Apple has shared the most popular apps and games of 2023 for users in over 35 countries, including India and the U.S. Find the top free and paid apps, games, and Apple Arcade titles on the App Store’s Today tab.
The 2023 App Store Award winners have also been announced, recognizing outstanding apps and games chosen by the App Store Editorial team for their meaningful experiences and cultural impact.
Most downloaded apps and games of the year in India for 2023 as follows:
Top Free iPhone Apps
- WhatsApp Messenger
- YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
- JioCinema – Bigg Boss & Sports
- Snapchat
- Google Pay: Save, Pay, Manage
- Gmail – Email by Google
- Google Chrome
Top Paid iPhone Apps
- DSLR Camera
- pdf scanner – Wordscanner pro
- Slow Shutter Cam
- Forest: Focus for Productivity
- FlipClock +
- Logo Creator & Maker
- Sticker Babai: Telugu Stickers
- Fliqlo
- Money Manager (Remove Ads)
- Live Wallpapers & Backgrounds+
Top Free iPhone Games
- BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA
- Ludo King
- Subway Surfers
- Candy Crush Saga
- 8 Ball Pool
- Zupee: Play Real Money Games
- Royal Match
- Dr. Driving
- Call of Duty: Mobile
- Gardenscapes
Top Paid iPhone Games
- Hitman Sniper
- Minecraft
- RFS – Real Flight Simulator
- MONOPOLY
- Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
- Earn to Die 2
- Bike Race Pro: Motor Racing
- Shadow Knight Ninja Fight Game
- Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
- Driving Zone 2: Car Racing
Top Free iPad Apps
- JioCinema – Bigg Boss & Sports
- YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
- Google Chrome
- Hotstar- Movies & Live Cricket
- Netflix
- Amazon Prime Video
- Gmail – Email by Google
- Messenger Duo for WhatsApp
- Telegram Messenger
- Goodnotes 6
Top Paid iPad Apps
- Procreate
- LumaFusion
- Nomad Sculpt
- Forest: Focus for Productivity
- WhatsApp Messages for iPad
- GoodReader PDF Editor & Viewer
- iTablaPro
- Amaziograph
- GeoShred
- AnkiMobile Flashcards
Top Free iPad Games
- BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA
- Ludo King
- Subway Surfers
- Asphalt 9: Legends
- Call of Duty: Mobile
- EA SPORTS FC MOBILE 24
- Roblox
- Candy Crush Saga
- Chess – Play & Learn
- Magic Tiles 3: Piano Game
Top Paid iPad Games
- Minecraft
- Hitman Sniper
- MONOPOLY
- Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
- RFS – Real Flight Simulator
- Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
- Earn to Die 2
- Plague Inc.
- Shadow Knight Ninja Fight Game
- Need for Speed Most Wanted
Top Apple Arcade Games
- NBA 2K23 Arcade Edition
- Asphalt 8: Airborne+
- Angry Birds Reloaded
- Getting Over It+
- Gear.Club Stradale
- Jetpack Joyride 2
- Fruit Ninja Classic+
- Mini Motorways
- Snake.io+
- Football Manager 2023 Touch
Most downloaded apps and games of 2023 in the U.S. as follows:
Top Free iPhone Apps
- Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire
- CapCut – Video Editor
- Max: Stream HBO, TV, & Movies
- Threads, an Instagram app
- TikTok
- YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
- WhatsApp Messenger
- Gmail – Email by Google
Top Paid iPhone Apps
- Shadowrocket
- HotSchedules
- Procreate Pocket
- The Wonder Weeks
- 75 Hard
- AutoSleep Track Sleep on Watch
- Goblin Tools
- TonalEnergy Tuner & Metronome
- SkyView
- AnkiMobile Flashcards
Top Free iPhone Games
- MONOPOLY GO!
- Roblox
- Royal Match
- Subway Surfers
- Gardenscapes
- Call of Duty: Mobile
- Block Blast!
- Makeover Studio: Makeup Games
- Parking Jam 3D
- Survivor!.io
Top Paid iPhone Games
- Minecraft
- Heads Up!
- Geometry Dash
- Bloons TD 6
- MONOPOLY
- Papa’s Freezeria To Go!
- Plague Inc.
- Red’s First Flight
- Five Nights at Freddy’s
- Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Top Free iPad Apps
- Max: Stream HBO, TV, & Movies
- YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
- Netflix
- Google Chrome
- Disney+
- Goodnotes 6
- TikTok
- Amazon Prime Video
- Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire
- Peacock TV: Stream TV & Movies
Top Paid iPad Apps
- Procreate
- Shadowrocket
- Nomad Sculpt
- forScore
- Toca Life: Hospital
- Bluebeam Revu for iPad
- Teach Your Monster to Read
- AnkiMobile Flashcards
- Endless Paper
- ToonSquid
Top Free iPad Games
- Roblox
- Magic Tiles 3: Piano Game
- Subway Surfers
- Royal Match
- Among Us!
- Duet Cats: Cute Cat Games
- Stumble Guys
- MONOPOLY GO!
- Bridge Race
- Gardenscapes
Top Paid iPad Games
- Minecraft
- Geometry Dash
- Bloons TD 6
- Stardew Valley
- MONOPOLY
- Five Nights at Freddy’s
- Red’s First Flight
- Poppy Playtime Chapter 1
- Plague Inc.
- Garten of Banban 2
Top Apple Arcade Games
- NBA 2K23 Arcade Edition
- Cooking Mama: Cuisine!
- Bloons TD 6+
- Angry Birds Reloaded
- Sneaky Sasquatch
- Warped Kart Racers
- Hello Kitty Island Adventure
- Snake.io+
- Fruit Ninja Classic+
- Solitaire by MobilityWare+
Announcing the top apps and games of 2023, Apple posted,
With thoughtfully curated content by the App Store’s team of global editors, the Today, Apps, and Games tabs continue to be a daily go-to for users seeking in-app events, original stories, in-depth interviews, tips, and collections. This is made accessible through easy-to-browse sections and personalized content tailored to their interests.