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Mahjong Solitaire: how a round works
Choose a round of Mahjong Solitaire and settle into its rules. Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Use the example below to understand a decision. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Look at what changes after your first action.
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.
Bring this focus to a round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you need to achieve
Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Start here and follow along
- 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.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Tap two free matching tiles. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
An example to follow
Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Choose a deliberate next step.
An important reminder
Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Further help with the game
What is the goal of Mahjong Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs.
On this playing page, how do I control Mahjong Solitaire?
For clarity: Tap two free matching tiles.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Mahjong Solitaire?
For clarity: Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Mahjong Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching.
What format does Mahjong Solitaire offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
While learning, which play mode does Mahjong Solitaire use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.