Ambrosia Software releases Aki
announced the release of Aki Mahjong Solitaire for Mac OS X, an elegant
blend of the ancient Chinese game of Mahjong with an enchanting journey
across Japan. It's a modern fusion of two ancient Asian cultures, and
is as much an experience as it is a game.
Aki Mahjong Solitaire is a journey through the uniquely fascinating
scenery and culture of Japan, and a journey of meditative bliss,
learning how to let the Mahjong tiles match themselves. In Aki, you may
find your moment of Zen.
The principle is simple: you have a number of ivory tiles arranged on a
beautiful Japanese backdrop. Your goal is to make all of the tiles
disappear by matching them to similar tiles. The catch is that tiles
can be removed only if they are unblocked on either side by other
tiles, and you have the uncompromising ticking away of the time limit
to contend with.
From these simple rules flows a game that has delighted people around
the world for centuries. Aki Mahjong Solitaire features an exquisitely
detailed ivory tile set from a real antique Mahjong game, combined in
harmony with a thoroughly modern gaming engine of the quality you'd
expect from Ambrosia.
At each step in your path, you will encounter new challenges in the
variety of tile layouts presented to you, and a variety of skill levels
that ensure you'll always find the experience engaging. As you
progress, you will also be rewarded with fragments of Japanese culture
and history, making your journey an enlightening as well as enjoyable
one.
To download Aki or see some screenshots, visit Ambrosia's website. Also be sure to check out Erica Marceau's preview.
