WWDC 2026: Apple Design Awards Reveals Games Nominated Under Different Categories

With WWDC 2026 just weeks away, Apple has now revealed the games that are nominated for this year's Apple Design Awards.

Winners are expected to be revealed during WWDC 2026, which begins on June 8.

2026 Apple Design Awards

According to Apple, the Apple Design Awards recognizes apps and games that demonstrate recognize innovation, ingenuity, and technical achievement.

Apple Insider notes in its report that Apple nominates its top picks across several categories. The report likewise notes that three apps and three games are nominated for each category.

One app and one game will win from each category.

2026 Apple Design Awards Game Nominees

The following are the nominated games across the several categories of this year's Apple Design Awards:

Delight and Fun

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

Inclusivity

• "Civilization VII"
• "Pine Hearts"
• "Sago Mini Jinja's Garden"

Innovation

• "Blue Prince"
• "Pickle Pro"
• "TR-49"

Interaction

• "Grand Mountain Adventure 2"
• "Sago Mini Jinja's Garden"
• "TR-49"

Social Impact

• "Consume Me"
• "Despelote"
• "Spilled!"

Visuals and Graphics

• "Arknights: Endfield"
• "Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition"
• "SILT"

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