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With only three dice remaining in Farkle, a curious decision arises: roll again for potentially more points or hold (score-it) to avoid a Farkle.

While the odds of rolling a Farkle are high-ish, around 28% (or a little less than 1 in 3.6), it’s important to consider the bigger picture.


Strategy First, Odds Second!

Evaluate your current standing:

  • Are you behind by a large margin? If so, aggressively pursue points by rolling again.
  • Do you have a comfortable lead? Consider playing it safe and keeping your accumulated points.
  • How close are you to 10,000 and how close is your opponents score?

The Art of Risk Assessment

What is your personal risk tolerance? Here are some general guidelines:

Roll again if:

  • You have a low turn score (for me it’s 300 or fewer points)
  • You have a huge lead and Farkling would not jeopardize your position
  • You’re feeling lucky and want to gamble for a higher score

Hold if:

  • Your turn score is already high (over 500 points for example)
  • You’ve already have two Farkles and don’t want to risk a third and its penalty
  • You are nearing 10,000 points but you want one more turn to increase your lead

The “Maybe” Zone:

  • Your opponent is playing aggressively and you need to keep the lead
  • You are way behind and you need to take a chance to catch up

Listen to Your Gut (Sometimes)

While the odds provide valuable information, there’s also a place for intuition.  You’re thinking, it’s not a 28% chance of Farkling but a 72% chance of scoring and you’re feeling lucky ????. Conversely, a string of bad rolls might prompt you to play it safe and let your opponent make a mistake.

By considering these factors, you can make informed decisions about rolling the dice with only three remaining, maximizing your chances of winning.


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Farkle Dice for iPhone / iPad

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Take your Farkle skills to the next level. Get ready to embark on a thrilling solo adventure with Farkle Solo! It’s FREE.


Farkle Solo: Experience the classic game of Farkle in a whole new way. Test your luck and strategy as you compete against yourself to achieve the highest score in 10 rounds.

Challenge Yourself: Compare your solo scores to your best rounds ever and see if you can beat your own record. With each roll, every decision counts – can you claim the top spot on the Leaderboard?

Supercharged Gameplay: Enjoy the same addictive gameplay of Farkle Dice, but with a twist and fast paced gameplay. Strategize your moves, maximize your points, and push the odds in this fun solo adventure.

Compete on the Leaderboard: Track your progress on the Farkle Solo leaderboard and see how your best turn and best game compares against players worldwide.

Weekly Score Featured: Every week, we feature the best scores on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Will your high score be among the best?

Ready to roll to the challenge? Download Farkle Solo now for FREE and show off your Farkle Solo skills to the world! Tap the appropriate link below:

Farkle Solo on: iPhone / iPad

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“Absolutely crazy fun!!! I love playing this game… The solo part I like because then you don’t have to wait for them to take their time while doing their turn…. Flawless gameplay u guys!!! Keep up the great work!!!!!! 5/5” Amanda

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What better way to celebrate this February than by strengthening the bonds that matter most, the love of family game night. Recent studies have shown that families and couples who game together experience a unique sense of togetherness and happiness. Let’s dive into the joy of shared experiences with our spotlight game of the month, Farkle Dice!

How to spend a family evening playing Farkle Dice together by using the pass-and-play method.

iPhone & iPad

  1. Launch Farkle
  2. Tap “Players” on the title screen
  3. Tap “Player 2”
  4. Tap under “Play Human”
  5. Enter player’s name
  6. Exit menus
  7. Tap “Play Local” on Title Screen
  8. Gather round start playing (Please note, I tried pass-and-play with my cat with mixed results ????)

Android

  1. Launch Farkle
  2. Tap “Players” on the title screen
  3. Uncheck “Play Against the Computer”
  4. Tap “Player 2”
  5. Enter a name for Player 2
  6. Exit “Players” menu
  7. Tap “Play Local”
  8. Gather round start playing (Please note, I tried pass-and-play with my cat with mixed results ????)

You can download the latest version of Farkle Dice here:

iPhone / iPad          

Android


As we navigate February, let’s embrace the joy of shared adventures and laughter. Grab your loved ones, start a game of Farkle Dice, and let’s make this February one for the books. Happy gaming, happy bonding!

Thanks a million for being part of our gaming journey!

Todd A. Sherman

PM, QAE, Casual Gamer

Smart Box Games

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???? Help us spread the joy of gaming! ???? Please forward this email to your friends and co-workers who share your passion. We rely on you to grow and your word-of-mouth means the world to our small company. Thank you for being a crucial part of our journey.

Wait There’s More

Support: I love hearing from you! Use our support page to send me your ideas. Your comments are sent directly to me.

Farkle Dice iOS/Play Network. Mark your calendars. I host a Network Play Extravaganza, the first Tuesday of every month, between 6:00 – 7:00 PM Pacific Time. If you see a player named Smart Box Games, you are playing against me.