Mahjong Deluxe 3

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Mahjong Deluxe 3 is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by EnsenaSoft and was released on April 22, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Mahjong Deluxe 3 is the latest entry in the popular Mahjong series, with over 15 million downloads. This game features 8 worlds and 640 puzzle layouts in both 2D and 3D, with random tile orders for replayability. Enjoy a relaxing experience with an exciting scoring system, great sound effects, and music suitable for all ages.

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Audience ScoreBased on 173 reviews

music4 positive mentions

monetization16 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and relaxing experience with a gradual increase in difficulty, making it enjoyable for both beginners and advanced players.
There are a vast number of levels and tile arrangements, providing plenty of content for players who enjoy Mahjong.
The game features a unique mechanic that reshuffles tiles when no moves are available, allowing for continuous play without getting stuck.

The game suffers from poor menu navigation and lacks essential features like an exit button, volume controls, and customizable settings.
Many players find the 3D puzzles frustrating due to clunky controls and perspective issues, detracting from the overall experience.
The constant timer and focus on speed can be distracting, making it less about strategy and more about quick matching.

music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Mahjong Deluxe 3 is generally described as calming and pleasant, enhancing the relaxing gameplay experience, though it suffers from repetition. While some players appreciate the soothing soundtrack, others find it annoying and wish for more volume control options, as the only settings available are sound and music on/off. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, but its lack of variety and the inability to adjust settings detracts from the experience for some users.
- “With its stunning soundtrack and clever puzzles, Mahjong Deluxe 3 is a great way to put your mind to work while relaxing.”
- “The background music was pleasant, and (joy of joys) there was no timer on the game counting down and not letting me finish.”
- “From the relaxing music to the different sounds for each type of tile paired; this game is a stress beater.”
- “There is no option menu, so you can't mute sounds, which is music so annoying.”
- “Here I was, trying to enjoy a normal mahjong game while watching some good ol' LOTR, but nooooo... this game wants me to listen to its plinky plonky music.”
- “Relaxing game but has a soundtrack that is reused constantly.”
monetization
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is primarily driven by ads, which users find to be a mixed experience. While some appreciate the free access provided by ads, many express frustration over their frequency and intrusiveness, with complaints about specific types of ads and their impact on gameplay enjoyment. Overall, the balance between ad presence and user experience remains a significant concern among players.
- “I just paid for the ad-free version of the original Mahjong Deluxe, so I'm somewhat disappointed that I just learned there is a third edition, and now I'm back to seeing ads again.”
- “I understand that the games are free because they have ads, but there should be a way to stop the long, loud ads.”
- “I love the 3D games but find there are too many annoying ads which take away the enjoyment of playing.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some users praising the intricate and vibrant tile designs and atmospheric backgrounds, while others note that the overall aesthetics can feel basic and sometimes unclear. Despite these criticisms, many players appreciate the beautiful Asian-inspired visuals and find the graphics enjoyable and engaging. Overall, the game features decent graphics that enhance the gameplay experience, though clarity could be improved in certain areas.
- “The graphics for the tiles are intricate, bright and eye-catching; the backgrounds lend atmosphere to the gameplay and take you on a journey.”
- “Beautiful Asian graphics.”
- “Love the game... addictive with lots of fun graphics.”
- “All the mahjong games from this developer are the same, with only different skins for the graphics.”
- “Basic aesthetics and lackluster sounds make for a very dry game.”
- “Lots of variety in the layouts, but the graphics could be a bit clearer.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is straightforward and familiar, offering a sleek experience with hundreds of levels and options for difficulty and gameplay versions. However, the lack of randomly generated boards may disappoint some players, as it limits diversity compared to other mahjong games. Sound and music can be muted via the escape button during play.
- “Simple, straightforward mahjong gameplay featuring hundreds of levels will keep players busy for a long time, despite the lack of randomly generated boards being a bit of a disappointment.”
- “The only diversity you get from this game is that you have the choice to pick the difficulty and versions of mahjong gameplay compared to some of the other ones.”
- “Simple straightforward mahjong gameplay featuring hundreds of levels will keep players busy for a long time, but the lack of randomly generated boards is a bit of a disappointment.”
- “The overall gameplay is very similar to many other mahjong games, but the feel is a bit sleeker than many others.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's use of funny sound effects, which enhance the overall comedic experience and contribute to its lighthearted tone.
- “The funny sound effects had me laughing out loud!”
- “The humor in the dialogue is clever and keeps the game light-hearted.”
- “I love the quirky characters and their hilarious interactions!”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game runs smoothly on Windows 10 with no noticeable glitches, indicating a high level of stability.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by intricate and vibrant tile graphics, complemented by immersive backgrounds that create a captivating journey for players.
- “The graphics for the tiles are intricate, bright, and eye-catching; the backgrounds lend atmosphere to the gameplay and take you on a journey.”