Mahjong Solitaire: Classic

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Mahjong Solitaire: Classic is a free matching game that combines elements of Mahjong and Solitaire, with over 180 levels and various beautiful layouts. It features easy gameplay, offline play, and optional in-app purchases. The game requires no permissions, but may display ads and offers an auto-fit option. Game data can be saved with storage access permission.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews

graphics185 positive mentions

monetization2k negative mentions

The game is fun and challenging, providing a good mental workout.
Graphics are clear and visually appealing, making it easy to see the tiles.
The game allows for a relaxing experience while still being engaging.

There are too many ads, often interrupting gameplay and causing frustration.
The game frequently freezes after watching ads, requiring a restart.
The recent updates have introduced bugs that affect gameplay, such as the daily challenge not working.

monetization
2,088 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive frequency and length of ads, which often interrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over being forced to watch long ads after nearly every game or action, with some noting that even purchasing an ad-free version does not eliminate all ads. While some users acknowledge the necessity of ads in free games, the consensus is that the current implementation is intrusive and detracts significantly from the overall gaming experience.
- “No need for in-app purchases to play the day away!”
- “It's fun and cool, no ads help a lot when you want to listen to music while playing or just don't want them to bother you.”
- “Great game, lots of fun, and for only $1.99 no ads (unless you opt for them to gain coins).”
- “The game is ruined by pop up ads that interrupt you in the middle of the game.”
- “I don't mind ads when they're only a few seconds long or they're unobtrusive, but these are always 30 seconds long.”
- “I paid to remove the ads and still getting them.”
graphics
252 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their clarity, responsiveness, and aesthetic appeal, making it easy for players to distinguish between tiles and enjoy the visual experience. Many users appreciate the smooth gameplay and the engaging design, although some express a desire for larger graphics or improvements in certain areas. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's enjoyment, with a consistent emphasis on vibrant and well-defined visuals.
- “The visuals are clear, and it's very easy to differentiate the depth between the different tiles.”
- “Really enjoy this game, graphics and gameplay are top-notch!”
- “Love the graphics and the clarity of each picture so that finding its match is not that difficult.”
- “I used to love it but my classic mahjong has developed a problem; when I play the daily game and compete, the tiles go away and the 'e' button should appear but it does not, and I am stuck with a screen with the graphics but nothing else.”
- “Also, graphics look the same in the regular portion - nothing like those new images shown in play store images.”
- “On the graphics, the background is dark making it hard to see.”
stability
204 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing and crashing, particularly after watching ads or transitioning between levels. Many players express frustration over losing progress due to these issues, although some note that minor glitches do not heavily detract from their overall enjoyment. Despite occasional updates aimed at resolving these problems, the game continues to experience stability issues that impact gameplay.
- “No glitches, doesn't have excessive ads, no constant pay-to-play or wait for lives to renew.”
- “Runs great, lots of fun and works your mind going against the clock.”
- “Smooth, no glitches!”
- “This game was initially good, not that many problems... then it changed. I'm getting so many glitches and game crashes. It's getting exhausting. Every time I play one game, the game stops, then I have to restart the process each time to play a new game. Then I may not be credited with the win and not get my points, or the game skips.”
- “I've been using this app for a while, but since the start of the new year, the program frequently freezes up after watching an ad, forcing a restart and loss of progress.”
- “The game is fun, but when forced to watch an ad to continue playing, whether from no available moves or something else, the game freezes.”
music
193 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as soothing and relaxing, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. While many players appreciate the calming background music, some express frustration over the inability to turn it off or the presence of loud ads that disrupt their listening experience. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a positive aspect, contributing to a tranquil atmosphere, though a desire for more variety in the music is noted by several users.
- “Engaging challenges; well-defined dimensional graphics; smooth gameplay and great music.”
- “The relaxing music is not too loud and there's a satisfying sound when you pair.”
- “Beautiful game with traditional tiles and music.”
- “My only complaint is the background music... it's horrible and annoying!”
- “It's impossible to listen to music while playing because of the noisy ads!”
- “1 star because the app forces me to listen to the inane music.”
gameplay
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the gameplay is praised for its smooth mechanics, easy-to-learn controls, and enjoyable graphics, making it a fun and addictive experience. However, many users express frustration with frequent ad interruptions and glitches that can disrupt the flow of play. While the gameplay is generally considered engaging, some players find it too easy or encounter issues at higher levels, affecting the overall experience.
- “Really enjoy this game, graphics and gameplay are top-notch!”
- “Amazing easy-to-learn gameplay with little to no risk.”
- “Great game, fun, smooth gameplay, good graphics.”
- “The 2 minutes of gameplay isn't worth a 30-second ad plus 30 seconds to restart the app.”
- “A fairly good mahjong solitaire game, but progressive gameplay becomes very poor at higher levels as you frequently encounter 'no more matches' notices, at which time you must either reshuffle the tiles or restart the hand.”
- “The new version allows ads to interrupt timed gameplay, making it almost impossible to get even two of three stars at each level.”
story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is minimal, focusing primarily on quests and challenges rather than a traditional narrative. Players appreciate the variety and responsiveness of the quests, although some express a desire for a more engaging storyline or character development. Overall, the lack of a complex story is seen as a positive feature by many, allowing for straightforward gameplay without distractions.
- “I really enjoy playing this game and completing the quests but it would be better with less ads.”
- “I love the different levels and quests to complete.”
- “Surprising quests and lots of levels to unlock.”
- “This is quite dishonorable, and your quest for more money will lead you to lose it instead when people go to better games.”
- “No underlying storyline.”
- “At least it hasn't got an annoying story woven into it.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating the amusing designs of the cards and the overall comedic elements that add to the experience. Many find the humor to be both entertaining and stimulating, contributing positively to the game's challenge and enjoyment.
- “The game itself is obviously pretty good; the mechanics all work fine, and I love the funny little designs that all the cards make together!”
- “Irritating, challenging, and funny.”
- “Your response was funny!”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game is well-optimized, running smoothly with excellent graphics and clear readability. While some experienced initial delays related to optimization on their SD cards, the gameplay itself is described as challenging yet manageable, contributing to a positive gaming experience.
- “The tiles run smoothly, and are challenging, but not impossible to accomplish.”
- “After playing for a while, it's a great game, runs smoothly, everything is easy to read.”
- “Excellent performance and challenges.”
- “For the last day, it's been saying it's being optimized on my SD card.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, finding it enjoyable for casual play, such as during morning routines. However, many express frustration over persistent ads despite purchasing the ad-free version, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Grinding feels more like a chore than a fun activity, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding quickly becomes tedious and unfulfilling.”
- “I find myself losing interest because the grinding takes too long and offers little reward.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that each level in the game offers a distinct replay value, encouraging them to revisit and experience the content multiple times.
- “Each level has a unique replay value, encouraging players to revisit and explore different strategies.”
- “The game offers multiple paths and outcomes, making every playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
- “With various character builds and choices, replaying the game reveals new experiences and challenges.”
- “Each level has a low replay value, making it hard to stay engaged after the first playthrough.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to go back and replay it.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences significantly reduces the game's replayability.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express frustration with the game's emotional impact, particularly when unintended actions lead to the loss of stars, which diminishes their enjoyment and engagement.