Apple Reveals 2026 Apple Design Awards Winners

Apple has announced the winners of the 2026 Apple Design Awards just days before WWDC 2026, highlighting 12 standout apps and games that deliver exceptional experiences across the company's platforms. The awards recognize developers who push the boundaries of design, innovation, accessibility, and user experience on Apple devices. According to Apple, this year's winners showcase how developers continue to create engaging products that improve everyday experiences through thoughtful design and advanced technology. 2026 Apple Design Awards Winners Apple selected one app and one game winner in each of six categories. Delight and Fun Apps and games in this category deliver memorable and enjoyable experiences. App: grug Game: Is This Seat Taken? Inclusivity This category recognizes products that serve people from different backgrounds, abilities, and languages. App: Guitar Wiz Game: Pine Hearts Innovation These winners use Apple technologies in creative ways to deliver unique experiences. App: NBA: Live Games & Scores Game: Blue Prince Interaction This category highlights intuitive interfaces and controls designed specifically for Apple platforms. App: Moonlitt: Moon Phase Tracker Game: Sago Mini Jinja’s Garden Social Impact These apps and games focus on meaningful issues and create positive change for users. App: Primary: News in Depth Game: Consume Me Visuals and Graphics This category celebrates outstanding artwork, animations, and interface design. App: Tide Guide: Charts & Tables Game: Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition Apple Celebrates Developer Creativity Apple's Vice President of Worldwide Developer Relations, Susan Prescott, praised this year's winners for creating exceptional experiences across the Apple ecosystem. The company said these apps and games demonstrate how developers continue to deliver intuitive features, engaging gameplay, and meaningful experiences that enrich people's lives. With WWDC 2026 set to begin next week, the Apple Design Awards once again shine a spotlight on the developers behind some of the most impressive apps and games available today.