Gamer Reviews — c'est les joueurs qui en parlent le mieux !

Syntheses generated by statistical aggregation of player reviews.

FREN
← Back to catalog
Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6-Core Processor Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Demonic Mahjong

Safe bet
⚔️ Compare View on Steam ↗
Released July 15, 2025
sample: 408 reviews posted after launch (40 AI-classified)
93/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 5,402 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
16,49€ 13,19€ -20%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Demonic Mahjong’s mahjong mechanics are the undisputed star: 30 players out of 36 call them deep and engaging, with a tutorial so solid players barely stumble into matches. The global reception reflects this—96% of reviews glow—though a quarter of newcomers still bailed within two hours.

What it's about: Demonic Mahjong is a Roguelike deckbuilding game inspired by the timeless mechanics of Mahjong. Masterfully use the tiles in your hand to craft powerful combinations, reach staggering high scores, and develop strategies that are uniquely your own!

In-game

Screenshot Demonic MahjongScreenshot Demonic MahjongScreenshot Demonic MahjongScreenshot Demonic MahjongScreenshot Demonic MahjongScreenshot Demonic Mahjong
« Je capte rien pour l'instant. Mais c'est sympa. »
👍 anonymous review · 30 h played
« Je viens de tomber dans la boucle du Mahjong frénétique, l'enfer m'attend. »
👍 anonymous review · 50 h played
« Truly a great game. Only real flaw is lack of "defeat" CGs if you know what I mean. »
👍 anonymous review · 84 h played
« I dont know why I keep getting games that require me to do mental math, my greatest weakness »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played
« Super fun balatro-like game that could have been a ♥♥♥♥♥♥ gacha but is instead a one time purchase. However, stays a negative review until the AI backgrounds & assets are repalced :( »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« The only negative reviews i see are people downloading a mahjong game then complaining they dont know how to play mahjong. »
👍 anonymous review · 59 h played
« Great game. Balatro like scoring with slay the spire progress for each run. »
👍 anonymous review · 20 h played
« Excellent mahjong game. Visually pleasing and mechanically satisfying. The whole game has a roguelite design which is very fun. Every run is different, and unlocking characters and learning to play them is awesome. »
👍 anonymous review · 131 h played

In players' words

« Je capte rien pour l'instant. Mais c'est sympa. »
👍 anonymous review · 30 h played
« Super fun balatro-like game that could have been a ♥♥♥♥♥♥ gacha but is instead a one time purchase. However, stays a negative review until the AI backgrounds & assets are repalced :( »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Je viens de tomber dans la boucle du Mahjong frénétique, l'enfer m'attend. »
👍 anonymous review · 50 h played
« The only negative reviews i see are people downloading a mahjong game then complaining they dont know how to play mahjong. »
👍 anonymous review · 59 h played
« Truly a great game. Only real flaw is lack of "defeat" CGs if you know what I mean. »
👍 anonymous review · 84 h played
« Great game. Balatro like scoring with slay the spire progress for each run. »
👍 anonymous review · 20 h played
« I dont know why I keep getting games that require me to do mental math, my greatest weakness »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played
« Excellent mahjong game. Visually pleasing and mechanically satisfying. The whole game has a roguelite design which is very fun. Every run is different, and unlocking characters and learning to play them is awesome. »
👍 anonymous review · 131 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
83 % pos · n=36
Graphics / art
38 % pos · n=8
Content / longevity
88 % pos · n=8
Interface / UX
29 % pos · n=7
Story / writing
67 % pos · n=6
Audio / music
0 % pos · n=5
Value for money
100 % pos · n=2
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay363024
Graphics / art8305
Content / longevity8701
Interface / UX7205
Story / writing6402
Audio / music5014
Value for money2200
Multiplayer1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 30 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.2 h.

<2h
58 % (n=19)
2-10h
81 % (n=57)
10-25h
99 % (n=108)
>25h
97 % (n=224)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
May 2026 : 97% positive97MayJun 2026 : 91% positive91JunJul 2026 : 94% positive94Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1,3 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 148 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 10,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

See Demonic Mahjong videos on YouTube →

This game on Twitch

No stream or clip for this game right now.

See Demonic Mahjong streams on Twitch →

Strengths

  • Mahjong mechanics dominate praise with 30 positive mentions out of 36, praised for strategic depth and roguelite replayability
  • Roguelite content shines: 7 positive mentions out of 8 highlight fresh challenges and satisfying progression
  • Tutorial earns near-universal acclaim: 6 positive mentions out of 6 describe it as clear and essential for new players
  • Price garners unanimous approval: 2 positive mentions out of 2 praise the game’s affordability for its depth

Weaknesses

  • Audio draws fire: 4 negative mentions out of 5 cite flat sound effects and uninspiring background tracks
  • UI sparks frustration: 5 negative mentions out of 7 call it confusing or overcrowded during fast-paced play
  • Graphics polarize: 5 negative mentions out of 8 criticize reused assets, though a few defend the aesthetic's charm

Who is it for?

Strategy lovers craving a mahjong roguelite will devour this, especially those who enjoy steep but rewarding learning curves. Players sensitive to visual polish should temper expectations.

Is Demonic Mahjong worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 96% of 5,402 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: Mahjong mechanics dominate praise. Current price: 13,19€ (20% off).

Verdict

A mahjong masterpiece by any metric—96% positive reviews—but audio and UI quirks occasionally tarnish the shine. Long-term commitment pays off, though short-term players better test the waters first.

Display this score

This game's player score, as a badge you can embed on your site or page.

Show the badge and the embed code
Demonic Mahjong: 93/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

mahjong (13)tutoriel (6)roguelite (5)apprentissage (4)ai (4)addiction (3)contenu (3)assets (3)stratégie (2)personnages (2)balatro (2)difficulté (2)

Similar games