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How to Play Mahjong Connect

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Mahjong Connect: a guide for your next round

Take a moment with Mahjong Connect before moving to another game. Remove matching tiles connected by a path of at most two turns. Use the example below to understand a decision. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Look at what changes after your first action.

6×8 grid and two-turn path finding.

Practice with a purpose

Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.

Your objective

Remove matching tiles connected by a path of at most two turns. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.

From the start of a round

  1. Select equal tiles.
  2. The route must cross only empty cells.
  3. An outside-border path is allowed.
  4. Open connections by removing pairs.

Input guidance

Tap pairs; use Hint and Undo. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Look at the feedback after the action.

Try this example

A same-row pair needs an empty route between its endpoints. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Notice the change in the playing area.

Watch out for this

Three corners are invalid. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.

Read these answers for extra help

While learning, what is the goal of Mahjong Connect?

For clarity: Remove matching tiles connected by a path of at most two turns.

Before I begin, how do I control Mahjong Connect?

Tap pairs; use Hint and Undo.

Before I begin, what example helps explain Mahjong Connect?

Keep this in mind: A same-row pair needs an empty route between its endpoints.

What should I watch out for in Mahjong Connect?

Here is the relevant explanation: Three corners are invalid.

As a new player, what format does Mahjong Connect offer?

Keep this in mind: 6×8 grid and two-turn path finding.

Which play mode does Mahjong Connect use?

The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

Before I begin, where should I start with Mahjong Connect?

Here is the relevant explanation: Select equal tiles.

For a quick reminder, do I need an account or a payment for Mahjong Connect?

The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

Before I begin, how can I find Mahjong Connect again?

Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

For this browser game, how do I report an issue with Mahjong Connect?

Keep this in mind: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.

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