What is Mini Mahj?
Mini Mahj is a free daily American Mahjong challenge game. Every day at midnight ET, a new challenge is released — the same tiles, the same wall, and the same three AI opponents for every player worldwide. It's Mahjong meets Wordle: a quick, skill-based challenge you can play in about five minutes.
Whether you've played American Mahjong for decades or have never picked up a tile, Mini Mahj is designed to be approachable, fun, and just the right amount of competitive. No download required. No account. Completely free.
Meet Your Opponents — Ivy, Rose & Lily
Every game you play against the same three AI opponents. Each one has her own style. Beat all three and you top the leaderboard.
Ivy
"She remembers every tile you discarded."
Calculated and relentless. Ivy plays the long game and almost never makes a mistake.
Rose
"She always knows exactly what you'll throw."
Charming and impossibly lucky. Rose has an uncanny knack for drawing exactly what she needs.
Lily
"She plays on vibes and wins on instinct."
Cheerful and free-spirited. Lily doesn't overthink — but somehow she's always one tile away.
Why We Built It
Mahjong has been bringing people together for generations. But most digital Mahjong games are either solitaire tile-matching (not real Mahjong) or require finding three other players to sit down at the same time.
We wanted something different: a daily Mahjong experience that captures the strategy of real American Mahjong, fits into a busy day, and gives you a reason to come back every morning. One challenge. Same for everyone. Skill decides.
What Makes It Different
Real Mahjong, Not Solitaire
Mini Mahj is based on American Mahjong rules — drawing, discarding, and building hands toward a pattern on the card. Not the tile-matching game you might be thinking of.
Same Challenge for Everyone
Every player gets identical tiles and wall. Your decisions are what matter. Compare your results with friends and see who played it best.
Five Minutes a Day
No hour-long sessions needed. Play your daily challenge during your morning coffee, on your commute, or during a quick break.
Free to Play
Mini Mahj is completely free. No ads, no paywalls, no premium tiers. Just a daily challenge and a leaderboard.
Who It's For
Mini Mahj is for anyone who enjoys a good daily challenge. If you play Wordle, the NYT Mini Crossword, or Connections, you'll feel right at home. If you already love American Mahjong, Mini Mahj gives you a quick daily fix. And if you've never played Mahjong, this is the easiest way to discover why millions of people around the world love it.
Not sure where to start? Our How to Play guide walks you through the basics in a few minutes.
Get in Touch
Have feedback, questions, or just want to say hello? DM us on Instagram at @minimahjdaily or email us at hello@minimahjdaily.com. We read everything.
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