Classic rules
Free tiles have nothing on top and an open left or right side. Match two the same; flowers match flowers and seasons match seasons.
Every level can be cleared
Tiles are dealt with a way through. Stuck? Undo, shuffle what's left or ask for a hint.
Ten layouts
Square, arch, steps, diamond, butterfly, pyramid, fortress, twin, tower and grand, from quick boards to long ones.
Made for comfort
Large, clear tiles, blocked tiles shaded, four tables (jade, ocean, night, walnut) and light and dark themes.
Your games stay yours
Tilefold has no account and asks for no permissions. Your progress stays on your phone. The app is free with ads from Google AdMob, which never see your games.
Guides
How mahjong solitaire works, what the tiles are, and how to clear more boards.
- Mahjong tiles explained: suits, honours, flowers and seasons
What every mahjong tile is called, how many of each a full set has, and which tiles match in mahjong solitaire. With a picture of the whole set.
- Mahjong solitaire vs mahjong: what's the difference?
Mahjong solitaire and four-player mahjong share the tiles and little else. How each is played, side by side, and which one you're playing in a mahjong app.
- Mahjong solitaire strategy: 8 tips to clear more boards
How to choose the right pair in mahjong solitaire: uncover tall stacks, open long rows, count the fours, and use undo and shuffle wisely.
Questions
Is Tilefold free?
Yes, and there is no account to create. It shows a banner under the home screen and under the board, and now and then a full-screen ad between levels. Videos are optional: watch one for an extra hint or shuffle after the free ones.
Which tiles can I pick?
A tile is free when no tile lies on top of it and its left or right side is open. Tap two free tiles with the same picture to take them away. Any flower matches any flower, and any season matches any season.
Can every level be cleared?
Yes. Tilefold deals the tiles so that each board has a way through. If you get stuck, you can undo, shuffle the tiles that are left, or ask for a hint that keeps the board clearable.
How many hints and shuffles do I get?
3 free hints and 2 free shuffles on every level, and unlimited undo.
Is this the same as four-player mahjong?
No. Mahjong solitaire uses the same tiles, but it's a one-player matching game: there's no betting, no hands to build and no other players.
Which phones and languages does it support?
Android 8.0 or newer, phones and tablets, in portrait and landscape. The app is in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and German.