Marvel Snap goes offline in the United States in the wake of TikTok ban

Marvel Snap's US Removal Following TikTok Ban

The weekend brought unwelcome news for Marvel Snap fans in the United States. Following the TikTok ban, publisher ByteDance, also the parent company of Marvel Snap developer Second Dinner, has pulled the popular card game from app stores. This appears to be a retaliatory measure against the ban.

The TikTok ban, driven by concerns from US politicians regarding potential foreign influence, extends to all applications published by ByteDance and its subsidiaries. ByteDance's action could be interpreted as "malicious compliance," effectively leveraging the ban to galvanize Marvel Snap players and amplify opposition to the political decision.

The removal of Marvel Snap and other ByteDance apps is likely to continue causing significant backlash from users. The lack of prior warning from ByteDance may have been a calculated move to maximize the impact and encourage public outcry.

For a deeper understanding of the ban, consult the official Congressional website. Players outside the US can still access the game and utilize our Marvel Snap card tier list to build powerful decks. The future availability of Marvel Snap in the US remains uncertain.