SHANGHAI II

Released by SystemSoft for the PC-8801 in 1990, this title is the second installment in the iconic Shanghai series of mahjong tile-matching puzzles. The game introduced significantly evolved 3D tile graphics, which drastically improved visibility and offered a more intuitive, immersive gameplay experience. While the core rules—identifying pairs of tiles that are open on the left or right and have nothing on top—are simple, the game demands deep strategic thinking and stands as a benchmark for 1990s puzzle-table games.

This is a puzzle game where the objective is to clear the board by removing all mahjong tiles according to the rules. Players must locate matching pairs of tiles that are open on at least one side and are not covered by other tiles, requiring careful planning to solve the board. With enhanced visual clarity over its predecessor and more three-dimensionally rendered tiles, this installment offers a highly engaging puzzle experience.