New to Mahjong? Start here
Welcome to Mahjong!
Mahjong is a tile game for four players. In every variant the goal is to be the first to complete a winning hand of 14 tiles โ but the details differ. Follow these steps and you will be playing in minutes.
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Pick a variant
Classic is the best starting point: simple melds, relaxed win rules. Try Riichi or American once you know the basics.
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Read the tutorial
Each variant has an illustrated tutorial that explains the tiles, the flow and how to win, with a quick-reference table.
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Play against the AI
Start a game against three computer opponents. The game highlights your options, so you can learn while playing.
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Check the cheatsheet
Forgot a rule? Open the quick-reference table any time while you play.
Which variant should I choose?
- โข Classic Mahjong โ The traditional 4-player game with 136 tiles. Learn melds, winning hands and scoring.
- โข Riichi Mahjong โ The Japanese variant: riichi, yaku, dora and furiten. Played worldwide in tournaments.
- โข American Mahjong โ Match the yearly official card with jokers and the Charleston. Popular across the West.