adminThe 2026 Apple Design Awards recognize apps and games that showcase creativity, thoughtful design and engaging experiences across Apple platforms. This year’s winners include Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition for Mac and Blue Prince, alongside a diverse group of apps and games selected from 36 global finalists.
2026 Apple Design Awards highlights
Apple selected one app and one game in each of six categories. The awards span areas such as visual design, accessibility, interaction and social impact, offering a snapshot of the different ways developers are building for Apple devices.
Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition took the game award for Visuals and Graphics. The Mac release was recognized for its technical demands and visual ambition. Blue Prince received the Interaction Award, while Is This Seat Taken? won in Delight and Fun across iOS, iPadOS and macOS.
Apple vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations Susan Prescott described the winners as examples of developers creating exceptional experiences. She also highlighted their intuitive features, engaging gameplay and contribution to people’s lives.
Image credit: CD Projekt Red
Complete list of 2026 Apple Design Awards winners
Delight and Fun
- App: Grug (Ocho)
- Game: Is This Seat Taken? (Poti Poti Studio)
Innovation
- App: Guitar Wiz (Bijoy Thangaraj)
- Game: Pine Hearts (Hyper Luminal Games)
Interaction
- App: NBA: Live Games & Scores (National Basketball Association)
- Game: Blue Prince (Dogubomb)
Inclusivity
- App: Moonlitt: Moon Phase Tracker (Flipping Hues Srls)
- Game: Sago Mini Jinja’s Garden (Sago Mini)
Social Impact
- App: Primary: News in Depth (Wood Metal Rocks)
- Game: Consume Me (Jenny Jiao Hsia and AP Thomson)
Visuals and Graphics
- App: Tide Guide: Charts & Tables (Condor Digital)
- Game: Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition (CD Projekt Red)
What the awards recognize
The six categories highlight different aspects of app and game design. For readers comparing the winners, the category names offer a useful starting point: Visuals and Graphics focuses on presentation, Interaction on how people engage with a product, and Inclusivity on experiences designed for a broad range of users. The awards also recognize entertainment, innovation and social impact.
Several other nominated titles included Ball x Pit by Kenny Sun Studios, PowerWash Simulator by FuturLab, Civilization 7 by Firaxis Games, and Despelote by Julián Cordero and Sebastian Valbuena. Their inclusion among the nominees reflects the range of apps and games considered alongside the winners.
Why the 2026 Apple Design Awards matter
The 2026 Apple Design Awards bring attention to work across multiple platforms and creative disciplines. For anyone looking for an app or game to explore, the winners list provides a curated set of titles recognized for specific qualities rather than a single overall ranking. Check each title’s platform availability and requirements before downloading, particularly for games designed for Mac.
With Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition recognized for its graphics and Blue Prince honored for interaction, the 2026 Apple Design Awards showcase distinct approaches to design. The complete list also highlights winners across all six categories, from useful apps to imaginative games.
