Riichi Mahjong - Mahjong strategy & fun

Genuine Japanese mahjong featuring riichi mechanics and dora tiles.

- Discover the game: Step-by-step tutorials and guides for beginners.

- Options for both multiplayer and singleplayer experiences.

- A variety of AI opponents with unique styles of play.

- Customizable rule sets: Choose to play by official JPML, EMA, or WRC regulations, or establish your own guidelines.

- Replay feature: Record any game for later viewing. You can fast forward, rewind, and even enter play mode at any moment during the replay to attempt different strategies for the hand.

- Replay sharing: Distribute your recorded games directly from within the app so friends can view them. They can watch or save the replays using the game.

- Special moves: Options to revert your last move, search for specific tiles, or dramatically flip the table!

- AR Mode: If your device is compatible with augmented reality, you can engage in gameplay as though it were at a physical table.

- Guess the wait: A specialized game mode aimed at enhancing your skills in reading discards. Challenge yourself to determine which tiles your opponents require for victory.

Authentic Riichi Mahjong: Sharpening Your Tactical Instincts

Stepping into this meticulously crafted digital mahjong hall has transformed my appreciation for riichi strategy. As a player who once struggled with the intricacies of furiten and dora implications, the step-by-step tutorials provided a crystal-clear foundation—no prior Japanese terminology knowledge needed. 

What truly elevates this beyond a simple simulator is how deeply it simulates table psychology. Facing off against AI opponents with distinct personalities (the cautious "wall builder," the aggressive "riichi hunter") forced me to constantly adapt my discards and defensive strategies. I spent hours in "Guess the Wait" mode analyzing opponents' discard piles, gradually honing my tile-reading intuition—a skill now seamlessly transferring to human games. 

The replay system became my secret weapon: after a frustrating loss, I’d relive the match point, pause before my critical discard, and test alternative moves to see how the hand could have unfolded—transforming defeats into masterclasses. 

While AR mode (on my iPad Pro) offered thrilling immersion—projecting swirling tiles onto my coffee table—it’s the custom rule presets (JPML for strict tournament practice, WRC for relaxed play) that make this indispensable. 

Even the cheeky "table flip" adds genuine charm after surrendering to a brutal haneman. This isn’t just a port; it’s a dynamic sensei for anyone serious about elevating their mahjong mind.

FAQs (Based on Deep Gameplay Experience):

Q: How effective are the tutorials for complete beginners?

A: Exceptionally structured. Interactive drills explain concepts like "tenpai," "dora," and "riichi" without overwhelming jargon. The "Basic Hands" walkthrough makes complex patterns (like All Simples) intuitive through visual cues and real-time correction.

Q: Can I realistically practice defense against aggressive AI?

A: Absolutely. Higher-level AI anticipates your waits and uses dangerous discards as traps. Playing against the "Ron Specialist" AI taught me to spot potential dama (concealed riichi) setups and when folding a tenpai hand was safer than risking huge points.

Q: How valuable is the replay analysis feature?

A: Game-changing. Pausing a replay to draw alternative tiles showed me exactly why my chosen discard triggered a costly ron. I repeatedly used it to identify weaknesses in my efficiency—like overlooking open-ended vs. closed waits during tile grouping.

Q: Does the AR mode enhance strategy or is it purely visual?

A: Tactile placement matters! Physically moving tiles with gestures mirrors real table feel, making discard reads and tile-touching habits more instinctual. Seeing opponents' "virtual" reactions in 3D also heightens pressure during damaten waits.

Q: How strict are the official rule presets (JPML/WRC)?

A: Rigorously authentic. JPML settings enforce strict furiten penalties, 8-point red fives, and exhaustive draws. WRC rules relax red five usage and offer optional "akadora" variations. Custom rules allow mixing elements (like Kuitan on/off) for tailored practice.

Q: What’s the point of the "flip table" button? Practical or joke?

A: Pure catharsis! After a devastating tsumo loss to a concealed tanki wait? A satisfying, non-destructive outlet for that "virtual" frustration, adding a dash of humor amidst tense competition.