Sel-Jan (Japan)

Sel-Jan is a tabletop arcade game released in 1983 by Jem / Dyna Corp. designed for two players. This Japanese title offers a video adaptation of the traditional tile-matching game of Mahjong. Players face off against each other on a simulated tabletop, strategically arranging and discarding tiles to form valid sets and ultimately win the round. The gameplay involves carefully observing your hand of tiles alongside those available in the central pool. Through calculated discards and skillful grabs of unclaimed tiles, players attempt to complete their hands according to Mahjong rules. Success requires both tactical planning and a bit of luck as you work towards accumulating points with each completed set. Sel-Jan provides an accessible introduction to Mahjong for newcomers while offering familiar strategic depth for experienced players looking for a quick tabletop challenge in the arcade setting.