Marvel Snap is banned, just like TikTok
Marvel Snap was banned in the U.S. due to its connection with ByteDance, leading to its removal from app stores. The developer is working to restore access amid broader ByteDance crackdowns.
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Marvel Snap has been banned in the U.S. due to its connection with ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok. The ban, enacted under a divest-or-ban law targeting TikTok, led to the sudden removal of Marvel Snap from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store on January 19, 2025. Players were caught off guard, as many were unaware of the game's association with ByteDance, which is also responsible for other apps like Lemon8 and CapCut that have faced similar fates. The game's developer, Second Dinner, expressed surprise at the takedown and assured players that they are working to restore access. While Marvel Snap is still available on Steam, many players reported being unable to log in. The ban reflects a broader crackdown on ByteDance-linked applications, with varying impacts on other games and services associated with the company.
- Marvel Snap has been banned in the U.S. due to its connection to ByteDance.
- The ban took effect suddenly, surprising many players.
- Second Dinner, the game's developer, is working to restore access.
- Other ByteDance apps, including Lemon8 and CapCut, have also been removed.
- The ban is part of a larger legislative effort targeting TikTok and its parent company.
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