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Mahjong Solitaire: what to know before playing
Bring your attention to one round of Mahjong Solitaire. Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
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.
Try a more deliberate 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 are aiming for
Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Making your moves
- 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.
Making selections and moves
Tap two free matching tiles. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. A new-round button replaces the current round.
A closer look at one example
Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Verify the rule before continuing.
Check this before moving on
Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
More answers before you play
What is the goal of Mahjong Solitaire?
For clarity: Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Mahjong Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Tap two free matching tiles.
When I return, 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?
Keep this in mind: Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching.
On this playing page, what format does Mahjong Solitaire offer?
Keep this in mind: 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?
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.