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How to play Mahjong Solitaire
Mahjong Solitaire gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
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.
Make the controls familiar
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Tap two free matching tiles. Use the control method described here for this activity. Look at the feedback after the action.
A useful example
Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Watch out for this
Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
As a new player, what is the goal of Mahjong Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs.
For this browser game, how do I control Mahjong Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Tap two free matching tiles.
As a new player, what example helps explain Mahjong Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Mahjong Solitaire?
For clarity: Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching.
While learning, what format does Mahjong Solitaire offer?
For clarity: 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.
Which play mode does Mahjong Solitaire use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.