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Player Count Adjustments

American Mah Jongg can be adapted for different player counts. The following sections outline variations for games involving two, three, five, or six players.

  • Five or Six-Handed Mah Jongg
  • Three-Handed Mah Jongg
  • Two-Handed Mah Jongg
The Complete American Mah Jongg Rulebook

The Complete American Mah Jongg Rulebook

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