Second Dinner, a studio based in California, developed the popular game Marvel Snap, which is published by Nuverse, a subsidiary of ByteDance. Due to the ban on several ByteDance apps, including CapCut and Lemon8, Marvel Snap was also removed from iOS and Android platforms as of January 18, 2025. This sudden discontinuation has left many players frustrated, especially those experiencing authorization issues. However, the game remains accessible on Steam for PC users. The developers at Second Dinner expressed their surprise at the situation and are actively working to bring the game back online. In an official statement from Platform X, they reassured players, stating:
"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."
A particularly frustrating aspect for the community was the lack of prior warning. Many players continued to spend money on in-game purchases without knowing about the potential lockout. While Marvel Snap and some other ByteDance apps were affected, not all of them faced the same fate. For instance, games like Ragnarok X: 3rd Anniversary and Earth: Revival - Deep Underground remain playable.
In other news, Marvel Snap recently introduced a new card, Moonstone, which is part of the game's Ongoing archetype. Moonstone, a 4/6 card, is a significant addition to the meta. Her unique ability allows her to copy the ongoing effects of your 1, 2, and 3-cost cards in her lane. Given the current abundance of low-cost Ongoing cards in Marvel Snap, Moonstone's potential is immense. While cards like Ant-Man and U.S. Agent primarily use their ongoing effects to boost power, Moonstone can leverage these effects without any additional cost, making her a powerful asset in the right deck.
