Play Mahjong Touhaiden, The (Japan) Online

Mahjong Touhaiden is a 1993 Super Nintendo Entertainment System release from developer/publisher I'Max. It arrived during a period when the SNES library was diversifying, offering more than just platformers and RPGs, and it carved out a niche for itself with a distinct personality.

You control a young mahjong player aiming to defeat a series of increasingly difficult rivals in one-on-one matches. The main objective is to climb the ranks by winning these matches, which are punctuated by character-specific dialogue and reactions. Signature mechanics include a standard Japanese mahjong ruleset, screen-by-screen navigation of a city map to find opponents, and a light story that unfolds through your victories. The pacing is deliberate, focused on thoughtful tile play rather than action, and the difficulty can spike with certain opponents. It feels like a tense, personal duel where every discarded tile carries weight.