Huawei AppGallery Awards 2024 celebrates five years of the storefront

The 2024 Huawei AppGallery Awards have concluded, revealing some unexpected winners that are sure to generate buzz among mobile gaming enthusiasts. While the Pocket Gamer Awards undoubtedly set a high benchmark, the Huawei AppGallery Awards offer a compelling alternative perspective, celebrating its fifth anniversary with a unique selection of winners.

Summoners War's victory as Game of the Year sets the tone for these awards, showcasing a departure from typical industry accolades. Here's a closer look at the other category winners:

• Best Action Game: PUBG Mobile
• Best RPG Games: Hero Wars: Alliance, Epic Seven
• Best SLG Games: Evony: The King's Return, World of Tanks Blitz
• Best Family Games: Candy Crush Saga, Gardenscapes
• Best Trending Games: Mecha Domination: Rampage, Tokyo Ghoul: Break the Chains

Beyond the App Store's Usual Suspects

Some of the choices might differ from personal preferences, highlighting a potential bias towards Western titles with established fanbases in other award ceremonies. The Huawei AppGallery Awards, however, seem to prioritize games released globally, offering a diverse and geographically balanced selection.

The success of alternative app stores this year is undeniable, and the Huawei AppGallery Awards are likely to gain increased recognition as a result of this growing competition. This diversity in award winners contributes to a healthier mobile gaming ecosystem.

For those seeking new mobile gaming experiences this weekend, our latest list of the top five new mobile games is a must-see, showcasing the best releases of the past week!