Game guide · CQXINXING
Play Mahjong Solitaire with the rules at hand
Bring your attention to one round of Mahjong Solitaire. Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. 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.
Try a more deliberate round
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Refer to the controls when needed.
The challenge in front of you
Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Learn from a sample situation
Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the controls nearby.
A common point of confusion
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.
Game-specific help
When I return, what is the goal of Mahjong Solitaire?
Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs.
Before I begin, how do I control Mahjong Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Tap two free matching tiles.
While learning, what example helps explain Mahjong Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Mahjong Solitaire?
The key detail is this: 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.
For this browser game, 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.
For my first round, where should I start with Mahjong Solitaire?
For clarity: Choose a tile with no covering tile and a free left or right side.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Mahjong Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For this browser game, how can I find Mahjong Solitaire again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
How do I report an issue with Mahjong Solitaire?
Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
