As 2024 draws to a close, Apple has announced the most downloaded apps and games of the year for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Arcade. The rankings are available on the App Store’s Today tab and feature charts tailored for users in over 30 countries and regions.
The year-end lists highlight the top free and paid apps and games, alongside the leading Apple Arcade titles. Users can also explore the 2024 App Store Award winners, which include 17 outstanding apps and games chosen by App Store Editors. These selections have supported users in enhancing their creativity, reaching new goals, and enjoying daily moments with family and friends across Apple's platforms.
Apple describes the App Store as "the safest and best place for users to discover and download apps and games," attributing this to its combination of advanced tools, technologies, and expert human curation led by its App Review and Editorial teams. In support of this reliable discovery experience, App Store Editors worldwide recommend tens of thousands of apps each year through various tabs like Today, Apps, and Games. This helps users find the best offerings in apps, games, in-app events, original stories, interviews, collections, among other content.
For those interested in exploring this year's most downloaded iPhone and iPad apps as well as game charts for 2024 within the U.S., they are now accessible on Apple's platform.
