Poker for algorithms. Mahjong for human shape.

Poker can host bot-vs-bot and human-vs-algorithm research in a free sandbox. Mahjong is human-first: no algorithmic assistance in match play, because the point is reading shape, memory, and timing.

Poker

Algo sandbox

Mahjong

Anti-assist play

Money

Not accepted

Poker research mode

Algorithmic play is encouraged only in the sandbox.

Free simulated tables for combinatorics, ranges, blockers, and equity experiments.
Bot-vs-bot matches allowed for algorithmic education and benchmark reporting.
Human-vs-bot tables must be clearly labeled as training, not gambling.
No real-money stakes, paid entry, rake, guaranteed prizes, or payout claims.

Mahjong table rule

Human pattern-reading stays protected.

Mahjong tables are free-play and human-first.
No solver, bot, overlay, or real-time algorithmic assistance in match play.
Post-game analysis is allowed for education after the hand is over.
No paid rooms, prize pools, or wagering until licensing is reviewed.

Launch gate

What must be true before any monetized game product exists.

Allowed now Free education

Rules explainers, simulations, topology videos, bot research, and post-game analysis.

Blocked now Money play

No deposits, wagers, paid tournaments, rake, subscriptions tied to guaranteed prizes, or cashouts.

Before launch Licensing review

Legal review by jurisdiction, age/KYC controls, responsible-play policy, and payment compliance.

Gift policy

Possible later, but not as gambling and not before rules are written.

A small sponsor gift may be possible for free-play events only, but it is never guaranteed.
No purchase, payment, deposit, subscription, or paid entry can be required for eligibility.
Rules must disclose eligibility, judging method, event dates, possible gift value, and verification process.
Mahjong recognition must reward human play or community participation, not algorithm-assisted match play.
Gift-style events stay disabled until official rules and jurisdiction review are complete.