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How to play Mahjong Solitaire
Start Mahjong Solitaire by looking at the playing area and its controls. Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Match number-marked tiles in a compact layered layout. The starting arrangement has a complete removal route, but your choices can still block later pairs.
Notice the feedback
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Step by step
- Choose a tile with no covering tile and a free left or right side.
- Choose a matching free tile.
- Uncover lower layers.
- Use hints or undo.
Controls
Tap two free matching tiles. Read a button’s label before selecting it. A new-round button replaces the current round.
A useful example
Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Take a moment to compare.
Watch out for this
Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of Mahjong Solitaire?
Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs.
For this browser game, how do I control Mahjong Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Tap two free matching tiles.
For my first round, what example helps explain Mahjong Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Mahjong Solitaire?
Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching.
For a quick reminder, what format does Mahjong Solitaire offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Match number-marked tiles in a compact layered layout. The starting arrangement has a complete removal route, but your choices can still block later pairs.
For this browser game, which play mode does Mahjong Solitaire use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.