**Marvel Snap Makes Its Comeback Online in the U.S. Following Brief Absence Due to TikTok Ban**

*Marvel Snap*, the widely popular card battling game created by Second Dinner, a studio located in California, has returned to the online scene in the United States after a brief hiatus linked to the ongoing TikTok ban. The game, distributed by Nuverse, which is owned by ByteDance, was momentarily taken down from U.S. app stores on January 18. This action occurred as ByteDance proactively removed multiple apps, including CapCut and Lemon8, just hours ahead of the ban’s implementation.

On Monday evening, Second Dinner shared through X (formerly known as Twitter) that *Marvel Snap* had been restored online. The developer also disclosed intentions to transition away from Nuverse as its publisher and to internalize more services to avoid similar interruptions in the future.

“To ensure this NEVER occurs again, we’re transitioning to more in-house services and collaborating with a new publisher. This marks the beginning of a new chapter for *MARVEL SNAP*,” read the announcement. “We understand this likely leaves you with even more inquiries than responses. We value your understanding, but in the meantime, enjoy playing *MARVEL SNAP*.”

Currently, the game can be accessed on [Steam](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1997040/MARVEL_SNAP/), but it is still unavailable on Apple’s App Store and the Google Play Store in the U.S. as of the current moment. In a follow-up message on X, Second Dinner reassured fans, “We’re on it. It may take some time. We’ll keep you in the loop.”

The TikTok ban, which has had ripple effects for apps owned by ByteDance, originated from an executive order signed by former President Donald Trump on his inauguration day. This order postponed the U.S. TikTok ban by 75 days, yet ByteDance continues to encounter difficulties as it deals with the aftermath.

For players of *Marvel Snap*, the game’s reappearance signifies progress, although uncertainties linger regarding its future publishing relationships. Fans can anticipate updates as Second Dinner strives to guarantee the game’s accessibility on all platforms.