Beginner's Guide to Shaanxi Mahjong

Shaanxi Mahjong (陕西麻将) is a straightforward Mahjong variant played in north-central China. Shaanxi should not to be confused with Shanxi, which is west of the Taihang Mountains, even though it sounds similar. Shaanxi Mahjong is known...

Beginner's Guide to Hangzhou Mahjong

Hangzhou Mahjong (杭州麻将) is a regional Mahjong variant in from the Zhejiang Province known for its fast-paced play and unique scoring such as bonuses for "Explosive Pair" (Bao Tou (爆头)) and "Fortune Gambit" (Cai Piao (财飞))....

Beginner's Guide to Changsha Mahjong

Changsha Mahjong (长沙麻将), also known as 258 Mahjong, is a popular variation of Mahjong originating from Changsha in the Hunan Province of China. Known for its simplicity, fast-paced gameplay, and high probability of winning, it...

Beginner's Guide to Modern American Mahjong

American Mahjong is a fascinating game of skill, strategy, and chance that has captivated players for generations. Whether you're new to the game or looking to refine your understanding, this guide will walk you through...

Beginner's Guide to Malaysian Mahjong

Malaysian Mahjong is a fast-paced and exciting variation of traditional Mahjong, played with three players instead of the usual four. It retains the core elements of the game—forming winning hands through Pongs, Chows, and Kongs—but...

Beginner's Guide to Hefei Mahjong

Hefei mahjong is a fast paced variant from Hefei in the Anhui Province. It's a regional variant of the traditional Chinese Mahjong game that stands out due to its simplified tile set, omitting flowers, wind,...