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Shanghai — Master System
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Shanghai

Shanghai is a tile-based game based on the ancient Chinese game of Mah-Jong - this was the first of many computer versions. The gameplay involves 144 tiles, each depicting different images, which have to be removed by matching them into pairs. The tiles are arranged in a gridded pattern, which is higher near the centre. A tile can only be removed if it has no tile next to it on at least one side. This computer implementation can generate a random board layout to take on, as well as featuring 5 preset challenges, some of which have time limits of 5 or 10 minutes, as well as a multiplayer mode.

Genre
Puzzle
Year
1988
Developer
Activision, Inc.
Publisher
SEGA of America, Inc.
Players
2
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Shanghai frequently asked questions

How do I play Shanghai online with a friend?

Shanghai (Master System) can be played online with friends using Etera's P2P netplay. Create a room in the launcher and invite your friend, who joins through the invite. Step by step:

  1. Download the Etera launcher for Windows or Linux and create your account.
  2. Ask your friend to do the same and add them to your friends list.
  3. Pick the game in the library and create a netplay room.
  4. Invite your friend: they accept the invite and join the room.
  5. The launcher keeps dependencies on the same version for both players, avoiding desync.
How do I play Shanghai on PC?

Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find Shanghai in the Master System library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.

Does Shanghai netplay lag?

Etera uses a direct P2P connection between players, which usually means low latency. Results depend on each player's internet quality.

Can I play Shanghai for free?

Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.

Play Shanghai on Etera

Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.

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