Mahjong for Seniors
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Mahjong is a tile game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. The great tile game of China, played at kitchen tables and in clubs all over the world. You and three computer players draw and put down tiles. Make four sets and a pair to call Mahjong.
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How to play Mahjong
- Tap Play now. Mahjong opens right here in your web browser.
- Choose a level: Easy, Medium or Harder.
- You and three computer players each hold 13 tiles. The tiles come in three suits numbered 1 to 9 (Dots, Bamboo and Characters), plus winds and dragons.
- On your turn you draw a tile. Tap a tile you do not need, then tap Put down.
- Build sets of three: a run in one suit, like 3 4 5 Bamboo, or three tiles the same.
- When another player puts down a tile you need, the game asks if you want it. Take it to finish a set, or to win.
- Four sets and one pair make Mahjong and win the hand. Points are added for extras, like a hand all in one suit.
- Four won hands make a game. The player with the most points wins.
- Take your time. There is no clock and no rush.
- When you finish, try the same level again or move up a level.
Three levels
- Easy: Four won hands make a game. The computer players often keep the wrong tiles and seldom take yours.
- Medium: Four won hands make a game. The computer players build their hands with care.
- Harder: Four won hands make a game. The computer players count every tile and take what they need.
Why people enjoy it
Mahjong has been a favorite at kitchen tables and in clubs for generations. Each tile you draw is a small surprise, and the moment four sets and a pair come together is a real thrill. Here the computer players keep the game moving, so you can enjoy it any time.
Similar games to try
Players who like Mahjong often go on to Tile Matching. Find two tiles that match and take them away. Clear the board. Okey is another good pick. The much loved tile game of tea houses in Turkey. Take a tile, put a tile down, and build runs and groups of numbered tiles, with a wild tile that changes every hand. Tile Rummy is worth a try too. A favorite with number tiles in four colors. Lay down runs and sets from your rack. The first to empty the rack wins.
Questions
Is Mahjong easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: Four won hands make a game. The computer players often keep the wrong tiles and seldom take yours. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: Four won hands make a game. The computer players count every tile and take what they need.
Can I make the words bigger in Mahjong?
Yes. The print is large to start with, and Settings lets you make it larger still. It works on a phone, tablet or computer.
What else is on ElderWit.com besides Mahjong?
Mahjong is one of 2,000+ games on ElderWit.com: word games, cards, trivia, puzzles, memory games and more, all with large print, calm screens and no ads.
More Cards and Boards
- Tile MatchingFind two tiles that match and take them away.
- OkeyThe much loved tile game of tea houses in Turkey.
- Tile RummyA favorite with number tiles in four colors.
- Tile ConnectClear the board in pairs.
- RummyDraw and throw away one card each turn.
- Gin RummyThe two player rummy game loved across America.
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