In a surprising turn of events, Second Dinner, the developer behind the popular game Marvel Snap, has officially severed ties with its former publisher, Nuverse. This decision comes in the wake of the tumultuous situation involving Bytedance's TikTok ban, which led to Marvel Snap being abruptly removed from app stores. Second Dinner announced via their official Twitter that they have now partnered with the US-based publisher, Skystone Games, marking a significant shift in their publishing strategy.
This change follows a series of dramatic events affecting several releases from Nuverse and other Bytedance subsidiaries, including Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and Marvel Snap. The sudden removal of these apps was part of Bytedance's strategic move amid the TikTok controversy, which even prompted then president-elect Donald Trump to promise the restoration of service. While TikTok quickly returned without major issues, other gaming titles were left in limbo, with Second Dinner notably uninformed about the delisting of Marvel Snap, leading to weeks of efforts to restore the game.
It's understandable that Second Dinner chose to part ways with Nuverse. The unexpected disruption caused by Bytedance's focus on saving TikTok likely left many developers, including Second Dinner, feeling neglected and frustrated. The swift transition to Skystone Games suggests that Nuverse may be facing significant repercussions from the developer community.
While it's easy to delve into broader geopolitical discussions, the more pressing question is whether Bytedance's efforts to protect TikTok have undermined their ambitious plans in the gaming industry. Second Dinner's move certainly hints at such an impact.
For those eager to return to Marvel Snap, don't forget to check out our tier lists for a quick refresher on the game's current meta!
