Apple Names the Best Apps and Games of 2019 [LIST]

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Apple has announced the its annual list of the best apps and games of 2019, saying winning “made their mark by reflecting the zeitgeist of our society and sitting at the nexus of digital and pop culture.”

Best Apps of 2019

  • iPhone App of the Year: Spectre Camera (Lux Optics)
  • iPad App of the Year: Flow by Moleskine (Moleskine)
  • Mac App of the Year: Affinity Publisher (Serif Labs)
  • Apple TV App of the Year: The Explorers (The Explorers Network)
  • App Trend of 2019: Storytelling Simplified

Best Games of 2019

  • iPhone Game of the Year: “Sky: Children of the Light” (thatgamecompany)
  • iPad Game of the Year: “Hyper Light Drifter” (Abylight S.L.)
  • Mac Game of the Year: “GRIS” (Devolver / Nomada Studio)
  • Apple TV Game of the Year: “Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap” (DotEmu)
  • Game Trend of 2019: Blockbusters Reimagined
  • Apple Arcade Game of the Year: “Sayonara Wild Hearts” (Simogo)




“Developers around the world inspire us all with innovative apps that have the power to influence culture and change our lives, and this year that is as true as ever. The 2019 App Store Best Apps and Games winners reflect our global desire for connection, creativity and fun,” said Phil Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing, in a statement.

“We are excited to announce such a diverse group of 2019 App Store winners, showing that great design and creativity comes from developers large and small, and from every corner of the world. We congratulate all the winners and thank them for making 2019 the best year yet for the App Store.”

You can check out the Best Apps of 2019 and Best Games of 2019 in the App Store.

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