Marvel Snap's US Removal Following TikTok Ban
The weekend brought unwelcome news for Marvel Snap enthusiasts: the game has been pulled from the US app stores. This action, seemingly a protest by publisher ByteDance (also the parent company of Marvel Snap developer Second Dinner), follows the recent TikTok ban.
The TikTok ban, fueled by concerns from US politicians about its potential as a "foreign adversary controlled application," extends to all apps published by ByteDance and its subsidiaries. ByteDance's swift removal of its games, including the popular Marvel Snap, could be interpreted as a form of "malicious compliance," effectively galvanizing Marvel Snap's fanbase against the ban.
The removal is likely to cause significant backlash from players. The lack of advance warning might have been a deliberate tactic to amplify fan outrage and pressure regarding the political situation.
For a comprehensive understanding of the ban, refer to the official Congressional website. Players outside the US can still access the game and consult our tier list to build optimal decks. The future availability of Marvel Snap in the US remains uncertain.
