Four Winds Mahjong for iPad

Four Winds Mahjong for iPad

by Thomas Tanner

12 ratings
76 reviews
$3.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 22, 2010
  • December 14, 2014

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Learn and play the traditional four-player Chinese Mahjong game against virtual opponents. Features include hazard tiles, special hands, and rule descriptions for beginners. Enjoy this ancient game anywhere with adjustable speed and autosave.

Four-player traditional Chinese Mahjong
Play against virtual opponents
Includes hazard tiles (flowers and seasons)
Special hands like Thirteen Orphans
Adjustable game speed
Autosave game position
Full description of rules
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What's New in Four Winds Mahjong for iPad

1.6.2

December 14, 2014

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - bug fixes: better recognition of complex mahjong hands

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User reviews

Good game but there are bugs

Particularly in situations where the human and a computer player have competing claims for a tile or for Mahjong. Computer always wins the dispute, regardless of position on the board or power of the claim. I’ve also seen a case in which the game failed to recognize a Mahjong.

Not as good as the PC version

I’ve always loved the Four Winds Mah Jong - it taught me how to play the game. Whilst this is a reasonable basic version, it has none of the many configurations available on the PC version so I can’t play my favourite American Modern game. I hope that it is amended with future updates.

My main issue is that it prevents me from discarding some tiles when I’m trying to be strategic which is immensely frustrating.
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Disappointed

I have been playing the free version for quite a while and thought I would invest in the paid version to be able to alter settings etc. very disappointed. You can't even change opponents names. I would like to see more changes, such as ability to turn off chows and a more accurate scoring system. Landscape orientation would be good too. Since there hasn't been an update in quite some time I'm not holding my breath. I should have just stuck with the free version.
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Exceptional

Really do like this game. Could do with better selection of special hands and most definitely no chows option. That would make this more entertaining. Notwithstanding though great graphics, no nonsense game. Hats off to developers. A multiplayer option would be good, would love to play this with daughter when on long trips away!!!
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Very good.

This is a very good representation of the real game of mahjong, as opposed to the many 'pairing' games that seem to exist.
It does the scoring for you, thus removing one of the off putting aspects for people unfamiliar with the game but doesn't help much in explaining how or why the score is arrived at.
The graphics are fine for iPad but the Mac version makes me squint.
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FAQ

What is Four Winds Mahjong for iPad?

Four Winds Mahjong for iPad is a digital implementation of the traditional four-player Chinese Mahjong game. It allows you to play against three virtual opponents and learn the game's rules and mechanics.

What are the key features of this Mahjong app?

Key features include playing against virtual opponents, using hazard tiles like flowers and seasons, special hands such as 'Thirteen Orphans', adjustable game speed, autosave functionality, and a comprehensive description of the game's rules.

How much does Four Winds Mahjong for iPad cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase for the full experience.

Is this app suitable for beginners?

Yes, the app is described as useful for beginners due to its full description of the Mahjong rules and how to play. This detailed explanation helps new players understand the game's mechanics and objectives.

What makes this Mahjong game unique?

This app focuses on the traditional four-player Chinese Mahjong variant, differentiating it from single-player Mahjong solitaire games. It also includes specific special hands and the 'Robbing the Kong' mechanic, offering a more authentic and complex gameplay experience.