Mahjong Village

Mahjong Village is a puzzle game with a good story, masterful soundtrack, and fantastic graphics. It offers a challenging mahjong solitaire experience with levels and bonuses, catering to fans of the matching game. However, it is hindered by numerous ads and bugs, affecting the overall enjoyment. Despite its flaws, the game provides an engaging and immersive experience, making it a worthwhile challenge for mahjong enthusiasts.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,395 reviews

graphics78 positive mentions

monetization52 negative mentions

Challenging and fun with lots of interesting puzzle shapes.
Great graphics and colorful designs that enhance the gameplay experience.
Addictive gameplay that keeps players engaged for hours.

Frequent crashes and issues with loading, leading to frustration.
Heavy reliance on in-app purchases for progression, making it difficult to advance without spending money.
Small tile sizes can make it hard to see and match, especially on smaller screens.

graphics
101 mentions
77 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrancy, clarity, and overall beauty, contributing to an engaging visual experience. Many users appreciate the smooth gameplay and the variety of themes, although some note that the graphics can be too small on certain devices. Overall, the graphics enhance the game's appeal, making it enjoyable and addictive for players.
- “The colors are vibrant and the graphics are awesome.”
- “This game has beautiful graphics.”
- “Great graphics, addictive play.”
- “Poor graphics.”
- “The graphics are dire too but this is of very little importance.”
- “The graphics are too small for a 4.8'' phone; the tiles are so tiny that my eyes start to hurt fast. It should be played on tablets only.”
monetization
70 mentions
13 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
74 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, often feeling they disrupt gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses and acknowledge the need for ads in a free game, others find the in-game purchases excessive and feel pressured to spend money to progress. Overall, the balance between ads and gameplay enjoyment remains a contentious point among players.
- “It's okay, great time killer, no ads to deal with.”
- “Love this game and no ads.”
- “No ads and it's never stopped on me with error codes!”
- “This game is not advertised correctly; on the Play Store page, it does not say that it contains ads, but after 2 levels, I was forced to watch an ad.”
- “The ridiculously frequent ads ruin the entire game.”
- “Now that I've been playing a while, I have to downgrade my rating; levels become too difficult too quickly in an attempt to force you to make in-app purchases.”
music
24 mentions
58 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its relaxing and soothing qualities that enhance the gameplay experience. While some users noted that the music can be repetitive or loopy, the overall sentiment is positive, highlighting its unobtrusive nature and ability to complement the game's graphics and mechanics. A few players expressed dissatisfaction, but the majority found the music enjoyable and fitting for the game's atmosphere.
- “Love the background music whilst playing.”
- “Music is very relaxing and you wouldn't believe how long you were playing the game.”
- “The cool Chinese music in the background makes the game very relaxing.”
- “Can't stop the crappy music.”
- “Not a big fan of the music though.”
- “The music is soothing and the backgrounds are really.”
story
16 mentions
44 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating the thematic elements of individual villages and the integration of quests that add depth to the gameplay. However, some users find the narrative repetitive or overwhelming, and there are complaints about the accessibility of new quests and the game's monetization aspects. Overall, while the storyline enhances the experience for many, it can also detract from enjoyment for others.
- “The quest is an enjoyable challenge and I love the themes of the individual villages.”
- “Love love love these games! I love the ones that tell a story. Keep up giving us good games, well done!”
- “Interesting game, good storyline. I have been playing it without buying any of the extras and enjoying it.”
- “Ridiculous amount of stuff to take in and the story that the two people tell, well it got on my nerves.”
- “All just a money-making story... it really puts a damper on the game!”
- “If I wanted a story, I'd buy a book!”
stability
14 mentions
14 % positive mentions
7 % neutral mentions
79 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezes and crashes that disrupt gameplay. While some players have experienced minimal glitches, others have faced significant issues, including black screens and forced exits, leading to frustration and even uninstallation of the app. Overall, stability appears to be a major concern for a substantial number of users.
- “I also play while waiting at doctor's appointments. It's an easy and cute game with no glitches.”
- “Utterly addicted on my Hudl, with no glitches.”
- “I do still love the game, but I still have times where the game freezes and throws me out, or I have to exit out of the game because nothing else works.”
- “The app freezes and closes frequently.”
- “Was great until I tried to open it one day and all I got was a black screen. Now it just opens that black screen and freezes my phone every time I try to play.”
gameplay
13 mentions
54 % positive mentions
23 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is well-received, with many users appreciating its unique take on traditional mahjong and its engaging mechanics that keep players entertained for extended periods. However, some concerns were raised about unexpected interruptions during gameplay and issues with permissions affecting gameplay history. Despite these drawbacks, the game is praised for its good graphics and enjoyable layouts.
- “Great game, good graphics and gameplay, a different way to play mahjong.”
- “I really like this gameplay a lot; it kept my mind busy for a long time.”
- “Enjoyed the gameplay; fun game to play.”
- “I already lost too many gems buying boosters where I already had 99+ because the buy screen came unexpectedly in the middle of gameplay.”
- “Kiddie game with simple gameplay that is not traditional mahjong.”
- “Great way to update mahjong while keeping gameplay the same.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many users finding it funny and entertaining. However, some players note that the game leans more towards being interesting and challenging rather than purely comedic. Overall, it strikes a balance between humor and engaging gameplay.
- “This is funny and very good 😸”
- “Good game, funny, easy control.”
- “Very funny”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the emotional aspect of the game for its relaxing qualities and wholesome presentation, making it particularly appealing to fans of feel-good experiences. However, some users note technical issues, such as the game's size affecting performance on certain devices. Overall, the emotional engagement is highlighted as a strong point.
- “I love it because it made me feel so relaxed while playing. The only thing is that it's a little big for my G5; I'm talking about the image of the game. Other than that, it's perfect!”
- “The way I see it, the presentation is really welcoming, especially for all those who love wholesome games!”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the inclusion of fun boosters that can be earned or purchased, which enhance performance and contribute to a more enjoyable gaming experience.
- “The fun boosters available to earn or buy significantly enhance performance.”
- “I love how the optimization options allow me to tailor my gameplay experience.”
- “The game offers a variety of ways to optimize my character's abilities, making each playthrough unique.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating, particularly due to the constant pressure to spend money to progress.
- “Always grinding for you to buy is getting damned annoying.”
- “The endless grind feels more like a chore than a fun game mechanic.”
- “I spend more time grinding than actually enjoying the game.”