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Aotenjo: Infinite Hands

The Mahjong Roguelike. Aotenjo: Infinite Hands is an deckbuilder where you will use Mahjong styles all over the world to beat innate threats, play different Patterns and combos, reach the "bottom" of Aotenjo, and discover ancient secrets....

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XO Cat
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XD
Release
January 19, 2025
1 year and 194 days ago
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About the Game

Dive into Aotenjo, where the ancient game of Mahjong meets the strategic depth of deckbuilding. Use unique Artifacts, master intricate Patterns (Yakus), and harness Special Tiles to overcome malicious threats and emerge victorious!

With over 100 Patterns and 144 unique Artifacts, every hand you play can unleash unbelievable combos. Adapt and strategize to use the right gadgets at the right time, or activate the rarest Patterns to turn the tide in your favor.

Aotenjo's levels are seeded to generate new Artifacts, gadgets, and augments each time you play. No two runs are the same, ensuring a fresh and challenging experience with every game.

Inspired by over 40 different regional Mahjong styles, Aotenjo offers a blend of familiarity and novelty. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player of Richii, MCR, or Cantonese Mahjong, you’ll find something to enjoy. From Two-Suit Only challenges to Dora and Flower Tiles, we have it all!

  • Artifact Mastery: Unlock and utilize 144 unique Artifacts.

  • Pattern Variety: Explore and activate 100 different Patterns.

  • Dynamic Gameplay: Experience ever-changing levels with seeded generation.

  • Different Mahjongs: Enjoy elements from over 40 regional Mahjong styles.

  • Strategic Depth: Design your strategies and combine all of your Patterns, Tiles, Artifacts and Gadgets to overcome powerful innate threats.

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