Marvel Snap and Other Apps Go Offline in US

The recent ban of Marvel Snap in the US has sent shockwaves through the gaming community, especially since it coincides with the ban of the popular app TikTok. These two events are indeed connected, and here's the full story behind the ban.

Why the Ban on Marvel Snap in the US?

Marvel Snap isn't the only app affected; Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and CapCut have also been taken offline in the US. The common thread? All these apps are owned by ByteDance, the same company behind TikTok. If you've been following the news, you know that TikTok has been under intense scrutiny by US lawmakers due to national security and data privacy concerns.

In an effort to mitigate a broader crackdown, ByteDance has chosen to preemptively remove these apps from the US market. However, there's a glimmer of hope that TikTok might return, at least temporarily. Should this happen, 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. A complete ban on their games and apps could have severe financial repercussions. As for Marvel Snap, only time will tell if the ban will be lifted. Until then, we can only hope for the best. For those outside the US, you can continue enjoying the game by downloading it from the Google Play Store.

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