Apple has revealed the most downloaded apps and games of 2024 in India, showcasing a diverse range of popular choices among users. The annual announcement highlights the top free and paid applications available on the App Store, reflecting user preferences and trends throughout the year.
Top Free Apps of 2024
Leading the charts, WhatsApp was recognized as the most downloaded free app on iPhone in India. This widely-used messaging platform continues to dominate due to its user-friendly features and extensive reach. Following WhatsApp, Instagram and YouTube secured their spots as the second and third most downloaded free apps, respectively. Google Pay also made it to the top four, emphasizing the growing trend of digital payments in the country.
Most Downloaded Paid Apps
In the paid category, Forest: Focus for Productivity emerged as the most downloaded app. This innovative application encourages users to minimize distractions by focusing on important tasks. Other notable mentions include Money Manager, DSLR Camera, and Shadowrocket, which rounded out the top five paid apps.
Gaming Highlights
When it comes to gaming, Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) was crowned as the most downloaded free game on iPhone. The game’s engaging battle royale format continues to attract a large player base. In contrast, Minecraft took the lead as the top paid game, showcasing its enduring popularity among gamers of all ages. The free gaming charts were further complemented by Ludo King and Subway Surfers, which maintained their positions among the top three.For paid games, titles like Earn to Die 2 and Hitman Sniper followed closely behind Minecraft, highlighting a mix of action and adventure genres that appeal to users.
Apple Arcade Recognition
Apple also highlighted the most popular games on its subscription service, Apple Arcade. The standout title for 2024 was Getting Over It+, followed by NBA 2K24 Arcade Edition and Snake.io+, reflecting a mix of competitive sports and casual gaming experiences.
