- Tiles
- Layers
- Difficulty
Solid squares, open edges
The Pyramid is four solid squares stacked like steps. With no gaps in any layer, only the tiles at the left and right edges of each row are free at the start, plus whatever sits at the very top.
That makes this a layout about edges. Each match you make at the end of a row exposes the next tile in, and every step you clear from the top exposes a new ring of edges below.
Strategy tips
- Take the summit early. The top block covers the centre of the board. The sooner it goes, the more choices you have.
- Peel rows evenly. Clear rows from both ends rather than racing down one side; it keeps more tiles free.
- Think one layer down. Before matching, look at what the tile is covering. Prefer matches that uncover tiles you already have partners for.
- Use flowers and seasons as wildcards. They match within their group, so they are easy to pair when the edges dry up.
Play anywhere
Pyramid is compact and square, so it fits a phone screen at a comfortable tile size. Your fastest clear is remembered on your device.
How to play Pyramid Mahjong
- 1
Find a free tile
A tile is free when no tile lies on top of it and its left or right side is open.
- 2
Pick a matching pair
Tap two free tiles with the same picture. Any two flowers match each other, as do any two seasons.
- 3
Clear the board
Matched pairs disappear. Keep pairing until every tile is gone to win.
- 4
Use the helpers
Hint shows a playable pair, Undo takes back a move, and Shuffle re-deals the remaining tiles if you run out of moves.
Frequently asked questions
How many tiles does Pyramid Mahjong use?
+
Pyramid uses 120 tiles in 4 square layers, each one smaller than the layer below it.
What is the best way to start a Pyramid game?
+
Take apart the top two layers first. Each top tile sits over several lower ones, so clearing the summit opens the most of the board.
Why do the middle tiles stay blocked for so long?
+
Each layer is a solid square, so a middle tile only becomes free once the tiles to one side of it are gone. Work inwards from the edges of every row.
Is Pyramid easier than Turtle?
+
It is about as hard. There are fewer tiles in total, but the solid square rows give you fewer free tiles at the start.