The Game
IT IS FREE!!!In-App Purchase
- Mahjong 4 Friends Premium - $0.99
- Mahjong 4 Friends Premium - $9.99
- Ad-Free - $5.99
- NMJL Pro - $5.99
- Marvelous Pro - $5.99
- Chinese Pro - $5.99
Version 10.0.52025-07-07
Fixed a bug with the update prompt that caused it to incorrectly appear
Fixed an issue that could cause the 2025 card to occasionally not appear
Clarified several error messages to help reduce confusion regarding rules on allowable joker usage, on-turn placements, and more
Framework updates (iOS 14 now required)
Mahjong 4 Friends allows you to play mahjong with your friends and/or bots! American, Chinese, Hong Kong, and British Mahjong are supported. Can't play your way? Send us an email!
If you can't install Mahjong 4 Friends app, you can also play at https://mahjong4friends.com. The iOS app brings increased performance and additional features, so using it is recommended.
Mahjong 4 Friends provides instructions in little yellow bubbles while in the game. If you want to learn more about rules and strategies, a comprehensive tutorial is linked to from the app. Summaries of rules are provided below:
American Mahjong Rules (from NMJL card):
- One right, across, left charleston round (0-3 tiles left)
- If all 4 players agree, One left, across, right charleston round (0-3 tiles right)
- One charleston pass across (0-3 tiles)
- Mahjong when matching a combination on the card.
- Jokers can only be used in matches of 3 or more tiles.
- Any player can swap a matching tile for exposed jokers
Chinese/British/Hong Kong Rules:
- 4 pongs/kongs and a pair are mahjong
- Sequences can be used to replace a pong/kong
- An optional charleston is provided
- Mahjong and sequence limitations can be overridden (to help you play by your rules!)
You can play with your friends on any American Mahjong card by selecting "Other Card" - scoring is supported on the National Mahjongg League cards from 2020 to 2025, as well as the Marvelous Mah Jongg cards from 2021 to 2025.
You can purchase a National Mahjongg League card at https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#
You can purchase a Marvelous Mah-Jongg Card at https://marvelousmahjongg.com/
Playing a Game:
1. Open the App
2. Select either Single Player or Multiplayer mode
If Single Player, click "New Game", configure your game, and start!
If Multiplayer, create a room and send the link to invite other players, then configure your game and start!
Bug reports, feature requests, or other feedback? Email support@mahjong4friends.com
It can be difficult to diagnose issues from the limited information in reviews! Please contact support@mahjong4friends.com if you encounter issues or need assistance. Response times vary heavily, but we usually respond within 24 hours.
Happy Mahjong!
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