Balatro and AFK Journey Among the Prestigious 2024 App Store Award Recipients

The 2024 App Store Award winners have been announced, with AFK Journey, What If…? An Immersive Story, Squad Busters, Thank Goodness You're Here!, and Balatro+ being among the selected few. According to Apple, these 17 distinguished apps and games have inspired users to tap into their creativity, attain new heights, and create lasting memories with loved ones. The winning developers have successfully crafted apps and games that have a profound impact on users' lives and contribute to the global cultural landscape. Notably, Balatro+ took home the Apple Arcade Game of the Year award, while AFK Journey, Squad Busters, and Thank Goodness You're Here! received the top honors for iPhone, iPad, and Mac games of the year, respectively. Other notable winners include Thrasher: Arcade Odyssey, which secured the Apple Vision Pro Game of the Year award, and Wordle's NYT Games and The Wreck, which were recognized for their significant cultural influence. Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, expressed his admiration for the developers, stating, 'We are delighted to recognize these exceptional developers who leverage Apple devices and technology to create enriching experiences that leave a lasting impact on users and their communities.' Additionally, AFK Journey was recently named the best game of the year by Google Play's editorial team, further solidifying its reputation as a standout title.