Mahjong Soul

Released Jul 2024

Mahjong Soul is an online game that adopted the classic Japanese Mahjong gameplay. Here, you can hone your mahjong skills with players from worldwide or spend leisure time with friends, bond with various charismatic characters, and experience an abundance of unique stories.

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Released, ongoing live service game

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Live Service

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Released, ongoing live service game

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Live Service

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Steam Free

Evaluation

Mahjong Soul is a free-to-play online Mahjong game that launched on Steam on July 23, 2024. It is structured as a live service, meaning new content is delivered on a continuous, indefinite basis rather than as a finite set of planned additions. The developer has maintained a steady drumbeat of content since launch: major updates have shipped roughly every 4–8 weeks and include rotating limited-time collaboration events with outside franchises (Sword Art Online in April 2026, AKAGI in June 2026, Gintama in October 2025, Fate/stay night in April 2025, THE IDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS in November 2024), original seasonal events (Beachside Cabana launched August 18, 2026; Wishes Unbridled in February 2026), new playable characters with their own stories and cosmetic outfits, limited-time special gameplay modes, and ongoing summon banner rotations — all hallmarks of a game designed to be perpetually updated. The most recent developer communication is the Beachside Cabana event post dated August 19, 2026 (today), confirming the game is actively operated with content running through September 8, 2026. The game's 7th Anniversary in April 2026 included a special first-purchase reset bonus, signaling the developer continues to mark milestone events and invest in player retention. There is no indication the developer has any intention of winding down content operations.

Evidence

Beachside Cabana limited-time event launched August 18, 2026, featuring a new character (Chi Lin), new outfits, limited-time summon banners, and a CatChat story — event runs through September 8, 2026.

news post · Aug 19, 2026 source development ongoing

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AKAGI x Mahjong Soul collaboration rerun event launched June 16, 2026, with new outfits, special gameplay modes (Battle of Clairvoyance and Battle of Darkness), and limited-time summon banners.

news post · Jun 17, 2026 source development ongoing

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Details

Developer

Catfood Studio

Publisher

YOSTAR HONG KONG LIMITED

Achievements

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Platform

Windows

Controller

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Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Multiplayer · PvP

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About this game

Classic Japanese Mahjong

Mahjong Soul preserves the features of classic Japanese Mahjong (also known as Riichi Mahjong). You can play against opponents at similar skill levels to hone your skills.

Easy tutorial for beginners

Beginners are welcomed with easy-to-understand tutorials, which cover not just the basics but also teach you how to handle various game scenarios. With step-by-step guides, even beginners can become proficient in no time.

Enjoy yourself with pals, or engage in global matches

You can not only create private rooms to play with friends in Friend Room, but also battle players from around the world. Test each other's skills, and enjoy a variety of special and amusing mahjong modes.

Meet an abundance of charismatic characters

Interact with a range of charming characters that bring unique stories to life, enhancing your gaming experience as you form bonds and explore the world of Mahjong Soul with them.

Fancy-up matches with decorations

Immerse yourself in dynamic effects that make every mahjong match a thrilling game. From a tiny tile to an entire tablecloth, every detail can be customized to suit your taste.