The App Store version of Crash Bandicoot Nitro Kart is the apparently the most-downloaded paid-for app in / history.

Apple announced the game's success while celebrating the one-billionth App Store download.

The store has been a resounding success since launch, particularly on the iPhone, while Activision's is one of the most expensive apps, costing 5.99 USD.

Sega's Super Monkey Ball, another hit with users, is the only other app to boast a 5.99 USD price point. More iPhone news soon.

By Luke Guttridge