Marvel Snap and Other Apps Go Offline in US

The recent ban of Marvel Snap in the US has caught many fans by surprise, especially since it coincided with the ban of TikTok, another popular app. But are these two events connected? Indeed, they are, and here's the full story.

Why the Ban on Marvel Snap in the US?

Marvel Snap is not the only app affected; Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and CapCut have also been taken offline in the US. The common thread among these apps is their ownership by ByteDance, the company behind TikTok. Given the recent scrutiny ByteDance has faced from US lawmakers over national security and data privacy issues, it seems the company chose to preemptively remove these apps to avoid a broader crackdown.

There is some optimism that TikTok might return to the US market, even if temporarily. If that happens, it's possible that other ByteDance-owned games and apps could follow suit and reappear in US app stores. The US represents a significant portion of the player base and revenue for these Chinese-owned gaming companies, so a complete ban would be detrimental to their business.

As for Marvel Snap, only time will tell if the ban will be lifted. For now, fans in the US can only hope for a positive outcome. Meanwhile, players outside the US can continue enjoying the game, which is available on the Google Play Store.

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