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Gen Z players are flocking to mahjong tournaments seeking strategy, luck, and in-person connections that don't involve drinking or screen time.
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, is finding a new audience as younger Americans swap nights out and endless scrolling for face-to-face competition. Across the country, clubs, social groups and tournaments are drawing newcomers who see the game as more than just a hobby. It has become a way to build friendships and disconnect from screens. Mahjong, a centuries-old tile game, is seeing a surge in popularity among Gen Z players looking for screen-free social activities.
" to explore why the game's popularity is surging, speaking with players at a mahjong tournament about what is driving the growing interest among Gen Z., many players said the game's biggest appeal is the community that forms around the table. One player described the atmosphere by saying, "One of the things I love about this community is we are celebratorily competitive... When someone wins a big hand, everyone will kind of cheer.
"MikeRoweWorks Foundation CEO Mike Rowe joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to discuss the growing trend of Gen Z pursuing trade-based careers and why the U.S. urgently needs more skilled labor to support the economy. "People are really looking for in-person connections and just activities that also don't involve drinking or eating or being on your phone," another player said.
Gen Z's 'loud budgeting' trend sparks debate as young Americans openly discuss money, salaries The Wall Street Journal Free Expression associate editor Mary Julia Koch joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss the rise of Gen Z's ‘loud budgeting’ trend, why young Americans are drinking less and how AI fears are shaping financial habits. The game's welcoming nature is also helping fuel its rapid growth.
New players are joining experienced competitors, with one tournament participant saying, "I just won my first hand after learning the rules yesterday, so I'm feeling pretty good.
"immigrated from Taiwan decades ago. The family heirloom became a conversation starter at the tournament, highlighting how a traditional game continues to connect generations while creating new friendships.
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