Marvel Snap, a popular digital collectible card game, has resumed operations in the US after a brief outage on Saturday night. The game's access was cut off due to the law banning TikTok and other ByteDance-owned apps, which also affected its publisher, Nuverse. However, the game is still not available for download on the App Store or Google Play, and its Steam listing remains live.

The outage was a result of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which was signed into law recently. The law targets apps owned by Chinese companies, including ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok and Nuverse. Although President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday refusing to enforce the law for 75 days, companies still face risks if they don't comply.

In response to the outage, the game's developer, Second Dinner, published a post on Monday evening stating its plans to bring "more services in-house" and "partner with a new publisher" to prevent similar situations from happening again. The same message is also displayed when players launch the game, as seen in a screenshot posted on Reddit.

The brief outage of Marvel Snap highlights the ongoing tensions between the US government and Chinese tech companies. The TikTok ban law has far-reaching implications for the tech industry, and its effects are being felt beyond just social media apps. The situation also underscores the importance of diversification and contingency planning for companies operating in the digital space.

While Marvel Snap is back online, its absence from app stores remains a concern. The game's unavailability on the App Store and Google Play may impact its user base and revenue. It is unclear when or if the game will be reinstated on these platforms. In the meantime, players can continue to access the game through its Steam listing.

The situation serves as a reminder of the complex and ever-changing landscape of the tech industry. As governments and companies navigate the intricacies of digital governance, users are often caught in the middle. The return of Marvel Snap is a welcome development, but it also highlights the need for greater clarity and stability in the digital ecosystem.