Welcome to the American Mahjong Ranking Authority.
Stay tuned for the App Launch for American Mahjong's OFFICIAL ranking system!
Frequently Asked Questions
You have questions, we have answers. If you don't find what you are looking for, feel free to reach out.
All new players start as NR (Not Ranked) and progress through a scale ranging from 2.000 to 8.000. Once your first match is entered you will then have the ability to self rank. For more details on the progression of ranking, check out our Ranking page.
An AMR Match consists of 4 players and 4 hands per match. Score is based on value of the winning line and NMJL Rules must be followed. Learn more about matches by visiting the Match page, here.
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AMR has three Match types: Casual, NMJL Rule Play (Casual Setting), NMJL Rule Play (Facility), and NMJL Rule Play (Tournament). Visit our Match page to learn more details of each type of match.
As an AMR ranked player, you can register for open play and events directly on the app and play against Mahjong players at your level. AMR syncs with 70+ clubs and events around the country.
This is a picture of a Chinese Star Anise. This star shaped spice is native to China and used in traditional cuisine and medicines. If you see a Chinese Star next to a players name, this means the player has been officially ranked by an AMR Master or played a match in an AMR Master club. Search here for AMR Masters in your area!
Connect on our app (download here) - it is FREE to use. Follow other players' success and create a community of players online. Show off your wins with match results and photos. Get likes and give likes and celebrate your Mahj moments.
Click HERE to download the app. You'll need to provide a valid email address, player name and create a password. It's FREE for everyone...but if you don't like those pesky ads you can always get rid of them by becoming an AMR+ member.
Become an AMR+ member! What do I get for that? Here’s what you get with AMR+...
Enjoy an ad-free experience and priority access to shopping and events — for just $4.99/mo after your 7 day free trial.
No ads. No distractions. Just your ranking and the next Mahjong events…AMR, uninterrupted.
Get exclusive entry and first look into top-tier Mahjong events, tournaments and fundraisers.
Save big on tiles, racks and mats.. Enjoy insider pricing from top brands with new deals added monthly.
Become an AMR+ member! What do I get for that? Here’s what you get with AMR+...
Enjoy an ad-free experience and priority access to shopping and events — for just $4.99/mo after your 7 day free trial.
No ads. No distractions. Just your ranking and the next Mahjong events…AMR, uninterrupted.
Get exclusive entry and first look into top-tier Mahjong events, tournaments and fundraisers.
Save big on tiles, racks and mats.. Enjoy insider pricing from top brands with new deals added monthly.
Our proprietary algorithm calculates rankings based on a modified Elo system. It considers the strength of your opponents, your margin of victory/defeat, and the size and prestige of the tournament. A detailed explanation of our methods can be found HERE.
Joining an AMR club makes it easy to add more matches to your AMR score, as the club will enter all your scores on your behalf. You can follow other members of the club and see upcoming events. Find Clubs HERE.
You can organize an AMR club for free. To start a club, you will need to complete an AMR Club Application, which requires basic information such as your name, AMR ID, email, phone, club name, member count, and a CSV upload of your member list. You also specify your club type (e.g., "I have my own venue," "I rent spaces," "I go to individual homes") and provide your address.
Start your Digital Club HERE.