Squad Busters: Crowned Best iPad Game in 2024 App Store Awards

Supercell's Squad Busters Wins Apple's 2024 iPad Game of the Year Award

Despite a rocky start, Supercell's Squad Busters has rebounded impressively, culminating in a prestigious win at the 2024 Apple App Store Awards. The game took home the coveted iPad Game of the Year award, sharing the spotlight with other notable winners like Balatro+ (Apple Arcade Game of the Year) and AFK Journey (iPhone Game of the Year).

Squad Busters' initial launch was underwhelming for Supercell, a surprising misstep for a company known for its blockbuster mobile titles. The question on many minds was: how could Supercell, a giant in the mobile gaming industry, release a game that underperformed?

This award suggests the game's core content wasn't the issue. The blend of battle royale and MOBA mechanics felt solid, but perhaps the market wasn't ready for a fusion of Supercell's established IPs.

While the debate continues, this award serves as a significant accomplishment for Supercell, validating their persistence and hard work. It's a well-deserved victory, demonstrating that even a bumpy launch doesn't necessarily equate to a failed product.

Interested in comparing this win to our own Pocket Gamer Awards? Check out our rankings for this year's releases!