Surge in Mahjong Popularity: A Country-Level Breakdown

DiscoveryContent Publishes New Analysis Based on CrazyGames.com Data

Mahjong, a 200-year-old Chinese tile game, is experiencing a striking revival in online and offline spaces. DiscoveryContent has published new findings that highlight how Mahjong is engaging players across generations and continents. The insights are based on gameplay and search data from CrazyGames.com, one of the world’s largest browser-based gaming platforms.

A Global Comeback

Long considered a cultural staple in China and across East Asia, Mahjong has spread worldwide, becoming both a nostalgic pastime and a modern trend. Luxury hotels are hosting Mahjong nights, celebrities such as Julia Roberts and Meghan Markle openly enjoy the game, and younger audiences are rediscovering it online.

Key Findings

DiscoveryContent’s analysis of CrazyGames.com traffic data reveals where Mahjong is seeing the fastest growth:

• United States – Accounts for 23.4% of online Mahjong-related clicks, with renewed interest following the film Crazy Rich Asians and growing popularity among Millennials and Gen Z. 
• India – Ranks second with 13.5% of clicks. Offline clubs and networks, particularly among women, are fueling the trend. 
• Europe – Countries like the UK (6.7%), Germany, France, and Italy show strong engagement, supported by tournaments and the European Mahjong Association. 
• Southeast Asia – Malaysia, Indonesia, and others continue the long-standing tradition of Mahjong, both offline and online.
  

Who Plays Mahjong?

While Mahjong has historically been male-dominated in Asia, in the US the player base now skews female, especially among Jewish and white American women over 55. At the same time, younger players worldwide are contributing to Mahjong’s digital resurgence, blending tradition with modern gameplay.

Conclusion

From its 19th-century origins to today’s browser-based platforms, Mahjong has proven to be a game of remarkable resilience and adaptability. DiscoveryContent’s report, drawing on data from https://www.crazygames.com/t/mahjong#stats , confirms that Mahjong remains a bridge between cultures, generations, and digital lifestyles.