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Mahjong Solitaire: a guide for your next round
Start Mahjong Solitaire by looking at the playing area and its controls. Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Read the objective before making your first input. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
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.
Something to practise
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.
The purpose of your moves
Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Check the rules when you are unsure.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Tap two free matching tiles. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
An example before you play
Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Consider the next action carefully.
Keep this in mind
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
Before I begin, what is the goal of Mahjong Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Mahjong Solitaire?
For clarity: Tap two free matching tiles.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Mahjong Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Mahjong Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching.
On this playing page, what format does Mahjong Solitaire offer?
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.
When I return, which play mode does Mahjong Solitaire use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.