After a challenging few days, Second Dinner's popular card game, Marvel Snap, has resumed service in the United States. The game was temporarily unavailable due to the TikTok ban affecting its publisher, ByteDance. However, it seems that Second Dinner was not informed about the sudden service interruption, which included a misleading "banned" message to users.
As Second Dinner continues to manage the fallout and respond to player grievances, they have announced their search for a new publisher. This development marks a significant blow to Nuverse, ByteDance's subsidiary, which has been at the helm of publishing this successful title since its well-received launch in 2022, featuring beloved Marvel characters in dynamic card battles.
Dinner timeBy now, you may have come across my opinion piece on this topic (and if not, where have you been?). I highlighted that ByteDance's abrupt decision to suspend both TikTok and several of its gaming titles without prior notice could have, and likely did, serious repercussions.
Second Dinner's frustration is palpable, as evident from the outpouring of discontent on their social media from players who missed out on login rewards and event participation. The decision to seek a new publisher underscores the underlying tension and dissatisfaction with the recent events.
It might take months or even years to finalize an agreement with a new publisher. In the interim, the hope is that such incidents will not recur. If you're eager to dive back into Marvel Snap, why not explore some of our guides? Our comprehensive tier list of all Marvel Snap cards can provide valuable insights to enhance your gameplay experience!