Description
Instructions: Use your mouse to play this game.
Mahjong Classic keeps to the traditional setup, 144 tiles stacked in five layers that form a pyramid. Most players of mahjong solitaire will recognize this arrangement at once. It belongs to our Mahjong Games.
Made in HTML5, the pyramid works just as well on a phone or tablet as on a desktop. A standard layout like this is a good place to learn the rules before trying the other variants in the category.
Pairing the tiles
Look for a matching pair among the tiles you are allowed to take. That means tiles with nothing resting on them and with either the left or the right edge open. The top of the pyramid is usually where the first free tiles are. Clear all 144 and the game is won.
Mahjong strategy
- Work on the tall middle stack early, it hides many tiles underneath.
- When several identical tiles are free, pick the pair that uncovers the most new tiles.
- Leave pairs that block nothing for later.
Game details
- Platforms
- Desktop, Mobile, Tablet
- Categories
- 1 Player, Mobile Games, Mahjong Games, Puzzle, HTML5
- Rating
- 8.03% (1.520 votes)
- Times played
- 72.284
Games in the Mahjong Classic series
Frequently asked questions
How many tiles are in Mahjong Classic?
144 tiles, arranged in five layers in the shape of a pyramid.
Is Mahjong Classic playable on a phone?
It is. The same pyramid appears on phones and tablets.