Mahjong

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Mahjong is a single player action game. It was developed by Mahjong and was released on December 24, 2009. It received positive reviews from players.

"Mahjong Solitaire is a single-player matching game where the goal is to remove all tiles from the board in pairs. Only exposed, uncovered tiles can be selected for matching. The game offers 20 backgrounds, 9 tilesets, hint/undo/shuffle options, shadow effect, clear tiles, and autosave feature, ensuring an uninterrupted gameplay experience."

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,189 reviews

monetization62 positive mentions

The game is ad-free, providing a relaxing experience without interruptions.
It features beautiful graphics and easy-to-see tiles, making it visually appealing.
The auto-shuffle feature when no moves are available enhances gameplay and reduces frustration.

There is no option for hints, undo, or shuffle, which can lead to frustrating situations when stuck.
The game lacks a scoring system or level indicators, making it difficult to track progress.
Many players find the game too easy, as every board is winnable and lacks challenge.

monetization
109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is highly praised, with numerous users expressing their appreciation for the absence of intrusive ads and in-app purchases. Players enjoy a seamless experience without interruptions, highlighting that the game is both free and ad-free, allowing for a relaxing gameplay environment. Overall, the lack of ads is a significant positive feature, contributing to the game's appeal.
- “Not only is this game ad-free, it also has no in-app purchases!”
- “No ads, no extra permissions, no purchases to advance.”
- “Great game, no ads, and require no permissions on my phone.”
- “It's not intrusive, but the ads must be embedded because they don't go away when I turn off the Wi-Fi.”
- “I have always loved playing mahjong, but with games now having constant ads, I get turned off.”
- “Great game, lots of ads.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics in the game are widely praised for their clarity and aesthetic appeal, with many users highlighting the beautiful and simplistic design. While some mention that the tile graphics could be improved, the absence of intrusive ads and the clean visuals contribute to a positive gaming experience. Many players find the graphics easy on the eyes, enhancing the game's addictive nature.
- “The graphics are fantastic and the tiles are very nicely done.”
- “Beautiful graphics.”
- “Great version of the game with beautiful but clear graphics.”
- “The tile graphics are not very good and cannot be switched.”
- “No fancy graphics or backgrounds, just wanted to play.”
- “It doesn't really stimulate the brain as much as other mahjong games but doesn't waste the player's time with needless graphics.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is primarily centered around the quest mode, which users find both engaging and frustrating. While players appreciate the evolving tile art and the option to switch between relaxed and quest modes, many express dissatisfaction with the navigation and difficulty of certain levels, particularly noting issues with unwinnable boards and the need for improvements in user experience. Overall, the quest mode has potential but requires significant refinement to enhance player enjoyment.
- “The quest part is fun and the tile art changes as you progress, and it's nice to see different art.”
- “I like that there are no ads and that you can switch between relaxed play or quest mode.”
- “Many years ago I bought this game, and the silly part of my story is that it is very hard for me to lose.”
- “The quest mode is just about the most irritating thing I've played in years...”
- “I'm up to game 188 on play quest but it's impossible to complete a game since it opens so far to the left that you cannot select the tiles on the left.”
- “But the quest mode still needs work.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally appreciated for its customizable options, allowing players to choose from various cultural styles like Chinese, Japanese, or African music, which enhances the immersive experience. However, some users express a desire for calming background music and sound effects, as well as a more cohesive integration of music with the game's visuals. Overall, the absence of distracting or overwhelming audio elements is noted positively, but there is room for improvement in providing a more engaging auditory experience.
- “Finally an option for selection of music, be it Chinese, Japanese, or African music that takes you to the jungle.”
- “The backgrounds could be simpler, but overall it's a nice clean mahjong with no distracting music or lengthy animations.”
- “What I miss as a novice, though, are nice sound effects, calming background music, and visual aids to see which tiles are disabled.”
- “I hate games that are all flash-bang, win coins, shrieking ads, and loud music you can't turn off.”
- “Wish it played some complimentary music.”
- “The graphics, etc. can use music too.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its simplicity and smoothness, with users appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and in-app purchases. While some find it too easy at times, the overall experience is described as enjoyable and straightforward, making it a standout title in its genre.
- “I love this version because the ads aren't videos and they are easy to just skip past; gameplay is super simple and easy.”
- “Gameplay, appearance, no ads... everything is excellent.”
- “Best Mojang game in the market: no annoying ads, no in-app purchases, just raw gameplay.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report a stable gaming experience with no significant glitches or loading issues, contributing to an enjoyable and addictive gameplay. The game's performance is consistently praised, indicating a well-optimized experience.
- “This game is very addictive; it always loads and there have been no glitches. I love the graphic design too.”
- “Game runs great.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is minimal, with some players finding it straightforward and lacking in comedic elements. Overall, it seems that the game does not prioritize humor, appealing more to those who prefer a serious tone.