Marvel Snap's US removal follows the TikTok ban, impacting ByteDance's gaming portfolio. ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, also owns Second Dinner, Marvel Snap's developer. The game's future on US mobile platforms remains uncertain.
This weekend brought unwelcome news for Marvel Snap fans. Following the TikTok ban, ByteDance, in a move perceived by some as protest, pulled several of its games, including the popular card game.
The TikTok ban, driven by concerns from US politicians about a "foreign adversary controlled application," extends to all ByteDance apps and subsidiaries. ByteDance's action could be seen as "malicious compliance," effectively galvanizing Marvel Snap players against the ban.
A Devastating Blow
The removal of Marvel Snap and other ByteDance games is likely to continue causing significant uproar among fans. The political impact remains to be seen, but some speculate ByteDance's lack of advance warning was a deliberate attempt to provoke a strong fan reaction.
For more details on the ban, consult the official Congressional website. Players outside the affected regions can still utilize our Marvel Snap tier list to build powerful decks.
