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How to play Mahjong Solitaire
Try Mahjong Solitaire at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. 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.
A useful comparison
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.
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. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
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. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of Mahjong Solitaire?
For clarity: Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs.
On this playing page, how do I control Mahjong Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Tap two free matching tiles.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Mahjong Solitaire?
For clarity: Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Mahjong Solitaire?
Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching.
Before I begin, what format does Mahjong Solitaire offer?
For clarity: 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.
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.