So, *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* is apparently a hit, huh? I'll admit, I missed the first one, but this sequel is popping up everywhere. And in a move that's becoming increasingly common – think *The Witcher 3* and Gwent – they're bringing elements of the in-game world into our reality. This time, it's Farkle Dice.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 IRL? Gamers Stunned by...
For those of you scratching your heads, Farkle (or Farkle Dice) isn't *new*. It's a classic dice game with a long history. But Warhorse Studios, the game developer, is seizing the opportunity to capitalize on their game's popularity by releasing a branded version. It's a clever move, honestly. If you've got a captive audience already invested in the world, why not offer them a tangible piece of it?
Warhorse announced the real-life dice set via Twitter, saying, "If you've ever wanted to bring a bit of #KCD2 into real life... this farkle set exists outside the game - a full wooden board and dice, take it on trips, play it with friends." The tweet included a link to where you can actually buy the thing.
That link takes you to Wulflund, and be prepared for a little sticker shock. This isn't your dollar-store dice cup. The official *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* Farkle Dice set will set you back $151.38. Ouch. But, it *is* crafted from wood and iron and includes 12 wooden dice. So, you're paying for craftsmanship, not just the name. Still, that's a serious commitment to the game. I’m sure someone will buy it, though!
GameSpot, ever the helpful resource, even points out that their in-game Farkle Dice strategy guide can be applied to the real-life version. Which, makes sense. I mean, it's the same game, just...tangible. Of course, they do note that mastering the game will still require practice. No magic, just good old-fashioned rolling and risk assessment. Speaking of which, I might just stick to digital Farkle for now.
And, if you're feeling *really* flush with cash, Wulflund also offers a replica of Sir Radzig's longsword. The catch? It'll lighten your wallet by a cool $1,303 *before* taxes and shipping. Suddenly, the dice game seems like a bargain, right? It seems *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* is really digging its claws into its audience...and their wallets.
Beyond the merchandise, it sounds like *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* is doing quite well. It’s apparently nominated for Game of the Year at The Game Awards. Plus, there was that cinematic cut shown at a film festival, and the *Legacy of the Forge* DLC landed in September. So, yeah, it seems like Warhorse is on a roll. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go figure out what all the fuss is about and probably get hopelessly addicted to Farkle...digitally, for now anyway.
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