American Mahjong for iPhone
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The American Mahjong app designed for the way you actually play. Practice against bots, gather your friends, or match with players who love the game as much as you do.
4.7 on the App Store
Your Game, Beautifully Played
Everything you love about American Mahjong, thoughtfully designed for your iPhone.
Play Your Way
Practice against smart bots when you want to sharpen your skills. Invite your regular group for game night. Or match with other real players online whenever the mood strikes.
Beautiful Tile Sets
Choose from multiple themed tile designs to make the game feel truly yours. From the classic look to our stunning Venice collection, every set is crafted with care.
Built for American Mahjong
Designed specifically for American Mahjong rules with annual NMJL card support. An official NMJL card is required to play — purchase yours at nationalmahjonggleague.org.
What is American Mahjong?
American Mahjong is a four-player tile game governed by the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL). Players use 166 tiles and an annual card that lists every winning hand, with a fresh card released each April. The American version grew out of Chinese Mahjong in the 1930s and is set apart by the Charleston, eight Jokers, and the card-based hands.
How the game works
Each player starts with 13 tiles and takes turns drawing and discarding. The goal is to build a hand that matches one of the patterns on the NMJL card. Before the first draw, players exchange tiles through several rounds of structured passing known as the Charleston.
The tiles are split across three number suits (Craks, Bams, and Dots), four Winds, three Dragons, eight Flowers, and eight Jokers that can stand in for other tiles under specific rules. Our glossary explains every term, and our complete rules guide covers every step of play.
How to learn the game
Most players learn from a teacher, a family member, or a self-paced app. The rules feel complex on paper but click quickly in practice. Our beginner's guide walks through your first game step by step, and our 12 free lessons inside Mahj Parlour cover everything from reading the card to defensive play.
Start Here
If you're new to Mahj Parlour or American Mahjong, these are the first guides to read.
Beginner's Guide
Learn the core flow of American Mahjong before your first real game.
Rules Guide
Get the full rules for dealing, calling, exposures, Jokers, and scoring.
NMJL Card Guide
Decode the notation, colors, and hand structure on the card.
Play Online With Friends
Set up private online games when your regular table can't meet in person.
Best American Mahjong Apps for iPhone
Compare the main iPhone options for real NMJL-style play.
Need a lower-friction starting point? See our guide to the easy American Mahjong app options for seniors .
Gather Around the Table
Join a growing community of American Mahjong players who've found their new favorite way to play. Whether it's your Tuesday group or a quick game before dinner, your table is always ready.
Ready to Play?
Download Mahj Parlour and find out why players are calling it the best American Mahjong app for iPhone.
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