At WWDC 2021, Apple announced some interesting new controller-related features coming to iOS and iPadOS15 in the future. These include being able to make full use of Sony’s PS5 DualSense controller features, better capturing for key gameplay moments, and more. Today, Apple just announced the Apple Design Awards winners for 2021 and it includes our Game of the Year for 2020, two of the best Apple Arcade games, and more. Here’s the full list of winners in 2020.
Little Orpheus (Apple Arcade)

The Chinese Room and Sumo Digital have released some great stuff on iOS and iPadOS through Apple Arcade and individual releases. Little Orpheus is an Apple Arcade Exclusive that has been awarded the Apple Design Award for ‘Delight and Fun’ thanks to its platforming, storytelling, music, and for bringing a console-like experience to an accessible game. Check out our forum thread for it here. Bird Alone

Bird Alone by George Batchelor wins an Apple Design Award for interaction. If you’ve not tried it yet, Bird Alone uses haptics, parallax, gestures, and dynamic sound effects for a more immersive experience. The game adapts based on the real world weather, season, and time. It is available on iOS and iPadOS as a premium universal release. Check out our forum thread for it here.
Alba: A Wildlife Adventure

Alba: A Wildlife Adventure from Ustwo Games is another Apple Arcade game to win an Apple Design Award. It wils for social impact. Alba: A ...