Marvel Snap in the US is blocked due to Tik-Tok restrictions

Marvel Snap, developed by California-based Second Dinner and published by ByteDance's Nuverse, was unexpectedly removed from iOS and Android app stores on January 18, 2025. This ban, affecting other ByteDance apps like CapCut and Lemon8, left many players frustrated, particularly due to the lack of prior warning. While players are reporting authorization problems, the game remains accessible on Steam for PC users.

Second Dinner has publicly stated their surprise and commitment to restoring the game's availability on mobile platforms, assuring players via Platform X that "Marvel Snap is here to stay. We're working hard to restore the game as quickly as possible, and we'll keep players informed of our progress." The sudden removal is especially concerning for players who continued making in-app purchases unaware of the impending ban.

Interestingly, the impact on other ByteDance apps was inconsistent. While Marvel Snap was affected, other titles such as Ragnarok X: 3rd Anniversary and Earth: Revival - Deep Underground remain playable.

Recent game developments included the addition of the Moonstone card, a powerful addition to the Ongoing archetype. Moonstone's ability to copy the Ongoing effects of 1, 2, and 3-cost cards makes her a potentially game-changing addition, particularly given the existing number of low-cost Ongoing cards. Unlike many similar cards that focus solely on power generation, Moonstone's passive effect allows for rapid power accumulation.