Games Talk

Mahjongg seems to be everywhere lately—from online games to local groups getting together to play. Are you already a fan, just learning, or wondering what all the excitement is about? Do you prefer playing online or around a table with friends? Share how you got started, your favorite way to play, or your best advice for someone who wants to learn!

Hi everybody - I was unable to post anything on the app so I’m trying my decade old laptop (so far, so good). I’ve played some games on the app, including the 2 min and daily crossword puzzles. Everytime I come back to a game throughout the day, the daily score is gone and it shows that I haven’t played the puzzles. Over an hour ago, I RE-played 2 min crosswords Nov 1-5, and played today’s. I just checked online, and my score is there, but it’s again showing I have not played 6 out of 30 games for the month. Same happens with scores for other games on the app, as well - I’ve not tried the other games here yet, tho I could only play family feud online. I don’t understand why we’d need the app if we can’t do everything on it. Anyway, am I the only one with this issue? Thanks for listening!

We have something extra to be thankful for this November! Starting today, November 4, Thanksgiving Mahjongg will be open to all game players, whether you're a member or not.The game puts a seasonal spin on classic Mahjongg, with colorful tiles inspired by Thanksgiving, including turkeys, pumpkins and autumn leaves. Match identical tiles, clear the board and enjoy a little relaxing fun during the holiday season.We hope you'll join us and give Thanksgiving Mahjongg a try!

Has anyone else noticed mistakes in the sudoku puzzle?  I thought it was me.  I have a word brain.  Not a number brain.  Today’s puzzle was definitely wrong.  There was no way to win it.   

It would be nice after I “fold”, to keep my cards viewed but translucent (to indicate fold mode).This way I can see what would have happen if I stay in the game.I do have memory issue and can’t always remember the suit and color of the cards.

How to make mahjong tiles bigger on my phone 

What is Today’s Hurdle? Today’s Hurdle is a fun, tough twist on Wordle, the popular word-guessing game. If you’ve been caught up in the word-game craze, you’ll love the challenge of Today’s Hurdle!   How does it work? In Today’s Hurdle, you’ll get six tries to guess a five-letter word. Start by guessing any five-letter word. When you submit it, you’ll see some letters receive a yellow background, and some letters receive a green background. If the background is green, you’ve guessed the correct letter in the correct spot. If it’s yellow, that letter exists somewhere else in the word. Try to figure out the correct word before using all six tries!   How is Today’s Hurdle different than Wordle? The basic rules, above, match up with Wordle. But Today’s Hurdle separates itself by offering five puzzles every day.   When you get your first puzzle correct, the final word will pre-populate as the first “guess” of the next puzzle. For instance, if the answer to the first puzzle is

What is Crosswordle? Crosswordle is a daily word puzzle game where you fill in a grid using logic and vocabulary skills. Each row must be a valid word, and each column must also form a valid word. The challenge lies in making all the words fit together correctly.   How do I play? You’ll start with a grid and a few clues. Use the clues to guess valid words for each row. As you fill in the grid, make sure the columns also form valid words. You’ll receive feedback on each guess to help guide your next move.   Do I need to solve the puzzle in a specific order? No – you can start with any row or column. However, it’s often helpful to begin with the rows that have the most clues or confirmed letters. These will give you a better chance of solving the rest of the grid.   Can I play more than the daily puzzle? Yes! Crosswordle offers access to an unlimited practice mode.   Is there a time limit? No – you can take as long as you need to solve each puzzle. Crosswordle is desi

What is Room Escape? Room Escape is a point-and-click game where you find yourself stuck in a room – and you have to get out. Explore every nook and cranny, solve puzzles and combination locks, and do what you need to do to find the key to leave.   How do I play? All you need for Room Escape is a mouse (or your finger, if you’re playing on a tablet or phone). Click on any item of interest (a backpack, a plant, a couch, and so on) to zoom into that item. Click again to interact with it. A helpful black bar at the bottom of the screen will give you context clues when you click – maybe there’s nothing to see here, or you need an item to interact with what you’re clicking on. The goal is to solve enough puzzles to get a key that unlocks the front door.   What do I do with items? While exploring – or after solving a puzzle – you might be presented with an item like a knife, screwdriver, or piece of paper with a clue for another puzzle. Click on the item and it will move to your in

A 10x10 puzzle is a great way to test your problem-solving skills. With just 100 squares to work with, you'll need to be creative and use logic to solve the puzzle. You can start by looking for patterns and symmetries, or by breaking the problem down into smaller pieces. Here are some tips for 10x10 offered by user smfg. What would you add to this list? Since this game is not timed, try out a block in several locations before placing it. Clear as many lines as you can in each turn before placing anything else. This will open up spaces, boost your score, and give you options.  Always try to leave open space for a 4-square and a 9-square, just in case.  Give yourself a hug when you top your previous high score!   Found this post helpful? Give it a kudo to let us know—it helps others discover valuable content too.

whats with the new ads suddenly knocking the  game off the screen in middle of play

What is Fruit Merge? Fruit Merge is a puzzle game where you drop and combine fruits to grow larger ones, aiming for the ultimate watermelon.   What is the goal of the game? The goal is to merge fruits strategically without overfilling the container and score as many points as possible.   How do I play? Drop fruits into the container. When two identical fruits touch, they merge into a larger fruit.   Are there different modes? The game features a single mode focused on strategic merging and score maximization.   How are scores calculated? Scores are based on the size and number of fruits merged. Bigger merges yield higher points.   Is my progress saved? Progress is saved across sessions.   Can I turn off sound and music? Yes, sound settings can be adjusted in the game menu  

We have quite a few versions of Mahjongg to play, and we are curious if you have a favorite one you play here?  Tell us your favorites and how often you play!  

