Tonton (Japan, set 1)

Challenge a friend to a game of mahjong in Tonton, a tabletop arcade game from Dynax released in Japan in 1987. This two-player experience puts you head-to-head against another player using a dedicated keyboard designed for the traditional tile-matching gameplay. A cartoon pig character, Tonton, appears within the game's presentation. The core of Tonton revolves around the familiar rules of mahjong; players strategically combine and discard tiles to form winning sets while anticipating their opponent’s moves. The game utilizes a Zilog Z80 processor for its calculations and a General Instrument AY8910 sound chip to provide audio feedback during gameplay. With its straightforward mechanics and direct competition, Tonton offers a focused mahjong experience in an arcade setting.