adventure that earned Apple an award (download from the App Store).
- Disney Speed Storm– A racing game for the whole family with the best characters from Disney films (download from the App Store).
- Squad Busters: a combination of strategy and competition for a fighting game with characters from 'Clash of Clans' (download from App Store).
Best Apple Arcade games of 2024
- Balatro+: There was no doubt that this card game would be in the selection given how it managed to make an excellent mix between solitaire and poker (download from the App Store).
- Strangers 2– The sequel to this popular game offers new graphics and new adventures for this now classic style of farm creation and defense game (download in the App Store).
- Sonic Dream Team: Sonic and his friends are the protagonists of a new, extremely addictive racing game (downloadable from the App Store).
Best Mac Apps and Games of 2024
Finalists for Best App for Mac
- Bright Room: takes the popular Adobe photo editing application with its recent AI improvements (download in the App Store).
- OmniFocus4: This is the fourth version of the famous minimalist task and notes manager that does not lack any detail for productivity (download in the App Store).
- Shapr3D: one of the most powerful tools for creating three-dimensional renderings (download in the App Store).
Finalists for Best Mac Game
- Frtostpunk 2: an exciting title in which you put yourself in the shoes of a leader who must grow the city and protect it from enemies and conflicts of interest (download from the App Store).
- Wander: With very good graphics, this game has as its protagonist a stray cat who reveals the mysteries of the forgotten city (download from the App Store).
- Thank God you are here!: a hilarious cartoon-style platform game made by and for lovers of absurd humor (download from the App Store).
Best Apple Watch Apps of 2024
- Seek: a special dictionary that teaches a new word or definition in English every day to learn or improve our vocabulary in the language of Shakespeare (download in the App Store).
- Lumy: a decisive proposal to adapt our pace of life to sunrise and sunset (download from the App Store).
- WatchTo5K: an ideal companion for recording and encouraging runners' races (download in the App Store).
Best Apps and Games for Apple Vision Pro of 2024
Finalists for Best App for Apple Vision Pro
- Template space: one of the first and most powerful applications for creating 3D models and viewing them in virtual reality with a size identical to the real one (download in the App Store).
- NBA app– The best plugin to follow NBA matches with statistics, replays and much more in real time (download from the App Store).
- What if…? An immersive story: From the hand of Marvel comes this excellent visual and immersive adventure with which you can interact with the characters of the franchise and immerse yourself in their stories (download in the App Store).
Finalists for Best Game for Apple Vision Pro
- Dive: a very simple and relaxing game thanks to its 3D puzzle game mechanics (download from the App Store).
- THRASHER: Arcade Odyssey: an exploration game of alien lands with fascinating graphics that captivate you from the first minute (download in the App Store).
- Vacation simulator: No, it's not about taking you to virtual environments of realistic paradise beaches, but rather a game in which you can enjoy a lively vacation experience with numerous missions to complete (download from the App Store ).
Best Apps for Apple TV of 2024
- DEPOSIT: a streaming platform present in countries such as the United States and which is full of humorous content (download from the App Store).
- F1 Television: This is the official Formula 1 app and brings together racing-related content, driver interviews, statistics and much more (download in the App Store).
- Zoom: After the arrival of FaceTime on Apple TVs, Zoom also debuted with a good adaptation in which using the camera of an iPad or iPhone allows you to find yourself on the big screen (download in the App Store).
2024 Cultural Impact Finalists
In this last category, Apple selects a series of applications in which it values their good impact on society. This year, there are twelve elected.
- Bow: an RPG game that highlights the possibility for each player to shape their own story (download from the App Store).
- Sleep better: another notable sleep app, in this case for its wide range of relaxing sounds (download in the App Store).
- BrawlStars: an exceptional game whose games do not exceed three minutes and is distinguished by its fast action (download from the App Store).
- Daily air: an application designed to arouse curiosity about the most recognized artistic works in history (download from the App Store).
- Do you really want to know 2: A popular app that helps you understand HIV and get rid of society's misperceptions (download from the App Store).
- EF Hello: learn English: Already in its title we can see what the idea of this application is, enriched in learning thanks to artificial intelligence (download in the App Store).
- New York Times Games: the famous pastimes of The New York Times newspaper transferred to digital format and guaranteeing hours of entertainment while exercising the mind (download from the App Store).
- About: a different mapping application that aims to help people with vision or mobility problems move around in a safe and accessible environment (download in the App Store).
- Partiful: an application designed to organize social gatherings, from creating invitations to serving as a file in which to add photos and videos of the event (download in the App Store).
- Pinterest: little to say about this social network well known for sharing images and that Apple stands out for new inspiring ideas (download in the App Store).
- The wreck: a three-dimensional visual novel for adults whose intimate and shocking story captivates everyone who enjoys it (download from the App Store).
- The bear– Featured mini-game offering simple and relaxing bedtime adventures (download from the App Store).
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