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 might set a high bar, the Huawei AppGallery Awards, celebrating their fifth anniversary, offer a compelling alternative perspective.

Summoners War claimed the prestigious Game of the Year award, setting the tone for a unique selection of winners. This year's awards showcase a diverse range of titles, differing significantly from typical Western-centric accolades.

Here's a breakdown of 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

Naturally, some choices might differ from personal preferences. It's worth noting that many award shows, including our own, often exhibit a bias towards Western-developed games with established fan bases. In contrast, the Huawei AppGallery Awards appear to favor titles popular in other global markets.

This diversity is a positive development, particularly given the increasing prominence of alternative app stores. The Huawei AppGallery Awards are likely to gain further recognition as a result.

For those seeking new mobile games to play this weekend, check out our latest list of the top five new releases from the past week!