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Ludopedia
6.5
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy fast challenges, Mahjong combos, and a dash of adventure, you'll love Dungeon Mahjong.
Highlights
- Strategic challenge
- Mahjong combos
- Dungeon exploration
- Fast playtime
- Fun with friends
Keep in mind
- Some rule complexity
- Small components
- Luck factor
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Dungeon Mahjong, released in 2025, is an adventure and fantasy game that blends the logic of Mahjong with the thrill of dungeon crawling. Designed for 1 to 4 players, it lasts 30 to 45 minutes and has a weight of 5, making it ideal for quick but strategic sessions.
Players take on the role of young adventurers who delve into the Royal Dungeon in search of glory and treasure. Each starts with a hand of six Guild cards, representing followers of one of five classes (Thief, Warrior, Sorcerer, Knight, and Monk), numbered 1 to 5. On their turn, a player may choose between two actions: discard a Guild card to use its effect or reveal cards from their hand to attempt to defeat a monster.
Monsters come in three levels, each requiring a specific number of Mahjong‑style melds—either three consecutive numbers or three identical numbers—plus additional level‑specific requirements. When a monster is defeated, it joins the player’s party, granting victory points and special effects that can swing the game.
The climax arrives when a player defeats one of the four level‑three Demon Lords, or three other level‑three monsters. The game ends and the player with the most victory points is crowned hero. The hand‑management mechanic combined with set collection creates a balance between careful planning and quick reactions, while the dungeon theme keeps everyone engaged in the hunt for loot and glory.
Dungeon Mahjong is perfect for fans of card‑based strategy games with a dash of adventure, and those who don’t want to wait hours to finish. If you enjoy fast challenges, Mahjong combos, and a fantasy setting, this game will surprise and entertain you and any group of friends.
Players take on the role of young adventurers who delve into the Royal Dungeon in search of glory and treasure. Each starts with a hand of six Guild cards, representing followers of one of five classes (Thief, Warrior, Sorcerer, Knight, and Monk), numbered 1 to 5. On their turn, a player may choose between two actions: discard a Guild card to use its effect or reveal cards from their hand to attempt to defeat a monster.
Monsters come in three levels, each requiring a specific number of Mahjong‑style melds—either three consecutive numbers or three identical numbers—plus additional level‑specific requirements. When a monster is defeated, it joins the player’s party, granting victory points and special effects that can swing the game.
The climax arrives when a player defeats one of the four level‑three Demon Lords, or three other level‑three monsters. The game ends and the player with the most victory points is crowned hero. The hand‑management mechanic combined with set collection creates a balance between careful planning and quick reactions, while the dungeon theme keeps everyone engaged in the hunt for loot and glory.
Dungeon Mahjong is perfect for fans of card‑based strategy games with a dash of adventure, and those who don’t want to wait hours to finish. If you enjoy fast challenges, Mahjong combos, and a fantasy setting, this game will surprise and entertain you and any group of friends.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
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Publisher
Game Nowa
Designer
かぶきけんいち (Kenichi Kabuki)
Artist
たかみまこと (Makoto Takami)
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Dungeon Mahjong?
1 to 4 players.
How long does a game last?
Between 30 and 45 minutes, depending on players' experience.
What is the game's complexity?
Medium – it involves hand management and set collection, but the rules are straightforward.
What are the main components?
Guild cards, monster cards, victory tokens, and a dungeon board.
Who is Dungeon Mahjong recommended for?
Those who enjoy strategic card games with numbers and a fantasy theme.
How does the game end?
It ends when a player defeats a level‑three Demon Lord or three other level‑three monsters; the player with the most points wins.
What distinguishes the monster levels?
Levels differ in the number of melds required and additional requirements to defeat them.
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