Marvel Snap, a popular game developed by California-based studio Second Dinner and published by ByteDance subsidiary Nuverse, faced an unexpected setback when it was banned along with other apps like CapCut and Lemon8. On January 18, 2025, the game was discontinued from the iOS and Android platforms. This sudden move left many players struggling with authorization issues. However, PC gamers can still access the game on Steam. The developers at Second Dinner were taken aback by this incident and have assured fans they are actively working to restore the game's availability. In an official statement, a Platform X spokesperson emphasized their commitment: "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."
One of the most frustrating aspects for players was the lack of prior warning. Many continued to spend money on in-game purchases, unaware of the impending lockout. Besides Marvel Snap, other ByteDance apps were affected, though not all. Games like Ragnarok X: 3rd Anniversary and Earth: Revival - Deep Underground remain playable.
In other news, we recently covered the addition of Moonstone, a new card in Marvel Snap's Ongoing archetype. Moonstone's introduction is timely, as the game currently needs more potential meta-shakers. As an ongoing card with stats of 4/6, Moonstone can replicate the ongoing effects of your 1, 2, and 3-cost cards in her lane. Given the abundance of low-cost Ongoing cards available, such as Ant-Man and U.S. Agent, which typically generate power through their effects, Moonstone stands out. She can quickly accumulate significant advantages by copying these effects at no additional cost.
