Farkle in Kingdom Come: Deliverance

Farkle is a dice game that gained popularity for its simplicity and fun. In the historical video game Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Farkle becomes one of the side activities players can enjoy in taverns and various locations throughout the game world. Kingdom Come is set in the real history of the 15th century and emphasizes authenticity, which includes period-appropriate games and entertainment. Although Farkle doesn't have documented medieval origins, its simplicity and fast pace make it a fitting addition to the medieval Bohemian setting.

Principles of Farkle

Farkle is played with six standard dice. The objective is to be the first to reach a certain score, usually 10,000 points. Players take turns rolling the dice and earn points for specific combinations. The most valuable rolls are 1s, worth 100 points, and 5s, worth 50 points. Special combinations, like three of a kind, fours, or fives, yield higher point totals.

A player can choose to bank their points after any scoring roll or continue rolling to try and accumulate more. However, the risk is that if they fail to roll any scoring dice, they lose all the points from that round—this is called a "Farkle".

Historical Background and Farkle in Kingdom Come

Although it is unclear if Farkle was played in the Middle Ages, similar historical dice games were a popular form of entertainment at the time. Kingdom Come: Deliverance authentically captures the atmosphere of the 15th century, and such games fit seamlessly into a realistic world where people gathered in taverns to socialize and play dice. In the game, Farkle is not just a leisure activity but also an opportunity for social interaction and earning money or prestige.

A game like Farkle serves not only as a way to relax but also encourages strategic thinking and risk assessment, offering players in Kingdom Come: Deliverance both a break and a challenge within the authentic medieval world.