Squad Busters nabs iPad Game of the Year at the 2024 Apple 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 achieved remarkable success, culminating in a prestigious win at the 2024 Apple App Store Awards. The game secured the coveted iPad Game of the Year award, sharing the spotlight with other acclaimed titles 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 setback given the company's history and the rarity of global releases from them. However, the game has since gained significant traction, proving the viability of Supercell's decision to persevere.

The initial struggles sparked considerable discussion. Many questioned Supercell's seemingly unusual misstep, especially considering their commitment to creating billion-dollar hits. This award suggests the game's inherent quality wasn't the issue. The gameplay, a blend of battle royale and MOBA elements, is considered solid. Perhaps the market simply wasn't ready for a fusion of Supercell's established IPs.

While the debate continues, this award serves as a significant achievement for Supercell, validating their efforts and offering a well-deserved celebratory moment.

To compare this win with other notable games of the year, check out the Pocket Gamer Awards.