Thanksgiving Mahjong is a themed version of the classic Mahjong game featuring Thanksgiving-inspired tiles. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season!   How do I play Thanksgiving Mahjong?Click or tap on a tile to select it, then choose another identical tile that is not blocked. The pair will disappear if it’s a valid match. Continue until all tiles are cleared or no moves remain.   How do I win? Clear all tiles by matching identical pairs.   Are there special tiles? Yes! Thanksgiving Mahjong includes classic suits like Wind, Dragon, Flower, and Season, each with unique point values. But that’s not all – look for autumn favorites such as cranberries, cornucopias, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie. Match them together to increase your score.   Can I use hints?Absolutely. The hint button is available whenever you’re stuck, but remember that while it will always give you a move, it might not always suggest the best strategic move.   Is Thanksgiving Mahjong free

What is Cooking Live? Cooking Live is a fast-paced cooking game where you need to serve your customers exactly the dishes they order while balancing all sorts of ingredients.   What is the goal of the game? The goal of the game is to feed all your customers the dishes they request before they get frustrated and leave. Serve enough customers to beat the level and move on to the next!   When do I beat a level?Before each level, the game will tell you which objectives you need to accomplish. This could be serving a specific number of customers, staying open for a specific length of time, or some other objectives you’ll learn about as the game goes on!   How do I play once I begin a level? When the level begins, you’ll be behind the counter, with ingredients and serving stations in front of you. Click on an ingredient, like the eggs, and it will automatically move to an open pan. When food is being prepared, a circular timer will appear next to it. For drinks like juice, the

I am so sick of the ridiculous ads that show while trying to play games. They are distracting and horrible when on the side of your screen; absolutely none of them would ever make me click on the link out of interest. People moving fast, putting down plants, walking around a rug that looks like a hole in the ground, what is that??? Now, in between almost ever game when attempting to start a new one, a woman in the kitchen cooking and dancing around and a man comes to the door with flowers, so she picks up her wet wipe package and starts cleaning under her arms before she goes to greet him.  Give us a break please.  I pay for AARP and don't choose to see this nonsense.  AT LEAST please cut down on them.  They are awful and some of the dumbest and insulting I've ever seen.  You are such a good site AARP, but wow, those ads have got to go. 

I have never been stuck on a daily solitare for years.   Today - my wheels keep spinning.  Anybody else had a problem with today’s puzzle?

How are people getting 16,200 points? Even if you know all the words on the first try it's only 10,800. What's the trick?

How can I keep from losing my daily crossword game history?  Completed game history will be saved for a week, two, or more, it varies. Then one day “poof”, all history disappears and it looks like I didn’t complete any of the crosswords at all. Anyone else experiencing tthe same?

For a few weeks now, my Trophy stats are continually reset.  I keep seeing the instructions at the start, keep being asked to play my first game, etc.   Even if some items are carried to the next game, they may not carry accurately.  How did this suddenly start happening?  I had scored 26 times to level eleven, and that’s gone. is there something I can do about this?  Is it just me?  Maybe it was the recent iOS update?  I play the game on iPad using Chrome.

  Advanced Bridge is a competitive version of the classic card game Bridge, meant for skilled players.   What is the goal of the game? The goal of the game is to get the most points, winning two games before the other team can.   I don’t understand how to play Bridge. What do I do? Start by playing Bridge [link: https://games.aarp.org/games/bridge] at AARP Games, which will ease you into the terminology and rules of the game. When you understand the basics, come back to Advanced Bridge to test your skills!   Who is my partner in Advanced Bridge? Your partner is a skilled computer-controlled player.   Who are my opponents in Advanced Bridge? Your opponents are skilled computer-controlled players, as well.   I don’t want the game to give me tips. Can I turn that feature off? Yes. On the top bar, there is a toggle for “Enable tips” that you can click on and off.   Can I see a bidding recap? Yes. Click the menu button in the top right of the screen. From

Jewel Quest is a match-3 puzzle game where you match gems to solve challenges and uncover relics.   What is the goal of the game? The goal is to complete level-specific objectives by matching gems and progressing through the adventure. Early on, you’ll need to make a match in every square; soon after, you’ll be matching gold coins for the Midas Touch, which turns any square gold. Keep playing to find more ways to score points and win!   How do I play? Swap adjacent gems to create matches of three or more, either by clicking and dragging your mouse or swiping on your tablet or mobile device. Complete objectives to advance.   What happens if I run out of time? If you run out of time in a level (which you can see at the bottom of the screen), you will lose and need to retry the level.   Are there different modes? The game features a campaign mode with progressive levels.   How are scores calculated? Scores are based on matches, combos, and completion speed.  

Garden Bloom is a Match 3 game where you match different color flowers. The better you do, the more opportunities you have to repair Lucy’s dilapidated garden in between levels!   What is the goal of the game? The goal of the game is to complete each level by succeeding in the level’s goals. Each level has different goals – a score to reach, a certain number of flowers to clear – and you have a certain number of moves to complete them. The fewer moves you need to reach your goals, the more stars you get.   When do I beat a level?You beat a level if you complete the goals – which are listed on the left-hand side of the screen – before you run out of moves.   What are stars for? When you complete a level, you’ll get stars – more if you complete it quickly. In between each level, you can use those stars to help repair Lucy’s garden.   What happens if I run out of moves? If you run out of moves, you lose one heart. You start the game with five hearts.   What happen