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

The recent TikTok ban in the United States has unexpectedly impacted the availability of Marvel Snap. ByteDance, TikTok's parent company and also the parent company of Marvel Snap's developer, Second Dinner, has removed the popular card game from US app stores, seemingly in response to the 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 action could be interpreted as a form of "malicious compliance," effectively leveraging the ban to generate negative publicity and fan outrage.

A Controversial Removal

The removal of Marvel Snap, along with other ByteDance-published apps, is likely to continue causing significant upset among players. The lack of prior warning from ByteDance might have been a deliberate tactic to amplify fan reaction and pressure.

For a clearer understanding of the official ban, consult the US Congress website. Meanwhile, players outside the affected regions can still enjoy the game and consult our tier list to build optimal decks. The future availability of Marvel Snap in the US remains uncertain.