# Mahjong by Microsoft — Hundreds of Mahjong Puzzles

> Classic Mahjong tile-matching puzzle game with daily challenges and customization. (iPhone/iPad app by Microsoft Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-by-microsoft/id1486892969 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Microsoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/298856275)
- Category: Games, Casual, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 2,366 App Store ratings · 380 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 120 MB
- Languages: American English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Norwegian Bokmål, Polish and 5 more
- Released: 2021-01-12
- Data updated: 2026-09-05
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-by-microsoft/id1486892969/reviews.md

## What is Mahjong by Microsoft?

Escape in the tranquil beauty of Mahjong by Microsoft where hundreds of tile matching puzzles are ready to solve in the popular game of strategy, memory, and skill. Play among gorgeous backgrounds, relaxing sounds, and unique themes to match any mood. 

Relax as you earn points by completing mahjong puzzles at your own pace. Use HINTS or SHUFFLE tiles for ease of play. Earn extra points when you solve puzzles without HELP, or match the same suit of mahjong tiles in a row to create a chain bonus. Choose a higher LEVEL of DIFFICULTY to earn even more points! Unlock NEW mahjong tile sets & backgrounds as you level up. Customize your board or bookmark your FAVORITES to play again and again. 

Five (5) DAILY CHALLENGES available for you to complete each day. Achieve Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond, or a Perfect Badge for completing ALL challenges EVERY DAY of the month! Choose from Classic Challenges, Golden Tiles, Lightning Tiles, Match Attack, or Score Attack. For even MORE excitement, turn on the timer to challenge your speed, or find Quick Play matches.

No matter how you play, enjoy a peaceful journey in Mahjong by Microsoft.

•	Hundreds of Puzzles to Solve
•	5 Unique Daily Challenges Every Day
•	Earn Points & Collect Achievements
•       Enjoy ENDLESS FUN!
•	New Tile Sets & Backgrounds
•	Bookmark Favorite Puzzles to Play Again
•	Customize Your Game Board
•	Train Your Brain with Tile-Matching Fun
•	Relax among Tranquil Scenes & Soothing Sounds

Sign-in with a Microsoft Account to save your progress, collect achievements, and play across multiple mobile devices.

Upgrade to Premium on iPhone and iPad.
You can purchase the Microsoft Mahjong Premium Subscription for $1.99 per Month or $9.99 per Year. Benefits that come with a Premium Subscription include:

•	Removing advertisements from your game
•	Play Daily Challenges from previous months
NOTE: Premium Subscription grants premium experience on mobile only. It is non-transferrable to other platforms.

Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account on confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews monthly or annually depending on the subscription type purchased. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period ($1.99 monthly, or $9.99 annually, depending on the subscription type purchased). You can turn off your auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. If auto-renewal is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period, you will not be charged for the next period. All cancellations will take effect at the end of the current period.

For more information visit: https://aka.ms/MicrosoftMahjong_support 

© Microsoft 2025. All Rights Reserved.  
Microsoft, Microsoft Casual Games, the product logos and Mahjong, and the Mahjong logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Acceptance of Microsoft Services Agreement and Privacy Statement are required to play. (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/servicesagreement, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/privacy/privacystatement) Microsoft account registration required for cross-platform play. Game offers in-app purchases. Persistent internet connection required. Features, online services and system requirements may vary by country and are subject to change or retirement over time.

## Key features

- Hundreds of Mahjong puzzles
- Daily challenges
- Earn points and collect achievements
- Unlock new tile sets and backgrounds
- Customize game board
- Bookmark favorite puzzles
- Brain training

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |


## What do users think of Mahjong by Microsoft?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Variety of puzzles and boards
- ⭐ Great visual design
- 💡 Challenging but rewarding
- 🕹️ Relaxing and enjoyable

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 📢 Intrusive and excessive ads
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Connectivity issues with daily challenges
- 🚫 Progress not syncing across devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Tiles getting stuck and unable to complete puzzles
- Wrong puzzles loading when selected
- Daily challenges not downloading properly

**Most requested features**

- Landscape mode support
- Option to disable animations
- More puzzle packs and content updates
- Sync progress with Xbox account
- Premium version without ads

## Recent user reviews (10 of 380)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-by-microsoft/id1486892969/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Great butnehy the ads?

*2026-08-02, version 4.9*

Great game butnwhy ads Microsoft?

### 4/5 — Consumer

*2026-07-23, version 4.9*

I enjoy seeing the different tiles.

### 1/5 — Ads covering screen

*2026-07-15, version 4.9*

Can’t play this on my phone cause an ad covers part of the screen and won’t go away. I’ve tried deleting the app and downloading again several times but same thing happens. Doesn’t matter which game mode it’s in. I would love for this to be fixed!

### 1/5 — Ads block game

*2026-07-12, version 4.9*

The banner ads are now so large that they block the game board. You can no longer finish most of the levels because you can’t access the game tiles behind the ads.

### 4/5 — Apple Interference

*2026-07-03, version 4.9*

Love the game but Apple purposely places ads over the game making it difficult to see tiles. With Vita Mahjong they do not place ads over the tiles.

### 5/5 — Nice

*2026-06-29, version 4.9*

Simple but challenging fun

### 1/5 — Ads override volume settings

*2026-06-19, version 4.9*

I don’t mind an ad here and there, but if my phone is set to silent the ad better not override my  choice to have notifications and sound silenced. Bad design.

### 2/5 — Ads cover upper left corner

*2026-05-15, version 4.9*

I would appreciate an explanation of why the ads are covering the upper left corner of the game, which at times makes it impossible to play on my cell phone.

### 5/5 — Great game, good graphics, and fun,

*2026-04-10, version 4.9*

Easy directions and games have different skills tested. Thank you!  Otzzed

### 4/5 — Daily RELAXATION

*2026-04-05, version 4.9*

By Determined Diamond Mary

If I am too busy to complete my five tasks each day, I try to catch up to achieve my Logical Skills the following day. It keeps me sharp and concentrated……..Thank you 
Micro soft staff teamwork.     .

## Frequently asked questions about Mahjong by Microsoft

### What is Mahjong by Microsoft?

Mahjong by Microsoft is a tile-matching puzzle game offering hundreds of puzzles. It features a relaxing atmosphere with gorgeous backgrounds and soothing sounds, designed to challenge your strategy, memory, and skill.

### What are the key features of this Mahjong app?

Key features include hundreds of puzzles, five unique daily challenges each day, earning points for puzzle completion, unlocking new tile sets and backgrounds, and the ability to bookmark favorite puzzles. You can also customize your game board and train your brain.

### How much does Mahjong by Microsoft cost?

The base game is free to play. There is an optional Premium Subscription available for $1.99 per month or $9.99 per year, which removes advertisements and allows access to past daily challenges. This premium feature is for mobile only.

### What platforms is Mahjong by Microsoft available on?

The application is available on mobile devices. Signing in with a Microsoft Account allows you to save progress and play across multiple mobile devices. Premium subscriptions are specifically mentioned for iPhone and iPad.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for users seeking a relaxing way to pass the time, a mental workout to improve memory and strategy skills, or a daily routine of engaging puzzles. It's perfect for unwinding with its tranquil scenes and soothing sounds.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.9 — 2026-02-13

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 4.8.1 — 2025-11-19

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 4.8 — 2025-10-21

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 4.6 — 2024-09-04

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 4.5.2230 — 2024-03-07

Various Bug Fixes and Updates

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