Marvel Snap Goes Offline in US Amid TikTok Ban

It's turning out to be a challenging weekend for Marvel Snap fans, and unfortunately, not for positive reasons. In response to the recent ban of the social media platform TikTok, ByteDance, the parent company behind TikTok and the developer Second Dinner, has decided to pull several of its gaming titles from the U.S. market. This action includes the popular comic-themed card game, Marvel Snap.

The TikTok ban has made headlines, with U.S. politicians labeling it a "foreign adversary controlled application." This legislation extends beyond TikTok to encompass all applications developed and published by ByteDance and its subsidiaries.

ByteDance's decision to withdraw its games can be seen as a form of protest or even malicious compliance. This move has undoubtedly stirred up significant frustration among Marvel Snap enthusiasts, drawing attention to the political decision that might have otherwise gone unnoticed by the gaming community.

DisassembledThe sudden removal of Marvel Snap and other ByteDance-owned apps is likely to continue fueling discussions and discontent among fans. While the political impact of this backlash remains uncertain, ByteDance's lack of advance notice to its users could be interpreted as a strategic move to amplify fan outrage.

For those interested in understanding the ban in more detail, the official text is available on the U.S. Congress website.

If you're fortunate enough to reside in an area unaffected by the ban, you can explore our comprehensive tier list of Marvel Snap cards, ranked by power, to craft a formidable deck and continue enjoying the game.