Apple Design Award Finalists Announced Ahead of WWDC 2026

Source: MacRumors

Apple announced the finalists for the 2026 Apple Design Awards ahead of WWDC 2026, which begins on June 8. The awards recognize apps and games that demonstrate innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement. One app and one game will be selected as winners in each category, with the winners announced during the conference. Winners receive a physical award and hardware to support further development.

Delight and Fun – Apps

• Blippo+
• Metaballs
• Grug

Delight and Fun – Games

• PowerWash Simulator
• Is This Seat Taken?
• Ball x Pit

Inclusivity – Apps

• Guitar Wiz
• Hearing Buddy
• Structured

Inclusivity – Games

• Sago Mini Jinja’s Garden
• Pine Hearts
• Civilization VII

Innovation – Apps

• Detail: AI Video Editor
• NBA: Live Games & Scores
• D‑Day: The Camera Soldier

Innovation – Games

• TR‑49
• Blue Prince
• Pickle Pro

Interaction – Apps

• The Outsiders: Athlete Tracker
• Moonlitt: Moon Phase Tracker
• Tide Guide: Charts & Tables

Interaction – Games

• TR‑49
• Sago Mini Jinja’s Garden
• Grand Mountain Adventure 2

Social Impact – Apps

• Primary: News in Depth
• Katha Room
• Harvee

Social Impact – Games

• Consume Me
• Despelote
• Spilled!

Visuals and Graphics – Apps

• Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
• Caradise
• (Not Boring) Camera

Visuals and Graphics – Games

• Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition
• Arknights: Endfield
• SILT