Imekura Mahjong (Japan)

Imekura Mahjong presents a unique take on the traditional tabletop game, released in Japan by Sphinx/AV Japan in 1994. Two players compete against each other in a mahjong match, with six live-action performers appearing as opponents. The gameplay follows standard mahjong rules; players draw and discard tiles to form winning sets, aiming to deplete their opponent’s funds. A distinctive feature of Imekura Mahjong is the presentation following successful hands. Each victory triggers an adult scene featuring one of the game's characters, initially presented as still images and progressing to a brief video sequence. Should a player exhaust all of their betting money, they lose the game and are treated to a final display of remaining scenes from the defeated opponent’s character roster. The game utilizes Zilog Z80 processors for both gameplay and sound, alongside a YM3812 sound chip and DACs for audio output. The title translates from Japanese as "Image Club Mahjong," hinting at the nature of its visual content.