Editorial Policy

mahjongways2.best is an independent review platform. This policy documents our testing methodology, rating system, how corrections are handled, and our approach to affiliate commissions. We see these standards as a commitment to our readers.

Editorial Standards

We write about slot games and online casinos with complete editorial independence. Our goal: useful information over marketing language, concrete numbers over adjectives, methodological rigor over hype. We name problems directly rather than downplaying them.

Editorial Accountability

All reviews are conducted by our in-house editorial team with combined experience exceeding 14 years in iGaming. Reviews are bylined and published with verifiable author biographies. We do not use guest writers, AI-generated content without editorial oversight, or sponsored content.

Casino Testing Procedure

Every casino featured on mahjongways2.best undergoes the following verification steps:

  1. License Verification. We confirm the stated license number with the issuing regulator (Malta Gaming Authority, Curaçao eGaming, Anjouan Gaming Authority, and others).
  2. Real-Money Registration. Account creation including KYC verification; processing time is documented.
  3. Deposit. A minimum of $100 using at least two different payment methods.
  4. Game Play Test. At least 200 rounds of Mahjong Ways 2 or comparable slot games.
  5. Withdrawal Test. At least three withdrawals in different amounts via different payment channels.
  6. Support Test. Inquiries sent to live chat and email with documented response times and quality.

A casino is listed only after successful completion of all steps. All listings are verified at least twice yearly and corrected or removed if needed.

Rating System

Casinos and slot games receive a structured 47-point audit, weighted as follows to produce an overall score:

  • Withdrawal Speed: 25 percent
  • License Transparency: 20 percent
  • Bonus Fairness (Wagering Requirements, Game Weighting, Max-Bet Clauses): 20 percent
  • Customer Service: 15 percent
  • Game Selection: 10 percent
  • App and Usability: 10 percent

The resulting score out of 100 is converted to a 5-star scale. We do not list operators scoring below 70 points.

Affiliate Transparency

A portion of our revenue comes from affiliate commissions. When you click a recommendation link and make a deposit at that casino, we receive a one-time or revenue-based payment. This commission does not influence which casinos we list or their ranking.

  • Casinos do not pay for inclusion or for favorable placement.
  • Rankings come solely from the 47-point audit.
  • Higher-paying affiliates receive no preferential treatment.
  • Affiliate relationships are disclosed in the footer and, where relevant, inline.

Fact Checking

Numeric claims in our articles are verified before publication:

  • RTP values: from the game developer's official documentation, cross-checked against iTechLabs or eCOGRA certifications.
  • Bonus Terms: taken from each casino's terms at time of publication. Because operators change terms frequently, we recommend verifying conditions before any deposit.
  • License Data: looked up with the issuing regulator.

Corrections and Updates

If any statement is found to be incorrect, we correct the article promptly. Material changes are documented with an update note at the end of the piece. Factual errors are corrected, not silently removed. Feedback can be sent to our editorial team at: editorial@mahjongways2.best.

Our Stance on Responsible Gaming

Gambling is entertainment, not a business model for players. This belief shapes our writing: we avoid "get rich" rhetoric, highlight addiction risks, and link to support resources in every article and in the footer. If you need help: Gambling Therapy offers free, confidential online support 24/7.

What We Don't Do

  • No "guaranteed strategies" that ignore the mathematical principle of expected value.
  • No promotion of unlicensed casinos or so-called "predictor" apps.
  • No promo codes we have not personally verified.
  • No paid content without clear disclosure.
  • No reviews without actual testing.

Methodology Updates

This policy is reviewed annually and adjusted for market developments, regulatory changes, and our own methodological findings. The current version is always available on this page.

Last updated: August 2026