Apple Design Awards 2026 finalists include Cyberpunk 2077 & Civilization VII
Apple has announced the finalists for its 2026 Design Awards, showcasing innovative apps and games. Notable nominees include Cyberpunk 2077 and Civilization VII, highlighting the creativity of developers. The winners will be revealed at WWDC 2026, scheduled to start on June 8.
- ▪The finalists are organized into categories such as Delight and Fun, Inclusivity, Innovation, Interaction, Social Impact, and Visuals and Graphics.
- ▪Triple-A titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Civilization VII are among the nominees for the awards.
- ▪Some applications, like TR-49 and Sago Mini Jinja's Garden, were recognized in multiple categories.
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News Apple Design Awards 2026 finalists include Cyberpunk 2077 & Civilization VII Marko Zivkovic 0 e-mail BlueSky Mastodon X Facebook Reddit Mon May 18 2026, 03:05 PM EDT · 1 minute read Apple has announced the finalists for its 2026 Design Awards. With WWDC 2026 just weeks away, the apps and games nominated for the 2026 Apple Design Awards have been revealed. Every year, Apple recognizes App Store applications that demonstrate genuine innovation and ingenuity. Through its annual Apple Design Awards, the company highlights its top picks across several app categories, celebrating developers and their creative efforts. On Monday, all apps that were nominated for the 2026 Apple Design Awards were highlighted.
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