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Whether you’re a brand new or expert player, we’ll tailor your experience to you.

Play with friends or by yourselfPlay whenever you wantLearn from scratch (no experience required)

Are you a new player or a seasoned Mahjong-er?

Play anytime, solo or with friends, and at any level of difficulty. Whether you’re starting from scratch or a seasoned Mahjong veteran, we have a seat at our table ready for you!

For beginners

Learn from the beginning

Learn the tile sets, how to read a card, and how the game is played. Take it one hands-on step at a time.

Start learning step by step
For experienced players

Jump straight into a game

Know the basics? Play complete games against the computer, or pull up a chair at an online table with your friends.

Start playing right away

Something new every day.

Daily challengesEarn lanternsGorgeous tile setsAchievements39 mahjong lessons

Never played? You’re in good hands.

We’ll start by introducing you to the tiles and take you through your first full game.

Learn to play
Lesson 1 of 39

Meet the dragons

Three dragons, one per suit. Tap the one that goes with the dots.

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A lesson from chapter one.
1

Learn the basics

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Step-by-step lessons introduce the tiles, the card, the Charleston, and basic rules and procedure.

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Build your skills

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Improve strategy, increase pattern recognition, and more advanced rules.

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Play a complete game

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Play and learn against computer players, with guidance available as you need it.

Start learning step by step

Already play? Take a seat.

Play solo against the CPU, online, or with friends! Configure custom rules to fit your playstyle.

Start playing right away

Elaine’s table

friends only
craneElaine✓ ready
teacupRuthie✓ ready
lanternMargepicking a mat
YouThe link is the invite.

No countdown at a friends table. Deal when everyone’s settled in.

Recognize patterns better.

F F F F
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2 0 2 6
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1 1 1
111
1 1 1
111

Worth 25 points.

Soon, good mahjong strategy will be second nature. The more you play, the better you’ll be.

A few things you might be wondering.

Do I need to know anything about mahjong before I start?

No. The lessons assume you’ve never touched a tile. You’ll meet the tiles first, then learn the card, the Charleston, and how a turn works, one small step at a time.

How long does it take to learn?

Most players feel ready for a real game in less than a day. The lessons are short and hands-on, so you’re playing from the very first one.

Who will I play against?

Whoever you want. Play solo against three computer players, sit at an online table, or open a private table for your friends.

Can I play with my friends?

Yes. Open a friends table and send the link.

Do I need to buy a mahjong card?

No. Mahjong Pals includes its own card of fifty-seven hands across familiar categories, built into every table so it’s always one tap away.

Do I need to download an app?

No. Mahjong Pals runs in your browser on your phone, tablet, or computer. If you'd like it on your home screen like an app, the Install the app buttons walk you through it.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. The table is built for phones, with a rack drawer and a tap-to-peek view of every seat. It works the same on a tablet or computer.

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