Overview
Blue Prince just took home an Apple Design Award at WWDC 2026 - and it's the perfect excuse to refresh your wardrobe. The game's intricate room-by-room puzzles and hand-drawn art style earned it a spot in the "Visuals and Graphics" category, beating out a stacked lineup. Whether you've been mapping the mansion since day one or just discovered it through the award buzz, the official merch store now carries items that nod directly to the game's most memorable moments.
Details
The Award That Started It All
Dogubomb's Blue Prince wasn't just nominated - it won. The Apple Design Awards 2026 recognized the game for its "inventive use of perspective and lighting" and "seamless touch controls on iPad." That's a big deal for an indie puzzle game that launched quietly last October. Since then, the community has exploded with speedrun attempts, theory threads, and fan art. The award win is a capstone on a year of steady growth.
What's New in the Store
To commemorate the award, the Blue Prince merch collection has expanded with three items that actually reference specific in-game details:
- The Sigil Tee ($29.99) - Features the rotating emblem from the game's title screen, printed on a heavyweight 100% organic cotton tee. The back shows a faint blueprint of the mansion's first floor.
- Room 46 Hoodie ($64.99) - A midnight-blue hoodie with an embroidered "46" on the left sleeve - a direct reference to the room number that stumps most players. Inside the pocket is a hidden quote from the Architect's journal.
- The Architect's Companion Notebook ($19.99) - 200 pages of dot-grid paper with a soft-touch cover mimicking the game's leather-bound journals. Each page has a faint watermark of a door handle.
All three items were designed in collaboration with the developers, so the references are accurate down to the font.
Why This Merch Matters Now
Awards season creates a natural spike in interest. New players are coming in through Apple's editorial features, and existing fans want something tangible to mark the moment. The Sigil Tee and Room 46 Hoodie both launched the same week the award was announced - they're literally fresh from the press. If you've been holding off on buying anything, this is the best time: the designs are directly tied to the award-winning version of Blue Prince, and they're limited-run prints. Once they're gone, they're gone.
Where to Buy
Everything mentioned is available at the official Blue Prince store. You can browse the full merch collection or explore the full collection to see every item sorted by type. If you're looking for something connected to this moment, the Room 46 Hoodie is a good place to start.
FAQ
Is the Apple Design Award merch here to stay? The Sigil Tee and Room 46 Hoodie were produced in a limited batch. Once sold out, they won't be restocked - so grab them while you can.
What sizes are available? All apparel runs from XS to 3XL. The Architect's Companion Notebook is one-size.
How long does shipping take? Domestic orders usually arrive in 5 - 7 business days. International shipping takes 10 - 14 days.
Can I return award-themed merchandise? Yes, within 30 days of delivery. Just keep the tags on and items unworn.
Will there be more award-related items later? No plans announced, but the store adds new pieces every few months. Follow Blue Prince on social media for updates. - -
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