# Mahjong Zen: Classic Chinese Board Game — Solitaire tile matching puzzle

> Classic solitaire tile matching puzzle game with over 500 boards. (iPhone/iPad app by GAZEUS GAMES SERVICOS DE INTERNET S.A..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-zen-classic-chinese-board-game/id1020369222 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [GAZEUS GAMES SERVICOS DE INTERNET S.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/562305388)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.41/5 from 623 App Store ratings · 130 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 95 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Chinese, Spanish, Chinese
- Released: 2015-07-31
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-zen-classic-chinese-board-game/id1020369222/reviews.md

## What is Mahjong Zen?

Mahjong was one of the first boardgames ever invented, in 500 BC: It doesn’t get any more traditional than that! It’s a challenging but relaxing game where you match identical tiles in pairs of two, with the objective of cleaning all the board.

Mahjong Zen: Classic Chinese Board Game is perfect for those who like to unwind at the end of the day, with its soothing backgrounds, tranquil music and relaxing yet engaging gameplay. 

Improve your logical reasoning, visual memory, coordination and agility while you get your zen on! 

Main Features:
*More than 500 boards
*Graphics in HD
*Soothing background music
*Unique sets of stones
*Relaxing gameplay
*Beautiful backgrounds to choose from
*Options of tips, highlight pieces and undo moves
*Complete challenges and earn up to three stars per solved board
*And more!

Play now Mahjong Zen - Classic Chinese Board Game FOR FREE! Have fun with the traditional pastime from the East.

## Key features

- Over 500 boards
- HD graphics
- Soothing background music
- Unique stone sets
- Relaxing gameplay
- Beautiful backgrounds
- Tips, highlighting, and undo options

## What do users think of Mahjong Zen?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Relaxing and enjoyable gameplay
- 🧠 Challenges the mind
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and backgrounds
- 🕹️ Easy to play and intuitive controls

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and app not working
- 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- ⏱️ Frustrating time limits and scoring system
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game freezes on loading screen
- Tiles not responding to touch input
- Saved progress not loading correctly

**Most requested features**

- More levels and challenges
- Option to disable ads
- Customizable difficulty settings
- Cloud sync and progress tracking

## Recent user reviews (10 of 130)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-zen-classic-chinese-board-game/id1020369222/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Works well with iPad but doesn’t open on IPhone😕

*2025-04-20*

Nice game for iPad but refuses to open on iPhone 16

### 1/5 — Wouldn’t work

*2023-06-21, version 1.0.6*

???

### 4/5 — Rating the gamettyh

*2022-10-09, version 1.0.6*

I prefer this game to all other majong games I have played because of the size of the tiles. I don’t like the way the tiles close in then widen out again, I find that distracting. All in all a good game Thanks

### 5/5 — Lisa

*2022-03-09, version 1.0.6*

Love this game!

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2021-10-28, version 1.0.6*

I do not know if it is just me because when ever I open the app it just stays on the loading screen and does nothing 😞

### 1/5 — Downloaded but won’t open

*2021-07-29*

I’ve downloaded the game but it won’t open

### 1/5 — Mahjong Zen

*2021-06-06, version 1.0.6*

I played this game for years and now it won’t work at all!

### 1/5 — Not working

*2021-05-28, version 1.0.6*

I just downloaded but it’s stuck on the opening logo. It won’t open the game

### 5/5 — Waiting for the next level!

*2021-04-08, version 1.0.6*

Love this game and done it over and over but I would love to see the next level in this century!

### 4/5 — Mah jong zen

*2021-04-04, version 1.0.6*

Love the game but it won’t open for me.

## Frequently asked questions about Mahjong Zen

### What is Mahjong Zen: Classic Chinese Board Game?

Mahjong Zen is a solitaire tile-matching puzzle game based on the traditional Chinese board game. The objective is to match identical tiles in pairs to clear the board, offering a challenging yet relaxing experience.

### What are the main features of Mahjong Zen?

The app boasts over 500 boards, HD graphics, soothing background music, unique sets of stones, and relaxing gameplay. It also includes helpful options like tips, highlighting pieces, and undo moves, along with challenges to earn stars.

### Is Mahjong Zen free to play?

Yes, Mahjong Zen: Classic Chinese Board Game is available to play for free. The description explicitly states 'Play now Mahjong Zen - Classic Chinese Board Game FOR FREE!'

### What are the benefits of playing Mahjong Zen?

Playing Mahjong Zen can help improve your logical reasoning, visual memory, coordination, and agility. It is designed to be a relaxing yet engaging way to unwind and exercise your mind.

### What kind of device can I play Mahjong Zen on?

While specific compatibility details are not provided, the app is designed for mobile devices. Its features like HD graphics and relaxing gameplay suggest it is optimized for smartphones and tablets.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.6 — 2017-09-11

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

In this update of Mahjong Zen - Classic Chinese Board Game.

* Improvements in app performance.
* Small bug-fixes.

Please rate Mahjong Zen - Classic Chinese Board Game after every update! Your comments will help us guarantee the best gaming experience possible! Send us questions, suggestions or criticisms to: mahjong.ios@gazeus.com.

### 1.0.5 — 2017-04-25

In this version of the game Mahjong Zen:

- Improvements to the app’s performance.
- and bug fixes.

What do you think? Let us know at mahjong.ios@gazeus.com.
If you liked this update, rate the app Mahjong Zen! Have a good game!

### 1.0.4 — 2016-01-27

You’ve been asking, we’ve been listening: we will now periodically include new levels in Mahjong Zen! 

From now on we will add new challenges constantly. And the best: without needing to update your app. Now you will always have new levels to get your Zen on. Stay tuned!

What do you think? Let us know at mahjong.ios@gazeus.com.
If you liked this update, rate the app Mahjong Zen! Have a good game!

### 1.0.3 — 2015-12-11

In this version of the game Mahjong Zen Jogatina:

- Improvements to the app’s performance.
- and bug fixes.

What do you think? Let us know at mahjong.ios@gazeus.com.
If you liked this update, rate the app Mahjong Zen! Have a good game!

### 1.0.2 — 2015-09-14

New Features for Mahjong Zen:

Now it's faster to download and takes up less space on your device!
Improvements to the app’s performance.
And small bug fixes.

What do you think? Let us know at mahjong.ios@gazeus.com
If you liked this update, rate the app Mahjong Zen! Have a good game!

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