Fixed values
American Mah Jongg prices each hand on the card, with doubles for self-picks and jokerless hands. Strategy focuses on choosing the right hand rather than adding value during play.
Doubling faan
Hong Kong faan double payments quickly. Players chase extra faan when safe, but the limit caps the upside.
Han and fu
Riichi's han and fu reward both pattern (han) and structure (fu). Limits make large hands predictable, while dora add luck.
Pattern lists
MCR's 81 patterns reward planning and knowledge, with an eight-point minimum. Strategy focuses on reaching the minimum efficiently and combining patterns.
