Taiwanese mahjong: frequently asked questions
Quick answers about playing Taiwanese 16-tile mahjong online.
Is it free to play?
Yes. Every mode is free to play, with or without an account.
Do I need an account?
No. You can join as a guest and start playing straight away. A free account keeps your player name and lets you sign in again later.
How do I play with friends?
Open a private table from the Play page, then share its six-digit room code, invite link or QR code. Friends join from any browser, and bots can fill any empty seats.
PlayDoes it work on a phone?
Yes. It runs in your phone's browser with touch controls and can be installed to your home screen. The table is drawn in landscape, so it turns the board when your phone is upright.
Can I play against bots?
Yes. Training starts a private single-hand game against three bots at Basic, Smart or Expert level. Quick match also fills empty seats with bots after 15 seconds, so you never wait for a full table.
PlayWhich mahjong rules does it use?
Taiwanese 16-tile mahjong: each player holds 16 tiles, and you win with five sets and a pair. Flowers and seasons are bonus tiles, and hands are scored in tai.
How to playHow is a hand scored?
Each pattern in a winning hand is worth some tai. Every payer pays the base points plus the per-tai points for each tai, and the dealer adds one more tai plus two for each consecutive win.
ScoringHow long does a game take?
The host chooses a single hand or a match of one, two or four wind rounds. Every turn has a 15-second clock plus a 20-second time bank for the game, and the host can turn the clock off.
What if I lose my connection?
After 10 seconds a bot plays your seat so the game never stalls. Reconnect and you take your seat back.
Which languages are supported?
English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese. Switch from the account menu at any time; the choice is remembered.