# zMahjong Solitaire by SZY

> Observation+Patience=Success

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id511676180](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id511676180)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id511676180`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Shen Zhongyuan
- **Category:** Board
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (299 ratings)
- **Version:** 24.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-01
- **First published:** 2012-04-04
- **Size:** 63 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zmahjong-solitaire-by-szy/id511676180)
- **Website:** [https://shenzyapp.com](https://shenzyapp.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://shenzyapp.com/apps/paid-policy-index.html](https://shenzyapp.com/apps/paid-policy-index.html)

## Description

zMahjong Solitaire by SZY reimagines the classic Zhongyuan Mahjong (Solitaire). It rewards keen observation, patience, and a competitive spirit, while staying incredibly relaxing for daily play—tens of thousands enjoy it every day.

Gameplay has no hints, no retries, and no assistance beyond your own insight. You remove two identical tiles on the same line and you may move tiles once before removing them. The board evolves as you play: sometimes no obvious pairs appear, but uncovering one can unlock many more. Unlike static Mahjong variants, zMahjong is dynamic and keeps changing through the game, offering a fresh challenge each session. An End button shows remaining removable pairs if you want a peek, but it won't help you win automatically. World-record notes from Game Center are included for flavor.

## Rankings

- #89,865 — Overall

## Review summary

Users love zMahjong Solitaire for its addictive, brain-boosting gameplay and its unique tile-moving mechanic, with many enjoying it across devices for years. However, the experience is marred by persistent ads (even after payment), stability problems (crashes/opening), and missing features like hints and undo. Counters for moves and matches are sometimes inaccurate or hard to track. Despite these issues, fans praise the game’s depth and the developers’ responsiveness to feedback.

### Pros

- Addictive and engaging puzzle that keeps players coming back and is praised as a brain workout.
- Unique tile-moving mechanic distinguishes it from traditional Mahjong and adds depth to the challenge.
- Longstanding favorite across multiple devices, offering relaxing yet mentally stimulating gameplay.
- Developers are responsive and have addressed issues, including reducing flickering ads and fixing problems when reported.

### Cons

- Intrusive ads: loud, frequent interstitials and ads that persist even after paying to remove them, with reports of ads reappearing after updates or purchases.
- Stability issues: occasional crashes and failures to open the game after closing or during play.
- Missing helpful features: lack of a hint button and no undo option, which some players find frustrating.
- Move/match counters are inconsistent: inaccurate counts, limited visibility of remaining moves, and only one-time check of available matches per game.

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